Most people who live in Ontario call St. Catharines by its nickname, “The Garden City”. If you have ever visited the city, you will definitely understand why. The lush and colorful flower gardens evident in St. Catharines have a strong and lasting visual appeal to first time visitors and locals alike. Historically, St. Catharines stands out for its participation in the Underground Railroad, which helped those black Americans involved in slavery get started again in a country where there was no slavery. The Welland Canal System is a fascinating sight, and the St. Catharines Museum, located at Lock 3 on the system, houses a viewing platform where visitors can observe ships as they go through the locks.
The Niagara Sky Wheel in St. Catharines allows visitors to take a ride on the biggest observation wheel in Canada. You can see Niagara Falls as well as both the Horseshoe and America Falls. The Niagara River and Niagara Parks can also be admired from the 175-foot Sky Wheel. Just outside of St. Catherine’s, you will find the Creekside Estate winery, well known for its Shiraz variety of wine. Restaurants in St. Catharines make good use of this fine wine. You will find that it is served frequently to their patrons. Hotels in St. Catharines are located downtown, midtown, and on the very edge of town. Since St. Catharines is located only around 10 miles from the Niagara Falls, the area hotels do tend to fill up rather fast. Book your discount hotel in advance by choosing to let EasyToBook.com find a room for you at a price that will surprise you.