Niagara-on-the-Lake travel guide

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Niagara-on-the-Lake is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Niagara-on-the-Lake to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Niagara-on-the-Lake

If you’re looking for affordable options, Ravine Vineyard Winery Restaurant (1366 York Road) and CAMM-ROYAL Niagara Tapas Bar and Restaurant (1339 Lakeshore Rd RR 3) are great picks.

When to visit Niagara-on-the-Lake

Niagara-on-the-Lake in February
Estimated hotel price
$133
1 night at 3-star hotel
Niagara-on-the-Lake in February
Estimated hotel price
$133
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Niagara-on-the-Lake

Plane

Although Niagara-on-the-Lake doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 30 miles from Niagara-on-the-Lake. The shortest flight to Niagara-on-the-Lake from the United States departs from New York and takes around 1h 45m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Niagara-on-the-Lake, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Niagara-on-the-Lake to Kingston takes 2h 12m and costs around $35 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $30 for a 2h 30m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Niagara-on-the-Lake is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 31 miles from Niagara-on-the-Lake. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Ace, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including Rider Express, Bus and FlixBus. From Kingston, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 120 miles and will cost you around $14. From London, the ticket costs about $17 for a journey of 130 miles.

Plane

Although Niagara-on-the-Lake doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 30 miles from Niagara-on-the-Lake. The shortest flight to Niagara-on-the-Lake from the United States departs from New York and takes around 1h 45m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Niagara-on-the-Lake, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Niagara-on-the-Lake to Kingston takes 2h 12m and costs around $35 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $30 for a 2h 30m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Niagara-on-the-Lake is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 31 miles from Niagara-on-the-Lake. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Ace, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Niagara-on-the-Lake, including Rider Express, Bus and FlixBus. From Kingston, the bus ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake takes 120 miles and will cost you around $14. From London, the ticket costs about $17 for a journey of 130 miles.

Airports near Niagara-on-the-Lake

Airlines serving Niagara-on-the-Lake

Lufthansa
Good (4,690 reviews)
KLM
Good (837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (956 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,651 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,234 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,569 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (486 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,602 reviews)
Air France
Good (985 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,104 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,416 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,994 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,024 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (855 reviews)
LOT
Good (678 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (802 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (933 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,173 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (840 reviews)
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Where to stay in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Average rates range from around $230 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $284 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Niagara-on-the-Lake

Most booked hotels in Niagara-on-the-Lake

White Oaks Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1039 reviews)
$183+
Holiday Inn Express Niagara-On-The-Lake
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1074 reviews)
$139+
Hilton Garden Inn Niagara-on-the-Lake
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 940 reviews)
$177+
Prince of Wales
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1232 reviews)
$230+
Queens Landing
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1138 reviews)
$194+
Pillar and Post Inn & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 522 reviews)
$271+

Renting a car in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Expect to pay $5.15 per gallon in Niagara-on-the-Lake (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $61.78 and $82.37. The most frequently booked car type in Niagara-on-the-Lake is Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are, on average, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $5.15 per gallon in Niagara-on-the-Lake (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $61.78 and $82.37. The most frequently booked car type in Niagara-on-the-Lake is Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are, on average, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.