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Niagara-on-the-Lake Ontario Canada |
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Summer's top 11 things to do here: 1. See a play at the Shaw Theatre
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We are so excited to get to be married is beautiful Niagara-on-the-Lake. Located just north of Buffalo and near the famous Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake is known as one of Ontario's prettiest cities. We are excited to get to share this beautiful place with all of you! Niagara is a very special place to Summer as she grew up going here every year with her mom. We hope that you enjoy your stay here! Below are some links that we know will help you to have an enjoyable stay and make you feel that you are really on vacation when you come. | ||
![]() The Shaw Cafe |
![]() Carriage Rides |
![]() Niagara Vineyards |
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The Queen's Landing |
![]() Trisha Romance Gallery |
![]() The Prince of Whales Hotel
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Important Information:
Dress:
Daytime formal - meaning... guys: suits ladies: dress or dressy seperates
Getting There:
People flying to our wedding should fly into the Buffalo Airport as it is the closest airport to Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Flights:
www.southwest.com
www.delta.com
Transportation services :
www.niagaraairbus.com
other transportation services
Accomodations:
Bed-and-Breakfasts starting at $99 per night
Niagara bed and breakfasts links
Reception Hotel:
We have some rooms blocked off at the reception hotel.
The Queen's Landing $265 for a basic room
www.vintageinns.com
Things to do!
Enjoy a round of golf at North America's oldest golf course. Executive & Cayman-play golf is available at a country course. See living history at Fort George or learn about the past at the Historical Museum. Ride the historic S.S. Pumper, speed up the river on the Whirlpool Jet Boat or enjoy a bird's-eye view from aboard a Skyway Helicopter.
The northern terminus of the Niagara River Recreation Trail is at Fort George. Used as a walking, cycling and rollerblade path parallel to the Niagara River, you can travel 56 kms south to Fort Erie.
Rent a bike or join a guided bicycle tour of our wineries. You can also follow the wine route by car or visit the wineries in season on a local tour bus.
Art & Culture:
| Shaw Festival |
| One of Canada's most brilliant cultural icons and one of the worlds finest theatre companies, The Shaw Festival is an annual eight-month celebration of plays by Bernard Shaw and his contemporaries - from Oscar Wilde and Noel Coward to Chekhov, Isben and Brecht. Unique in terms of its focus, geographical reach and artistic development, The Shaw is like no other theatre in North America. The Shaw Festival runs from April to December in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario in three theatres. Check our website for this season's playbill, tickets and more. Phone: 905-468-2153 Niagara-on-the-Lake L0S 1J0 Website: http://www.shawfest.com |
| Lakeshore Antiques & Treasures |
| A multi-dealer centre with over 6000 square feet of fine quality antiques and collectibles. Furniture - jewellery - glass and China - phones - clocks - cookie jars - linens and lace - original ads and magazines - paintings, prints and photos - primatives and much more. Open daily, 10 am - 5 pm. Phone: 905-646-1965 Address: 855 Lakeshore Road Niagara-on-the-Lake L0S 1J0 Website: http://www.lakeshoreantiques.ca |
| Niagara Regional Native Centre |
| Showcasing Native Canadian Arts & Culture. Phone: 905-688-6484 Address: 382 Airport Road Niagara-on-the-Lake L0S 1J0 |
Restaurants
Link
Wine Tours
| Crush on Niagara Wine Tours |
| Enjoy an unforgettable morning or afternoon visiting Niagara's Vineyards. Explore, savour & enjoy. Packaged tours to large and small wineries. Call for reservations Phone: 905-562-3373 Email: crushtours@sympatico.ca Website: http://www.crushtours.com |
| Niagara Air Bus Winery Tours |
| Come aboard for a step-on/step-off wine tour which runs a continuous loop between Reif Estate Winery, Inniskillin Wines, Chateau des Charmes, Hillebrand Estates Winery, Pilliteri Estates Winery and Strewn Winery. That's six wineries with two free tastings at each. Daily pickup across from the Prince of Wales Hotel,10 am - 4:30 pm. Deluxe and sightseeing tours also available. Phone: 905-374-8111 Email: airsales@niagarairbus.com Website: http://www.niagarawinerytours.com |
| Niagara Wine Tours International |
| Experience the beauty of Niagara-on-the-Lake with a cycle tour and vineyard picnic lunch. Guided leisurely tours suitable for all levels of ability. Custom tours can be arranged for your group or corporation. Tours daily May through October, reservations required. Phone: 905-468-1300 Email: winetours@idirect.com Address: 92 Picton Street Niagara-on-the-Lake Website: http://www.worldwinetours.com |
History
| Fort George-Parks Canada |
| A British fort which played a key role in the struggle for the Niagara Frontier during the War of 1812. Fort George has been restored to its state on the eve of the war. Costumed staff recreate lifestyles and activities of the period. The on-site Gift Shop offers something for everyone.For more information, peruse Parks Canada website for Niagara National Historic Sites. May 1 to November 30. Fort George opens for the season. Phone: 905-468-6614 Email: ont-niagara@pch.gc.ca Address: Queens Parade (Fort George) Niagara-on-the-Lake L0S 1J0 Website: http://www.niagara.com/~parkscan/ |
Sports and Leisure
| Zoom Leisure: Bike Rentals and Tours |
| Everything is different when you experience Niagara-on-the-Lake ...by Bicycle! We offer two guided tours daily and of course, bike rentals for the whole family. See our website for specific details on tours as well as other special offers. Phone: 905-468-2366 Email: zoom@niagara.com Address: 42 Market Street Niagara-on-the-Lake L0S 1J0 Website: http://www.zoomleisure.com |
Shopping
Link
Niagara Falls:
30 mins from Niagara-on-the-Lake
| 5-0 Transportation |
| Shuttle service available from Niagara Falls to Niagara-on-the-Lake daily. Call the Chamber for further information (905-468-1950) or visit 5-0 Transportation website. Phone: 905-685-5463 Email: mikem@5-0taxi.com Website: http://www.5-0taxi.com |
Toronto:
2 hours from Niagara-on-the-Lake
Attractions
I like to...Go Shopping on Queen Street, See a musical at the Hummingbird Centre
Restaurants
I like to... Eat at Roundtree formally known as Marche (BCE place ), Eat at The Papillion
Hotels