St. Catharines
Travel Guide
Visit St. Catharines
Where to stay in St. Catharines
Port Dalhousie
Waterfront charm abounds in this community, where visitors can enjoy stand up paddle boarding, swimming, and kayaking at the popular Lakeside Park beach. Don't miss the historic Lakeside Park Carousel for a nostalgic experience.
Louth
While visiting Louth, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Ontario and Rockway Conservation Area.
Glenridge
While visiting Glenridge, you might make a stop by sights like The Pen Centre and Landmark Cinemas Pen Centre.
Downtown St. Catharines
Dive into the cultural hub of St. Catharines, where the Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts resides. Discover heritage sites like Montebello Park and the Old Courthouse, while enjoying various shops and restaurants.
Haig
When in Haig, you can plan a visit to Montebello Park and FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lakeport
Lakeport might not have many top sights, but Royal Canadian Henley Rowing Course and Lakeside Park Carousel are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Stone Mill Inn
"Stayed here many times for several years and always 5 STAR!!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Best Western St. Catharines Hotel & Conference Centre
"Older BW hotel so definitely not worth the $320/night I payed."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites St. Catharines Conference Center by IHG
"Wasn’t a great renovation and was pricy for what it was ."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Brand New Modern Niagara Getaway
Stunning estate on Lake Ontario
"This was clearly once a truly "stunning estate" but years of disrepair have left it to be kind of sad, and certainly not in line with the price. Many issues that have previously been reported, but no effort to fix them. Problems are too numerous to list but here's a sample:- Mouse poop in cupboards- ..."
Reviewed on 21 April 2026
The Niagara Speakeasy! Secret theatre room
"Overall we had a fantastic stay! The hosts were amazing and super easy to communicate with. Our only minor issue was that the bedrooms could have been or had darker curtains/blinds, but a very minor matter within this fantastic property"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Montebello Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Montebello Park and enjoy the boating in St. Catharines. Check out the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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 check out its top-notch restaurants.
Brock University
Walk around the campus at Brock University during your stay in Glenridge. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and wineries in this walkable area.
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.
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.
