Garrett’s Niagara Guidebook
Downtown St. Catharines (10-min Walk)
Legendary Vegan Doughnut Shop located in downtown St. Catharines, the Doughnut Capital of Canada. Enjoying a doughnut from Beechwood is a rite of passage if visiting St. Catharines. We recommend the Coconut Cream :) 10-min walk from us. https://www.beechwooddoughnuts.com
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Beechwood Doughnuts
165 St Paul StLegendary Vegan Doughnut Shop located in downtown St. Catharines, the Doughnut Capital of Canada. Enjoying a doughnut from Beechwood is a rite of passage if visiting St. Catharines. We recommend the Coconut Cream :) 10-min walk from us. https://www.beechwooddoughnuts.com
Our favorite cafe & lounge located in downtown St. Catharines. Good, high quality coffee options and baked goods. Live music, jam sessions, poetry readings, and other community events. This cafe is a throwback to the cafes and coffee shops of the 1990s. 10-min walk from us. http://mahtay.ca/coffeetime
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Mahtay Café & Lounge
241 St Paul StOur favorite cafe & lounge located in downtown St. Catharines. Good, high quality coffee options and baked goods. Live music, jam sessions, poetry readings, and other community events. This cafe is a throwback to the cafes and coffee shops of the 1990s. 10-min walk from us. http://mahtay.ca/coffeetime
The St. Catharines Farmers Market located in downtown St. Catharines. Buy Local, Eat Fresh! Home to local farmers, butchers, bakers, florists, and food artisans from around the Niagara Region. Open year round, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m (We recommend Saturday as the best variety). 10-min walk from us. https://www.stcatharines.ca/en/experiencein/StCatharinesFarmersMarket.asp
St. Catharines Farmers' Market
91 King StreetThe St. Catharines Farmers Market located in downtown St. Catharines. Buy Local, Eat Fresh! Home to local farmers, butchers, bakers, florists, and food artisans from around the Niagara Region. Open year round, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m (We recommend Saturday as the best variety). 10-min walk from us. https://www.stcatharines.ca/en/experiencein/StCatharinesFarmersMarket.asp
FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre located in downtown St. Catharines. The Film House, music, comedy, theatre, and a wide variety of performing arts shows or events. Plenty of good entertainment options throughout the year! 10-min walk from us. https://firstontariopac.ca
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FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre
250 St Paul StFirstOntario Performing Arts Centre located in downtown St. Catharines. The Film House, music, comedy, theatre, and a wide variety of performing arts shows or events. Plenty of good entertainment options throughout the year! 10-min walk from us. https://firstontariopac.ca
Meridian Centre located in downtown St. Catharines. Home to our Niagara Ice Dogs who play in the OHL (Ontario Hockey League), the top major junior ice hockey league in the world. Also a venue for large concerts and other live entertainment throughout the year. 10-min walk from us. http://www.meridiancentre.com
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Meridian-senteret
1 David S. Howes WayMeridian Centre located in downtown St. Catharines. Home to our Niagara Ice Dogs who play in the OHL (Ontario Hockey League), the top major junior ice hockey league in the world. Also a venue for large concerts and other live entertainment throughout the year. 10-min walk from us. http://www.meridiancentre.com
Indie Music Hall located in downtown St. Catharines. Live music shows at affordable prices throughout the year by Ontarios top indie music bands and artists. 10-min walk from us. http://www.warehouseniagara.com
Warehouse Concert Hall
11 Geneva StIndie Music Hall located in downtown St. Catharines. Live music shows at affordable prices throughout the year by Ontarios top indie music bands and artists. 10-min walk from us. http://www.warehouseniagara.com
Ludology Boardgame Cafe located in downtown St. Catharines. While a nice selection of coffee options, craft beer, local wines, and cocktails, with food options to boot, the major draw of this favorite of ours is being able to enjoy them while playing one of the 300 options in their board game library. 10-min walk from us. https://ludology.ca/
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Ludology Boardgame Cafe
52 St Paul StLudology Boardgame Cafe located in downtown St. Catharines. While a nice selection of coffee options, craft beer, local wines, and cocktails, with food options to boot, the major draw of this favorite of ours is being able to enjoy them while playing one of the 300 options in their board game library. 10-min walk from us. https://ludology.ca/
An institution at this point located in downtown St. Catharines. The Merchant Ale House is a lively micro-brew pub producing their own tasty beers and pub fare since the mid 1990s. 10-min walk from us. http://merchantalehouse.com/
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The Merchant Ale House
98 St Paul StAn institution at this point located in downtown St. Catharines. The Merchant Ale House is a lively micro-brew pub producing their own tasty beers and pub fare since the mid 1990s. 10-min walk from us. http://merchantalehouse.com/
Montebello Park located in downtown St. Catharines. It is the 'Central Park' of the city, and coincidentally, it was actually designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, who also designed New York City's Central Park. A beuatiful park to enjoy, and home the famous Niagara Wine Festival each year. 10-min walk from us. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montebello_Park
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Montebello Park
64 Ontario StMontebello Park located in downtown St. Catharines. It is the 'Central Park' of the city, and coincidentally, it was actually designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, who also designed New York City's Central Park. A beuatiful park to enjoy, and home the famous Niagara Wine Festival each year. 10-min walk from us. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montebello_Park
OddBird restaurant located in downtown St. Catharines. It is small, doesn't look like much, and it may be difficult to get a seat but their food is regarded as some of the best in the region. We personally recommend the Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich, as we feel confident you'll agree its the best chicken sandwich on the planet. 10-min walk from us. https://oddbird.ca/
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oddBird.
52 St Paul StOddBird restaurant located in downtown St. Catharines. It is small, doesn't look like much, and it may be difficult to get a seat but their food is regarded as some of the best in the region. We personally recommend the Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich, as we feel confident you'll agree its the best chicken sandwich on the planet. 10-min walk from us. https://oddbird.ca/
Lost & Found Taqueria and Cocktail Bar located in downtown St. Catharines. Only opened within the last year, this is already our favorite restaurant downtown St. Catharines. Amazing taco and cocktail menu items. 10-min walk from us. https://www.lostandfoundtaqueria.com/
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Lost + Found
EastLost & Found Taqueria and Cocktail Bar located in downtown St. Catharines. Only opened within the last year, this is already our favorite restaurant downtown St. Catharines. Amazing taco and cocktail menu items. 10-min walk from us. https://www.lostandfoundtaqueria.com/
Blue Mermaid seafood & steak house located in downtown St. Catharines. Fine dining family-owned restaurant serving the downtown core for over 40-years. You'll be transported back in time to the elegance of the 1970s with this 5-star establishment. Live Piano Bar Friday and Saturday nights with their very own Eddie Pizzo. 10-min walk from us. https://www.thebluemermaid.com/
Blue Mermaid Seafood & Steak House
10 Market StBlue Mermaid seafood & steak house located in downtown St. Catharines. Fine dining family-owned restaurant serving the downtown core for over 40-years. You'll be transported back in time to the elegance of the 1970s with this 5-star establishment. Live Piano Bar Friday and Saturday nights with their very own Eddie Pizzo. 10-min walk from us. https://www.thebluemermaid.com/
Kully's Original Sports Bar located in downtown St. Catharines. Best sports bar in St. Catharines if you're looking to watch a game somewhere, and they have an amazing drink selection; great Ontario craft beer, a top-notch Niagara wine list, and a killer cocktail menu. https://kullys.com
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Kully's Original Sports Bar
223 St Paul StKully's Original Sports Bar located in downtown St. Catharines. Best sports bar in St. Catharines if you're looking to watch a game somewhere, and they have an amazing drink selection; great Ontario craft beer, a top-notch Niagara wine list, and a killer cocktail menu. https://kullys.com
L3 Night Club located in downtown St. Catharines. The best night club in St. Catharines if you're looking to fit in some dancing and throw-down on your trip. http://l3nightclub.ca
L3 Night Club
6 James StreetL3 Night Club located in downtown St. Catharines. The best night club in St. Catharines if you're looking to fit in some dancing and throw-down on your trip. http://l3nightclub.ca
Mansion House located in downtown St. Catharines. Large outdoor patio and live music. One of the best late-night bars In St. Catharines, particularly when the weathers warmer. https://themansionhouse.ca
The Mansion House
5 William StMansion House located in downtown St. Catharines. Large outdoor patio and live music. One of the best late-night bars In St. Catharines, particularly when the weathers warmer. https://themansionhouse.ca
Rise Above Vegan restaurant & bakery located in downtown St. Catharines. They only use plant-based ingredients and they're committed to their mission to show one can 'eat well without harming other species or our environment' They also offer Gluten-Free options. https://riseaboverestaurant.com
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Rise Above
120 St Paul StRise Above Vegan restaurant & bakery located in downtown St. Catharines. They only use plant-based ingredients and they're committed to their mission to show one can 'eat well without harming other species or our environment' They also offer Gluten-Free options. https://riseaboverestaurant.com
Freshii located in downtown St. Catharines. Although we're not particularly fond of including a chain restaurant in our guidebook, we really like what Freshii does to make healthy food convenient (fast) and affordable. If you value eating healthy like we do, even on your vacation, its important you know where Freshii is while staying here. 10-min walk from us. https://www.freshii.com/ca/en-ca/home
Freshii
281 St Paul StFreshii located in downtown St. Catharines. Although we're not particularly fond of including a chain restaurant in our guidebook, we really like what Freshii does to make healthy food convenient (fast) and affordable. If you value eating healthy like we do, even on your vacation, its important you know where Freshii is while staying here. 10-min walk from us. https://www.freshii.com/ca/en-ca/home
Hambrgr located in downtown St. Catharines. Do you yearn for one of the best Hamburgers you've ever had in your life? We thought you might, which is why this mouth watering establishment made our list. 10-min walk from us. https://www.hambrgr.ca/st-paul-st#Public
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Hambrgr
233 St Paul StHambrgr located in downtown St. Catharines. Do you yearn for one of the best Hamburgers you've ever had in your life? We thought you might, which is why this mouth watering establishment made our list. 10-min walk from us. https://www.hambrgr.ca/st-paul-st#Public
Founded in 1969, and located in downtown St. Catharines, the NAC (Niagara Artists Centre) is one of the oldest artist-run organizations in Canada which serves the working artists and community of Niagara. They often organize workshops, exhibitions, and events of all types promoting local artists, including small music shows on their rooftop patio from time to time. We suggest contacting them if interested in attending any while here as some can be restricted to members or require a donation. 10-min walk from us. https://nac.org
Niagara Artists Centre
354 St Paul StFounded in 1969, and located in downtown St. Catharines, the NAC (Niagara Artists Centre) is one of the oldest artist-run organizations in Canada which serves the working artists and community of Niagara. They often organize workshops, exhibitions, and events of all types promoting local artists, including small music shows on their rooftop patio from time to time. We suggest contacting them if interested in attending any while here as some can be restricted to members or require a donation. 10-min walk from us. https://nac.org
Niagara Falls (20-min Drive)
Hornblower Niagara Cruises located in Niagara Falls. Our recommendation for the top thing-to-do when visiting the most powerful waterfalls in North America. Try their 'Voyage to the Falls' boat tour which takes you into the mouth of the falls for an up-close and personal feel of how powerful they really are. The same tour company also offers a night boat cruise for each night the 'Falls Fireworks' series is running, Canada's longest running fireworks series putting on over 100 fireworks displays through the Spring, Summer and Fall months. https://www.niagaracruises.com
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Hornblower Niagara Cruises
5920 Niagara PkwyHornblower Niagara Cruises located in Niagara Falls. Our recommendation for the top thing-to-do when visiting the most powerful waterfalls in North America. Try their 'Voyage to the Falls' boat tour which takes you into the mouth of the falls for an up-close and personal feel of how powerful they really are. The same tour company also offers a night boat cruise for each night the 'Falls Fireworks' series is running, Canada's longest running fireworks series putting on over 100 fireworks displays through the Spring, Summer and Fall months. https://www.niagaracruises.com
The Niagara Daredevil Exhibit located at the Niagara IMAX Theatre in Niagara Falls is a lesser known, must-see exhibit if visiting the Falls in our opinion. It details the stories of each daredevil who tried to conquer the great waterfalls over the years, and the devices they used to do so, some with as little as their courage and a wine barrel lol. https://imaxniagara.com/daredevil-exhibit/
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IMAX Theatre Niagara Falls
5781 Fallsview BlvdThe Niagara Daredevil Exhibit located at the Niagara IMAX Theatre in Niagara Falls is a lesser known, must-see exhibit if visiting the Falls in our opinion. It details the stories of each daredevil who tried to conquer the great waterfalls over the years, and the devices they used to do so, some with as little as their courage and a wine barrel lol. https://imaxniagara.com/daredevil-exhibit/
Fallsview Casino Resort located in Niagara Falls. Tons of gaming options in the casino for those so inclined. Spa, several restaurants, and over 250-shows a year by notable entertainersin their 1500-seat theatre. https://www.fallsviewcasinoresort.com/
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Fallsview Casino Resort
6380 Fallsview BlvdFallsview Casino Resort located in Niagara Falls. Tons of gaming options in the casino for those so inclined. Spa, several restaurants, and over 250-shows a year by notable entertainersin their 1500-seat theatre. https://www.fallsviewcasinoresort.com/
The Flying Saucer Restaurant located in Niagara Falls. This ones out of left-field a bit lol but its a personal favorite, a diner built in a vintage flying saucer space ship which has been around for over 40-years. http://www.flyingsaucerrestaurant.com
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Flying Saucer Restaurant
6768 Lundy's LnThe Flying Saucer Restaurant located in Niagara Falls. This ones out of left-field a bit lol but its a personal favorite, a diner built in a vintage flying saucer space ship which has been around for over 40-years. http://www.flyingsaucerrestaurant.com
Fallsview Indoor Waterpark located in Niagara Falls. Primarily reserved for Fallsview Resort guests but day-passes can be purchased for non-guests. A giant indoor waterpark...need we say more. https://www.fallsviewwaterpark.com/
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Fallsview Indoor Waterpark
5685 Falls AveFallsview Indoor Waterpark located in Niagara Falls. Primarily reserved for Fallsview Resort guests but day-passes can be purchased for non-guests. A giant indoor waterpark...need we say more. https://www.fallsviewwaterpark.com/
Niagara on the Lake (20-min Drive)
The one and only Niagara Oast House Brewers located in Niagara on the lake. Our favorite craft brewery in Ontario, and we're not alone as its become a destination in itself. Gorgeous outdoor patio over looking vineyards with live music most nights and amazing BBQ. https://oasthousebrewers.com
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Niagara Oast House Brewers - Craft Brewery in Niagara On The Lake
2017 Niagara Stone RdThe one and only Niagara Oast House Brewers located in Niagara on the lake. Our favorite craft brewery in Ontario, and we're not alone as its become a destination in itself. Gorgeous outdoor patio over looking vineyards with live music most nights and amazing BBQ. https://oasthousebrewers.com
Riverview Cellars winery located in Niagara on the Lake. A good friend of ours. His family has lived on and worked the farmland, now mostly vineyards, since 1975. The winery was actually first a fruit and vegetable market until the year 2000 when they officially re-opened it as Riverview Cellars winery. It remains owned and operated by family, and their wines have actually gone on to win many awards. If you think you may visit here, please let us know. https://www.riverviewcellars.com
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Riverview Cellars
15376 Niagara PkwyRiverview Cellars winery located in Niagara on the Lake. A good friend of ours. His family has lived on and worked the farmland, now mostly vineyards, since 1975. The winery was actually first a fruit and vegetable market until the year 2000 when they officially re-opened it as Riverview Cellars winery. It remains owned and operated by family, and their wines have actually gone on to win many awards. If you think you may visit here, please let us know. https://www.riverviewcellars.com
Fort George National Historic Site located in Niagara on the lake. The historic military structure was the scene of several great battles during the War of 1812. A fun visit back in time as when the fort is open there are many re-enactments of different kinds providing a glimpse of what it would have been like to live on the fort during that time many years ago. http://www.friendsoffortgeorge.ca
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Fort George National Historic Site
51 Queen's ParadeFort George National Historic Site located in Niagara on the lake. The historic military structure was the scene of several great battles during the War of 1812. A fun visit back in time as when the fort is open there are many re-enactments of different kinds providing a glimpse of what it would have been like to live on the fort during that time many years ago. http://www.friendsoffortgeorge.ca
Niagara on the Lakes Heritage District, its downtown core, offers a picturesque stroll with unique shops, restaurants, bars and hotels. https://www.niagaraonthelake.com
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Niagara on the Lake
Niagara on the Lakes Heritage District, its downtown core, offers a picturesque stroll with unique shops, restaurants, bars and hotels. https://www.niagaraonthelake.com
The Niagara on the Lake Golf Club located in Niagara on the Lake. The oldest golf course in North America, and one of the best patio bars in town overlooking the Niagara River and Fort Niagara on the American side of the border. http://notlgolf.com
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Niagara Golf Club
143 Front StreetThe Niagara on the Lake Golf Club located in Niagara on the Lake. The oldest golf course in North America, and one of the best patio bars in town overlooking the Niagara River and Fort Niagara on the American side of the border. http://notlgolf.com
The Olde Angel Inn located in Niagara on the Lake. Originally built in 1789 and frequented by soldiers during the War of 1812, this cozy little pub and inn was rebuilt after the war, and has served as Ontario's oldest operating Inn since then. Fun place to enjoy a drink, often with live music at night, and there's rumors its haunted by the ghost of an old soldier, Captain Colin Swayze. http://www.angel-inn.com
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The Olde Angel Inn
224 Regent StThe Olde Angel Inn located in Niagara on the Lake. Originally built in 1789 and frequented by soldiers during the War of 1812, this cozy little pub and inn was rebuilt after the war, and has served as Ontario's oldest operating Inn since then. Fun place to enjoy a drink, often with live music at night, and there's rumors its haunted by the ghost of an old soldier, Captain Colin Swayze. http://www.angel-inn.com
Frogpond Farm Organic Winery located in Niagara on the Lake. Ontarios first certified organic winery for both the grape growing and the wine making processes, and one of the few who have committed to a 100% organic process, which is very challenging when making wine. Its a small winery but fun to visit as they also have an animal farm with their team of goats, pigs, and chickens roaming freely. https://www.frogpondfarm.ca
Frogpond Farm Organic Winery
1385 Larkin RdFrogpond Farm Organic Winery located in Niagara on the Lake. Ontarios first certified organic winery for both the grape growing and the wine making processes, and one of the few who have committed to a 100% organic process, which is very challenging when making wine. Its a small winery but fun to visit as they also have an animal farm with their team of goats, pigs, and chickens roaming freely. https://www.frogpondfarm.ca
The Ghost Walks walking tours located in Niagara on the Lake, Canada's Most Haunted Town. A great walking tour for delving into the rich history of this beautiful town, and how it has gained a reputation worldwide for being haunted. https://ghostwalks.com/niagara-on-the-lake
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The Ghost Walks
127 Queen StThe Ghost Walks walking tours located in Niagara on the Lake, Canada's Most Haunted Town. A great walking tour for delving into the rich history of this beautiful town, and how it has gained a reputation worldwide for being haunted. https://ghostwalks.com/niagara-on-the-lake
Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery located in Niagara on the Lake. Located in St.Davids, a small borough of NIagara on the Lake, its a bit outside the downtown/Niagara Parkway area of town so we recommend hitting it on your way into town. Its family owned and is considered one of the top wineries/restaurants in the region, and a very popular place for outdoor weddings. https://ravinevineyard.com
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Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery
1366 York RdRavine Vineyard Estate Winery located in Niagara on the Lake. Located in St.Davids, a small borough of NIagara on the Lake, its a bit outside the downtown/Niagara Parkway area of town so we recommend hitting it on your way into town. Its family owned and is considered one of the top wineries/restaurants in the region, and a very popular place for outdoor weddings. https://ravinevineyard.com
Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours located in Niagara on the Lake. An exhilarating ride complete with historical perspective, as the powerful jet boats takes you up the Niagara River to the famous Niagara Whirlpool and through the Class 5 'Devils Hole' rapids.
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Whirpool Jetboat Dock
1 Melville StWhirlpool Jet Boat Tours located in Niagara on the Lake. An exhilarating ride complete with historical perspective, as the powerful jet boats takes you up the Niagara River to the famous Niagara Whirlpool and through the Class 5 'Devils Hole' rapids.
Paddle Niagara paddleboarding lessons, tours, and equipment rentalslocated in Niagara on the Lake. Another good friend of ours, the owner and operator, is a true Niagaran and paddleboard enthusiast. who formed the company to provide a perspective of Lake Ontario and the Niagara River you wont find anywhere else.
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Paddle Niagara
Paddle Niagara paddleboarding lessons, tours, and equipment rentalslocated in Niagara on the Lake. Another good friend of ours, the owner and operator, is a true Niagaran and paddleboard enthusiast. who formed the company to provide a perspective of Lake Ontario and the Niagara River you wont find anywhere else.
Local Transportation Options
Liberty! Bicycles bicycle repairs and rentals shop located in downtown St. Catharines. The closest place to rent a bicycle to get around on for $25/day. Also several other bicycle rental companies located in Niagara on the lake and Niagara Falls, some of which will drop them off to you at a specific location in the region. Whether you bring your own or rent one, you can also lock up your bicycles on our front porch if that helps. 10-min walk to Liberty! Bicycles.
Liberty! Bicycles
2 Bond StLiberty! Bicycles bicycle repairs and rentals shop located in downtown St. Catharines. The closest place to rent a bicycle to get around on for $25/day. Also several other bicycle rental companies located in Niagara on the lake and Niagara Falls, some of which will drop them off to you at a specific location in the region. Whether you bring your own or rent one, you can also lock up your bicycles on our front porch if that helps. 10-min walk to Liberty! Bicycles.
St. Catharines Train Station, providing regular service both through VIA Rail to the USA and around Ontario, and now GO Train to Niagara Falls and at all stops up to Toronto. Literally, no exaggeration, a 5-minute walk from us, right down the street.
St. Catharines station
St. Catharines Train Station, providing regular service both through VIA Rail to the USA and around Ontario, and now GO Train to Niagara Falls and at all stops up to Toronto. Literally, no exaggeration, a 5-minute walk from us, right down the street.
St. Catharines Bus Station providing regular bus service to Niagara Falls, Niagara on the Lake, and all around the Niagara Region, as well as supplemental service up to the GTA (Greater Toronto Area). 10-min walk to downtown St. Catharines to get there.
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Megabus - St Catharines, ON station
St. Catharines Bus Station providing regular bus service to Niagara Falls, Niagara on the Lake, and all around the Niagara Region, as well as supplemental service up to the GTA (Greater Toronto Area). 10-min walk to downtown St. Catharines to get there.