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Address: Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, Canada

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Niagara-on-the-Lake Tours

Known as one of Ontario’s most beautiful towns, Niagara-on-the-Lake is an ideal destination for wine lovers and anyone looking for a slow-paced, scenic vacation. Located just over the US–Canadian border on the shores of Lake Ontario, this picturesque spot is an easy weekend getaway or day trip from Buffalo in New York, Toronto, or Niagara Falls.

The Basics

Niagara-on-the-Lake is famous for its wine, art, and music culture. The town is home to dozens of wineries, ranging from small boutiques to large estates, each with its own personality. Visitors can sample the area’s wide variety of world-class wines on a small-group wine tasting tour, enjoy a gourmet meal at one of the area’s restaurants, or opt for a private food and wine-tasting excursion with an expert tour guide. A bike tour of the area is a good option for travelers who want to get some exercise, take in the surroundings, and sample local wine along the way. Fans of the performing arts can visit one of the town’s many theaters, such as the Shaw Festival Theatre, Court House Theatre, and Royal George Theatre, while art aficionados can stop by galleries including the Angie Strauss Gallery and the Romance Collection Gallery. For an overview of Niagara highlights, take a day trip from Toronto and visit Niagara-on-the-Lake along with popular attractions such as Whirlpool Rapids, Queenston Heights, and the historic Fort George. It’s also possible to combine a visit with a ride aboard the Hornblower Niagara cruise ship for amazing views of all three falls.

Things to Know Before you Go

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center is located on Queen Street, two blocks from the waterfront.
Limited parking is available in the town’s Heritage District; drivers with handicap permits may use any municipal parking space without a fee, except in dedicated 15-minute and “no parking” zones.
Book a guided wine-tasting tour with included transport to avoid worrying about drinking and driving.

How to Get There

Niagara-on-the-Lake lies on the southwest shore of Lake Ontario in Canada, roughly 30 minutes from Niagara Falls via the Niagara Parkway. If you’re flying in, Buffalo-Niagara International Airport is about 45 minutes away and offers shuttle service for a fee. Many full-day tours from Niagara and Toronto offer hotel pick-up.

When to Get There

While Niagara-on-the-Lake is beautiful at all times of year, the best time to visit is during late spring, summer, and early fall. Summer is the busiest season, while autumn visitors can admire vivid fall foliage and see wineries in action during the grape harvest.

Niagara-on-the-Lake Festivals

Niagara-on-the-Lake hosts numerous festivals throughout the year. In summer, Music Niagara puts on over 30 piano, jazz, and opera acts around town, while the Peach Festival celebrates the sweet local fruit. Wine festivals include the New Vintage Festival in June, the Niagara Wine Festival in September, the Icewine Festival in January, and the Days of Chocolate and Wine Festival in February. From April through November, the Shaw Festival delights audiences with performances of works by George Bernard Shaw and other playwrights from his time.

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Air Taxi and Tour from Niagara - Toronto Including Ground Transport from Niagara Hotels

Enjoy a spectacular view of Niagara Falls from above on this 45-minute air tour. Save the drive to Toronto and fly from Niagara District Airport to Toronto ... Read more

Location: Niagara Falls, Canada
Duration: 45 minutes (approx.)

From USD $438.15

Niagara Falls Private Day Tour

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Enjoy a private, guided, 7-hour tour to Niagara Falls from Toronto. Travel in a luxury vehicle, available for groups with up to five passengers, and learn the ... Read more

Location: Toronto, Canada
Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

From USD $482.54

3-Day Tour: Finger Lakes, Niagara Falls, Toronto and 1000 Islands from New York City

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Head north from New York City in a climate-controlled coach on this exciting 3-day tour to experience the best of the Niagara Falls region in both New York and ... Read more

Location: New York City, New York
Duration: 3 days (approx.)

From USD $442.00

Niagara-on-the-Lake Wine-Tasting Tour with Gourmet Lunch or Dinner

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Taste the best of the Niagara-on-the-Lake wine region, part of the larger Wine Country Ontario region, on this small-group tour. Niagara-on-the-Lake is not ... Read more

Location: Niagara Falls, Canada
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

From USD $117.66

Niagara-on-the-Lake Cycle and Wine-Tasting Tour with Optional Picnic Lunch

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Enjoy beautiful scenery, great bike trails and Niagara-on-the-Lake's finest wines on this biking and wine-tasting tour. Niagara-on-the-Lake is an incredibly ... Read more

Location: Niagara Falls, Canada
Duration: Flexible

From USD $60.59

Private Winery Tour of Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Enjoy a private, custom, talking, eating, drinking, laughing, singing, full day Wine Tasting/Vineyard Excursion in Niagara Wine Country. We would love to build ... Read more

Location: Niagara Falls, Canada
Duration: Flexible

From USD $76.93

Day-Trip from Toronto to Niagara Falls with Falls Boat Ride

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Visit Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake with a 9-hour day-trip from Toronto. At the falls, enjoy a ride aboard the Hornblower Niagara Cruise, where you'll ... Read more

Location: Toronto, Canada
Duration: 9 hours (approx.)

From USD $135.98

Evening Coach Tour of Niagara Falls with Hornblower Boat and Sheraton Dinner

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Experience Niagara Falls at night on this evening tour from Toronto. This tour includes complimentary pickup from all Toronto and airport area hotels by a ... Read more

Location: Toronto, Canada
Duration: 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

From USD $159.29

Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake Day Tour from Toronto

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On this 9-hour tour, visit Niagara-on-the-Lake and Niagara Falls. You'll journey around Lake Ontario, ride aboard the Hornblower Niagara Cruise, see amazing ... Read more

Location: Toronto, Canada
Duration: 9 hours (approx.)

From USD $153.85

Niagara Falls Guided 9 Hour Day Trip with Round-trip Transfer

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On this 9-hour tour, visit Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake and enjoy a structured wine tasting. See sights like the Whirlpool Rapids, Sir Adam Beck power ... Read more

Location: Toronto, Canada
Duration: 9 hours (approx.)

From USD $118.89

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Niagara-on-the-Lake Tours

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Air Taxi and Tour from Niagara - Toronto Including Ground Transport from Niagara Hotels

Niagara Falls Private Day Tour

3-Day Tour: Finger Lakes, Niagara Falls, Toronto and 1000 Islands from New York City

Niagara-on-the-Lake Wine-Tasting Tour with Gourmet Lunch or Dinner

Niagara-on-the-Lake Cycle and Wine-Tasting Tour with Optional Picnic Lunch

Private Winery Tour of Niagara-on-the-Lake

Day-Trip from Toronto to Niagara Falls with Falls Boat Ride

Evening Coach Tour of Niagara Falls with Hornblower Boat and Sheraton Dinner

Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake Day Tour from Toronto

Niagara Falls Guided 9 Hour Day Trip with Round-trip Transfer

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