Downtown St. Catharines Travel Guide

St. Catharines

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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

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

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

Montebello Park

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

Montebello Park

Brock University

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

Brock University

The Pen Centre

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The Pen Centre during your visit to St. Catharines. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and wineries in this walkable area.

The Pen Centre

Royal Canadian Henley Rowing Course

Explore the waterfront of Royal Canadian Henley Rowing Course and enjoy activities such as boating in St. Catharines. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Royal Canadian Henley Rowing Course

Top hotels in Downtown St. Catharines

Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel

Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel

4 out of 5
6455 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is ₹7,663 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
₹7,663
₹10,099 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
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! (5,370 reviews)
Everything was good. Thanks

Reviewed on 20 Jan 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 ₹11,025 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
₹11,025
₹14,334 total
24 Jan - 25 Jan
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! (13,066 reviews)
The pool

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites
Embassy Suites by Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview

Embassy Suites by Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview

3.5 out of 5
6700 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is ₹11,637 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
₹11,637
₹14,758 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (13,547 reviews)
All good

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview
Oakes Hotel Overlooking the Falls

Oakes Hotel Overlooking the Falls

3.5 out of 5
6546 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹5,935 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
₹5,935
₹8,665 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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! (8,116 reviews)
great location to the falls

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Oakes Hotel Overlooking the Falls
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 ₹9,970 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
₹9,970
₹14,597 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy 2 coffee shops/cafes, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,337 reviews)
Restaurant was excellent, rooms were nice and clean, pool was enjoyable. The only thing I can say negative is if you go when it is busy, expect to wait a long time for elevators, beyond that, it was excellent

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Niagara Falls Marriott on the Falls
The Tower Hotel Fallsview

The Tower Hotel Fallsview

3.5 out of 5
6732 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is ₹6,667 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
₹6,667
₹10,209 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
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! (1,939 reviews)
Clean room fantastic customer service, great experience

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

The Tower Hotel Fallsview
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown St. Catharines

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Haig

3/5(1 area review)

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

Haig
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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

4/5(2 area reviews)

When in Lakeport, you can plan a visit to Royal Canadian Henley Rowing Course and Lakeside Park Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Lakeport
Took a black history tour while visiting Niagara Falls and it included this really cool Cemetery. #niagarafalls #canada #cemetary #blackhistory #headstones #travelgal #magentasfire🔥#seemyworld

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
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Grantham

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

Grantham

Downtown St. Catharines Travel Guide