St. Catharines, Canada

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Alternative names: Settled: 1779Population: 132 thous. (2019)Area: 37.45 mi²Elevation: 354 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 43°9'31"N, 79°14'35"W
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St. Catharines Top Attractions

St. Catharines Attractions - What to See and Explore

St. Catharines offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Morningstar Mill, Lakeside Park Carousel, Port Dalhousie, Montebello Park. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • morningstar mill st catharines
    Specialty museum • Museum

    Morningstar Mill

    Nestled in the historic city of St. Catharines, Ontario, Morningstar Mill offers a unique window into Canada’s industrial heritage. This charming museum is not just a picturesque site; it is a testament to the ingenuity of the 19th century and the perseverance of...

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    43°12'13"N • 79°15'58"W

    Lakeside Park Carousel

    The Lakeside Park Carousel is a historic carousel located in Port Dalhousie, Ontario, Canada, a community in the city of St. Catharines.

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    Nature • Natural attraction • Lake

    Port Dalhousie

    Port Dalhousie is a community in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. It is known for its waterfront appeal. It is also home to the Royal Canadian Henley Regatta and is historically significant as the terminus for the first three routes of the Welland Canal, built in 1820, 1845 and 1889.

  • montebello park st catharines
    Park

    Montebello Park

    Montebello Park is a public park in downtown St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. It features a commemorative rose garden with over 1,300 bushes in 25 varieties is the city's largest rose collection and an ornamental fountain.

  • british methodist episcopal church st catharines
    Sacred and religious sites • Historical place • Church

    British Methodist Episcopal Church

    The British Methodist Episcopal Church, Salem Chapel was founded in 1820 by African-American freedom seekers in St. Catharines, Ontario. It is located at 92 Geneva St. in the heart of Old St. Catharines. The church is a valued historical site due to its design, and its important associations with abolitionist activity.

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    Bridge

    Garden City Skyway

    The Garden City Skyway is a major high-level bridge located in St. Catharines and Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada, that allows the Queen Elizabeth Way to cross the Welland Canal without the interruption of a lift bridge.

  • ms normac st catharines
    Ship • Lakeshore

    MS Normac

    Normac is a floating restaurant boat that was launched as a fire tug, named the James R. Elliot. She was built at the Jenks Shipbuilding Company in Port Huron, Michigan, in 1902.

  • homer bridge st catharines
    Bridge

    Homer Bridge

    Homer Bridge, also known as Queenston Street Bridge, is a bascule-type lift bridge that carries traffic on Queenston Road/Niagara Regional Road 81 over the Welland Canal. The metal rivet Pratt deck truss bridge is designated as Bridge 4 by the St.

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    Bars and clubs • Port Dalhousie

    Kilt & Clover

    The Kilt and Clover is a restaurant and public house located at 17 Lock Street in Port Dalhousie, Ontario, a district within the City of St. Catharines, Ontario on the shores of Lake Ontario. It is known for its eccentricities, eclectic customers, and acts as a meeting place for the residents of Port Dalhousie, Ontario.

  • welland canal bridge 5 st catharines
    Bridge • Merritton

    Welland Canal Bridge 5

    Bridge 5, also known as the Glendale Bridge, is a vertical lift bridge carrying Glendale Avenue over the Welland Canal in St. Catharines, Ontario. Completed and opened to traffic in September 1928 during construction of the 4th canal, this bridge is one of three remaining lift bridges of its kind on the canal.

  • niagara fishing adventures st catharines
    43°12'10"N • 79°15'55"W

    Niagara Fishing Adventures

    Nature • Natural attraction • Fishing charters and tours

  • henley bridge st catharines
    Bridge • Port Dalhousie

    Henley Bridge

    The Henley Bridge is a multi-span open spandrel concrete arch bridge in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. The bridge carries eight lanes of traffic of the Queen Elizabeth Way in an east–west direction over Twelve Mile Creek. The bridge was built during the late 1930s and formally opened on August 23, 1940.

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    Nightlife • Dancing • Entertainment district

    Downtown St. Catharines

    Downtown St. Catharines is the central business district of St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. It is defined by the city as the area between Highway 406 on the west and south, Geneva Street on the east until it reaches St. Paul Street then Welland Avenue north until it meets Niagara Street.

  • congregation bnai israel st catharines
    Synagogue • Queenston

    Congregation B'nai Israel

    B'nai Israel is a Conservative Jewish congregation located in downtown St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. It is the only Conservative synagogue in the Niagara Region. Founded early in the 20th century, its 1905 synagogue building is among the oldest still standing in Canada.

  • brock university st catharines
    Library • Universities and schools

    Brock University

    Brock University is a public research university in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. It is the only university in Canada in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, at the centre of Canada's Niagara Peninsula on the Niagara Escarpment.

  • port weller st catharines
    Neighbourhood • Port Weller

    Port Weller

    Port Weller, Ontario is a community in St. Catharines, Regional Municipality of Niagara, Ontario, Canada and is part of the Golden Horseshoe region. It is located 8 kilometres north of the centre of St.

  • facer st catharines
    Neighbourhood • Facer

    Facer

    Facer is a community in the city of St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. It is located in the North East part of the city, bounded by the Queen Elizabeth Way and Welland Avenue to the South, Grantham Avenue to the East, Carlton Street to the North and Niagara Street to the West...

  • brockview st catharines
    Neighbourhood

    Brockview

    Brockview is a neighbourhood in the city of St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada, and the home of Brock University. The community is centered at Brock University.

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    Neighbourhood • Lock 3

    Kernahan

    Kernahan is a community in the city of St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. The community is centred at Victoria Lawn Cemetery. It is surrounded by Garden City Skyway to the north, Hartzel Road, Bunting Road to the west, and the Welland Canal to the east.

Things to See and Do in St. Catharines by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in St. Catharines.

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St. Catharines – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of St. Catharines, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Art Gallery of Ontario (Toronto), CN Tower (Toronto), Horseshoe Falls (Niagara Falls).

  • art gallery of ontario toronto35 milesN
    Famous Canadian art and Gehry renovation

    Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto

    The Art Gallery of Ontario, located in the heart of Toronto, is one of the most distinguished art museums in North America. With a collection exceeding 95,000 works, it offers a breathtaking panorama of artistic heritage, ranging from cutting-edge contemporary art...

  • cn tower toronto34 milesN
    Iconic tower with a revolving restaurant

    CN Tower, Toronto

    The CN Tower, an iconic landmark in Toronto, Canada, stands as a testament to both human ingenuity and the spirit of innovation. Soaring to a height of 553.3 meters, the tower held the title of the world's tallest free-standing structure for 32 years after its...

  • horseshoe falls niagara falls10 milesSE
    Natural attraction, Waterfall

    Horseshoe Falls, Niagara Falls

    Horseshoe Falls, also known as Canadian Falls, is an iconic natural wonder located in the city of Niagara Falls, Canada. This breathtaking waterfall is renowned for its distinctive curved shape that resembles a horseshoe, giving it its name.

  • harbourfront centre toronto34 milesN
    Museum, Art museum

    Harbourfront Centre, Toronto

    Harbourfront Centre, nestled on the vibrant waterfront of Toronto, Canada, is a cultural cornerstone that brings together a diverse blend of activities, arts, and educational programs. As a museum and much more, this dynamic venue has established itself as a unique...

  • skylon tower niagara falls9.7 miSE
    Waterfall views and a revolving eatery

    Skylon Tower, Niagara Falls

    The Skylon Tower is an iconic landmark soaring above the skyline of Niagara Falls, Canada. This impressive structure reaches a height of 160 meters (520 feet), offering breathtaking panoramic views of the famous waterfalls and the surrounding area.

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Best Time To Visit St. Catharines

Learn when is the best time to travel to St. Catharines weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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July and August are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in June and September.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in January and February. Most of it rains in June, September and November.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Cuisine

A guide to some of the best local dishes and drinks that you will meet in the region.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in St. Catharines?

The top attractions to visit in St. Catharines are:

What is the best time to visit St. Catharines?

July and August are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in June and September. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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