Downtown St. Catharines Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Aerial of St Catharines, Ontario, Canada
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.

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. Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants 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 lakeside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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 care-free 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

You can enjoy a show at FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre on your trip to St. Catharines. Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants 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

Brock University

Walk around the campus at Brock University as part of your travels around Glenridge. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Brock University

Activities

Between the Lines Cheese and Charcuterie Picnic

Between the Lines Cheese and Charcuterie Picnic

AU$47
per adult
Between the Lines Cheese and Charcuterie Picnic
Niagara Falls Small Group Tour With Niagara City Cruises Boat Ride

Niagara Falls Small Group Tour With Niagara City Cruises Boat Ride

AU$104
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Niagara Falls Small Group Tour With Niagara City Cruises Boat Ride
Niagara Falls CANADA Helicopter Tour

Niagara Falls Canada Helicopter Tour

AU$216
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Niagara Falls Canada Helicopter Tour
Private Dome Overlooking the Lake and Vineyard

1 Hour Private Vineyard Dome Experience in Niagara-on-the-Lake

AU$63
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
1 Hour Private Vineyard Dome Experience in Niagara-on-the-Lake
45 Minutes Whirlpool Tour in Niagara Falls

45 Minutes Whirlpool Tour in Niagara Falls

AU$58
per adult
45 Minutes Whirlpool Tour in Niagara Falls
4-Hour Niagara Falls Boat Tour, Maple & Chocolate Tastings

4-Hour Niagara Falls Boat Tour, Lunch & Maple Syrup Tasting

AU$143
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
4-Hour Niagara Falls Boat Tour, Lunch & Maple Syrup Tasting
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Our pick of the best Downtown St. Catharines Hotel Deals

Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel

Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel

4 out of 5
6455 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is AU$160 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
AU$160
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,480 reviews)
From arrival to departure, our stay at the Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel was wonderful. Staff at reception were friendly and efficient... housekeeping staff we passed were friendly and welcoming. Our room was beautiful and very comfortable. We had coupons for breakfast and enjoyed a good breakfast ...

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel
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 AU$227 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$227
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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 in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (13,231 reviews)
Hilton is one of our favorites of Hotels . We stayed on the 50th floor .

Reviewed on 12 Feb 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 AU$242 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$242
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,782 reviews)
The staff were wonderful. The view was spectacular. The location was ideal.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Sheraton Fallsview Hotel
The Tower Hotel Fallsview

The Tower Hotel Fallsview

3.5 out of 5
6732 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is AU$169 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$169
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,006 reviews)
Clean, beautiful view and comfy beds

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

The Tower Hotel Fallsview
Oakes Hotel Overlooking the Falls

Oakes Hotel Overlooking the Falls

3.5 out of 5
6546 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is AU$147 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$147
16 Feb - 17 Feb
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! (8,184 reviews)
excellent view

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Oakes Hotel Overlooking the Falls
Marriott Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel & Spa

Marriott Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
6740 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is AU$241 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$241
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,562 reviews)
bery nice time

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Marriott Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel & Spa
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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

While there might not be top attractions in Haig, you can explore the larger area and discover places like FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre and Meridian Centre.

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 Landmark Cinemas Pen Centre.

Glenridge
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Lakeport

When in Lakeport, you can plan a visit to Royal Canadian Henley Rowing Course and Port Dalhousie Pier Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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 Rockway Conservation Area.

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

Grantham

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grantham and surrounding area, you can visit Port Dalhousie Pier Marina and FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre.

Grantham

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