Market Square: A Taste of St. Catharines
Explore the vibrant Market Square in St. Catharines—your go-to destination for fresh produce, artisanal goods, and local culture.
Market Square in St. Catharines is a vibrant farmers' market that offers visitors a delightful array of fresh produce, artisanal goods, and local delicacies. Open on Thursdays and Saturdays, it's the perfect spot to experience the local culture.
A brief summary to Market Square
- 91 King St, St. Catharines, Downtown, Ontario, L2R 3H6, CA
- +1905-688-5600
- Visit website
- Thursday 8 am-2 pm
- Saturday 7 am-2 pm
Local tips
- Arrive early on Saturdays for the best selection of fresh produce.
- Bring cash, as many vendors prefer it over credit cards.
- Don’t miss out on local baked goods; they often sell out quickly!
- Check the schedule for any special events or live music happening during your visit.
- Take your time to chat with the vendors; they have great stories and tips about their products.
Getting There
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Public Transit
To get to Market Square at 91 King St, St. Catharines from Niagara Falls, you can take the GO Transit bus from the Niagara Falls bus terminal. Board the bus heading towards St. Catharines. The journey will take approximately 30-40 minutes. Once you arrive at the St. Catharines bus terminal, exit the bus and walk towards King St. Turn left on King St and walk for about 5 minutes until you reach Market Square, which will be on your right.
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Walking
If you are in the Niagara Falls area and prefer to walk, you can start from the Niagara Falls Visitor Center. Head north on Falls Ave, then turn left onto Victoria Ave. Continue walking until you reach the intersection with the QEW highway. Cross the highway using the pedestrian bridge and continue on the path that leads to the Welland Canal. Follow the signs towards St. Catharines, which will eventually lead you to King St. After about a 1.5 to 2-hour walk, you will arrive at Market Square at 91 King St, St. Catharines.
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Bicycle
For those who are cycling, start from the Niagara Parkway and head towards the Welland Canal. Follow the bike path along the canal until you reach St. Catharines. Once you arrive in St. Catharines, make your way to King St. Follow King St until you reach Market Square at 91 King St. The entire journey will take approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on your cycling speed.
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Lundy's Lane Cemetery
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Battle Ground Hotel Museum
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Battlefield Park
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Whirlpool River Park
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Niagara Falls History Museum
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Niagara Whirlpool
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Unmissable attractions to see
Knox Presbyterian Church
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St. George's Anglican Church
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FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre
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3rd Welland Canal - Lock 5
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3rd Welland Canal - Lock 4
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Jaycee Gardens Park
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Royal Henley Park
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St. Catharines Museum & Welland Canals Centre
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Niagara Segway
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Welland Canal Lookout
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Canal Lock 3
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Welland Canal St.Catharine’s
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Rennie Park
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Lock 4
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Lakeside Park Carousel
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Essential places to dine
LIV Restaurant
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Restaurant Pearl Morissette
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Inn On The Twenty Restaurant
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Lake House Restaurant
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Queen's Coach Family Restaurant
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Tide and Vine Oyster House
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Pho Bowl Vietnamese Restaurant
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Casa Mia Ristorante
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Mick & Angelo's Kitchen + Bar
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Wildfire Grill House
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Vineland Estates Winery
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Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill
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Carpaccio Restaurant & Wine Bar
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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Outlet Collection at Niagara
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Unique Bowtique Gift Gallery
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Upper Canada Cheese Company
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Heritage Gift Shop
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
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Mojito House
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Hooligans Sports Bar
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Blue Lagoon
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WeinLoKaL
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Clancy's Restaurant and Bar
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R Bar
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Maple Leaf Tavern
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Ivan's Bar
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