City: St. Catharines
Top Things to do in St. Catharines
Top 10 Things to do in St. Catharines, Canada
St. Catharines is the largest city in Canada's Niagara Region and the sixth largest urban area in Ontario, with 96.13 square kilometres (37.1 sq mi) of land and 133,113 residents in 2016. It lies in Southern Ontario, 51 kilometres (32 mi) south of Toronto across Lake Ontario, and is 19 kilometres (12 mi) inland from the international boundary with the United States along the Niagara River. It is the northern entrance of the Welland Canal. Residents of St. Catharines are known as St. Cathariners. St. Catharines carries the official nickname "The Garden City" due to its 1,000 acres (4 km) of parks, gardens and trails.
Restaurants in St. Catharines
1. Lakeside Park Carousel
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 636 reviews
Reviewed By RickandDenise9 - St. Catharines, Canada
This lovely carousel has been here for many, many years and is beautiful! It's a very fun ride for only 5 cents!
2. 13th Street Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 209 reviews
13th Street Winery specializes in small lot estate grown, hand-crafted table and sparkling wines. Since 1998, 13th Street Winery has continued to establish itself as one of the top small producers in the area, winning praise for its Gamay, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling and méthode traditionelle sparkling wines. Visit our tasting bar, art gallery and bakery boutique on Fourth Avenue in St. Catharines.
Reviewed By DarlaG74
A perfect place to stop and taste their wine. Nice shop and a great bakery!! Every Saturday of long weekends they have burgers! With amazing toppings, wine and dessert. They have live music - a real fun place to hang out!
3. Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 128 reviews
Located in Niagara’s Shorthills Bench appellation, Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery is owned and operated by brothers Paul, Matthew, and Daniel Speck. Visit our estate to taste iconic, award-winning wines in our historic tasting room, tour the underground barrel cellar, bring a picnic, or enjoy casual dining at the Coach House Cafe. Henry of Pelham is committed to minimizing its environmental footprint in the vineyard and winery and is certified by Sustainable Winemaking Ontario.
Reviewed By caba4blue - Toronto, Canada
We did a tasting and a tour - it was a really excellent experience. A great way to spend the afternoon with really knowledgeable staff and enthusiastic. The winery is in a beautiful setting with a lovely outside patio.
4. St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre at Lock 3
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 386 reviews
Reviewed By operalover939 - Toronto, Canada
The museum offers interesting insight into the history of St Catharines and the role that the Welland Canal played in its development. The attached Ontario Lacrosse Hall of Fame is quirky but engaging, at least to someone who as a teenager watched box lacrosse in Victoria. An unexpected bonus that we were able to watch from the viewing platform as the CSL Assiniboia passed through Lock 3. It fit in well with our timed visit, 1 1/2 hours to allow for cleaning between time slots.
5. Morningstar Mill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 150 reviews
Morning Star Mill and Decew Falls are closed temporarily during the COVID-19 pandemic 2020. The City of St. Catharines will update this listing when it is open again.
Reviewed By firecaptain217
Nothing short of brilliant how the friends of Morningstar Mill have restored it's working to allow those visitors of all ages to have a glimpse into the past, and unlock the history of how life was in the early years, for those living in Decew. Awesome.
6. Happy Rolph's Animal Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 250 reviews
Reviewed By RogerBowA1
A friendly, relaxing place to enjoy animals, nature and a nice walk. Friendly staff and a great place for parents to bring their children.
7. Sunset Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Please note that Sunset Beach is open only to Niagara Residents during the COVID-19 pandemic. Proof of residence will be checked on entry. BBQs are NOT permitted. Alcohol and smoking are NOT permitted Bags will be checked by security Dogs must be on leash at all times Sunset Beach is located along the shore of Lake Ontario on the Waterfront Trail and is in close proximity to the Welland Canals Parkway Trail. This park has 365 metres (1,200 feet) of sandy beach to enjoy. On August 24, 2015 City Council approved a request to change the name of Municipal Beach to Sunset Beach. Beach Amenities Parking (Capacity is 150 Cars and 10 Boat/Seadoo combos) Playground Picnic area Public boat launch ramp for small and personal watercrafts during the boating season within daylight hours Washrooms
Reviewed By Cathywatson9 - Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada
This beach is beautiful and well kept. A great place to watch the sunset, walk your dog, paddleboard, you can launch your boat or sea doo. Best beach in St. Catharines
8. Decew Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By daviddG8925YX - St. Catharines, Canada
Come and view the historic foundation of Decew House. This was Laura Secord's destination when she set out on her celebrated trek from Queenston over the rough terrain of the Niagara Escarpment in June of 1813 to warn the British military of an impending American attack. The foundation of DeCew House has been preserved as a memorial and a park site. Take the time to stroll down the road to see Morningstar Mill. Take a hike and view the mill and the old homestead.
9. Hernder Estate Wines
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 112 reviews
A Wine Lovers Paradise, open 7 days a week year round. Since covid we don't offer tastings but we do have wine flights, glass and bottle service on our licensed patio overlooking the vineyard. Coming in the winter? Enjoy our Cellar Room complete couches with fireplaces. We don't have a restaurant but we do have homemade flatbreads (we will be adding homemade soup in the winter). Our retail store is stocked with award winning vqa white wine, red wine, late harvest, icewine and fruit wines. We can even ship to your door throughout Canda. Getting married? Hernder's offers two locations for ceremonies as well as two reception rooms in our 1867 Victorian Barn complete with pine, stone and fireplaces. We do offer an all inclusive wedding package and our packages with pricing is available on www.hernder.com under Niagara Winery Weddings. We can accommodate car shows, anniversaries, birthdays or just a family reunion, just give us a call or email and let us help you with any event.
Reviewed By T1275BJalexandras - Thorold, Canada
This is a wonderful place where you can relax and enjoy a view and nature from the best patio in Niagara region. It is only few minutes drive from major highway. I felt like at home the way they treat their guests. Please note, there's no restaurant here only a wine store where you can order homemade flatbread or bring your own picnic basket and pair it with their wine.
10. Lakeside Park Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 137 reviews
Following Council direction City of St. Catharines beaches are restricted to Niagara residents only during the COVID-19 pandemic. Visitors may be searched on entry and adults (individuals 18 years of age and over) required to provide proof of residence. No BBQs No Smoking or Drinking on beach or in park Dogs must be on leash A picturesque beach on the south shore of Lake Ontario situated in historic Port Dalhousie. Stunning views of the Port Dalhousie harbour, lighthouse and the north shore of Lake Ontario. Beach Amenities Parking (Capacity is 80 Cars / 5 accessible spots) Playground Carousel Washrooms Snack bar Picnic area Volleyball courts Walking trail
Reviewed By RickandDenise9 - St. Catharines, Canada
Lakeside beach has picnic facilities, washrooms, grass play area ,a nice beach and free parking. Check the posts on the beach to see if swimming is recommended that day.
