Downtown St. Catharines

St. Catharines

Aerial of St Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Port Dalhousie ✨
Lighthouse 💫
Welland Canals Centre Lock 3. is part of the Lock system Among the most critical components of the waterway are the 15 locks of the St. Lawrence Seaway. These locks not only allow ships to navigate the St. Lawrence River from Montreal to Lake Ontario, they also enable vessels to bypass Niagara Falls. Of the Seaway's 15 locks, two are in the United States and 13 are in Canada. We were able to watch this ship being lowered through this lock. We then drove off to visited Niagara on the Lake and saw this exact ship out on Lake Ontario about an hour after it left this lock.
Sun acts as a spotlight on the top of the Courthouse Theatre in downtown St. Catharines, with the #blue sky set to go dark after sunset

Popular places to visit

The T. Roy Adams Bandshell in Montebello Park after a rain shower in downtown St. Catherines Ontario Canada

Montebello Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Montebello Park and enjoy the boating in St. Catharines. Check out the casinos and wineries in this walkable area.

Montebello Park
Port Dalhousie harbor in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Port Dalhousie Pier Marina

Explore the waterfront in St. Catharines with a trip to Port Dalhousie Pier Marina. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area, or check out its wineries.

Port Dalhousie Pier Marina
Aerial over Lakeside Park Beach in the Port Dalhousie area of St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada, on the south shore of Lake Ontario, with Martindale Pond. Shot on a summer afternoon in July, 2024.

Lakeside Park Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Lakeside Park Beach during your travels in St. Catharines? Discover the beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Lakeside Park Beach

FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre

Enjoy an outing to FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre during your stay in St. Catharines. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and casinos in this walkable area.

FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre

Meridian Centre

You can take time to visit Meridian Centre during your travels to St. Catharines. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

Meridian Centre

Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts

Enjoy an outing to Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts during your stay in St. Catharines.

Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts

Things to do

Niagara Falls Canada Premium Tour: Journey Behind Falls and Boat Cruise

Niagara Falls Canada Premium Tour: Journey Behind Falls and Boat Cruise

P8,747
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Niagara Falls Canada Premium Tour: Journey Behind Falls and Boat Cruise
Niagara Falls Canada Helicopter Tour

Niagara Falls Canada Helicopter Tour

P8,766
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Niagara Falls Canada Helicopter Tour
Overnight Niagara Falls and Shopping Trip from New York City

Overnight Niagara Falls and Shopping Trip from New York City

P24,531
per traveler
92% of travellers recommend
Overnight Niagara Falls and Shopping Trip from New York City
45 Minutes Whirlpool Tour in Niagara Falls

45 Minutes Whirlpool Tour in Niagara Falls

P2,345
per adult
45 Minutes Whirlpool Tour in Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls Small Group Tour With Niagara City Cruises Boat Ride

Niagara Falls Small Group Tour With Niagara City Cruises Boat Ride

P4,241
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Niagara Falls Small Group Tour With Niagara City Cruises Boat Ride
Canadian Falls Adventure with Boat Cruise & Skylon Tower from USA

Niagara Falls Canada Tour, Boat & Maple Tasting – USA Pickup

P5,569
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Niagara Falls Canada Tour, Boat & Maple Tasting – USA Pickup
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Top hotels in Downtown St. Catharines

Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites

Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
6361 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is P7,332 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
P7,332
P9,533 total
Mar 25 - Mar 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy 2 indoor pools, 4 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (13,393 reviews)
2 BEDROOM SUITE WAS GREAT FOR OUR FAMILY.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites
Sheraton Fallsview Hotel

Sheraton Fallsview Hotel

4 out of 5
5875 Falls Ave Niagara Falls ON
The price is P7,020 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
P7,020
P10,148 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (6,809 reviews)
wasn't required

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Sheraton Fallsview Hotel
Oakes Hotel Overlooking the Falls

Oakes Hotel Overlooking the Falls

3.5 out of 5
6546 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is P3,633 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
P3,633
P5,462 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy a sauna, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7/10 Good! (8,255 reviews)
Nice property. Amazing fall view from room.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Oakes Hotel Overlooking the Falls
The Tower Hotel Fallsview

The Tower Hotel Fallsview

3.5 out of 5
6732 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is P4,667 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
P4,667
P7,079 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,067 reviews)
Plenty of shops nearby

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

The Tower Hotel Fallsview
Niagara Falls Marriott on the Falls

Niagara Falls Marriott on the Falls

4 out of 5
6755 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is P6,630 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
P6,630
P9,708 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy 2 coffee shops/cafes, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,343 reviews)
All good

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Niagara Falls Marriott on the Falls
Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel

Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel

4 out of 5
6455 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is P5,663 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
P5,663
P7,430 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,638 reviews)
Our rooms view was over top the roof and in there was so much outdoor cleaning equipment and it was a terrible view. The hotel was kept clean, although the parking rate was $75 per night. We had an ok stay but honestly would stay at a few other hotels in the area that we have been there before as ...

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown St. Catharines

Decew Falls from the gorge below Morningstar Mill turbine shed St Catharines Niagara Region

Haig

When in Haig, you can plan a visit to Montebello Park and FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Haig
Eye level view of Niagara Falls Horseshoe Falls from Canada with mist surrounded tourist ship

Glenridge

While visiting Glenridge, you might make a stop by sights like The Pen Centre and Short Hills Provincial Park.

Glenridge
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Lakeport

Lakeport might not have many top sights, but Royal Canadian Henley Rowing Course and Lakeside Park Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lakeport
Morning Star Mill St. Catharines Niagara Region Canada

Merritton

If you're spending some time in Merritton, St. Catharine's Museum and Welland Canals Parkway Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Merritton
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Louth

While visiting Louth, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Ontario and Short Hills Provincial Park.

Louth
Decew Falls from the gorge below Morningstar Mill turbine shed St Catharines Niagara Region

Grantham

When in Grantham, you can plan a visit to FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre and Meridian Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Grantham

Downtown St. Catharines