Turn Your FIFA 2026 Trip Into a Niagara Benchlands Getaway

Discover Niagara Benchlands, close enough to Toronto, but a world away.

Heading to Toronto for FIFA World Cup 2026?

Just over an hour away, the Niagara Benchlands is where you can slow things down, catch your breath between matches, and experience some of Ontario’s best food, wine, and scenery.

Why You’ll Love Niagara Benchlands

Think rolling vineyards, charming small towns, and views along the Niagara Escarpment.

The Niagara Benchlands are best known for:

• Award-winning craft beverage including wineries, breweries and distilleries

• Relaxed, uncrowded experiences

• Scenic hiking and cycling routes

• Incredible local food – fresh, seasonal, and full of flavour

It’s everything you want after the energy of a big game day, close enough to Toronto, but a world away.

Things To Do (For Every Kind of Traveller)

Sip Your Way Through Wine Country

This is one of Canada’s top wine regions and it’s refreshingly laid-back.

Spend an afternoon:

• Tasting small-batch wines at boutique wineries

• Meeting local winemakers

• Enjoying vineyard views with a glass in hand

There are over 50 wineries to choose from, so you can go at your own pace, no rushing required.

Get Outside & Explore

Looking to stretch your legs between matches? You’ll find plenty of ways to get outdoors:

• Hike scenic trails at Ball’s Falls

• Bike between wineries

• Take in peaceful lakeshore views

The landscape here is part of a UNESCO biosphere, so it’s as beautiful as it is relaxing.

Fun for Families

Niagara Benchlands offers families an incredible range of natural landscapes to explore. Here are just a few of our favourite ways to play:

• Explore nearby nature trails and conservation areas

• Stop by the giant “Big Bench” photo spots

• Discover the story of Lincoln’s early settlers at the Lincoln Museum and Cultural Centre

• Visit local farms for pick-your-own season, nothing beats fresh strawberries

There’s something for everyone, kids included.

Where To Eat

Be sure to bring your appetite, the Niagara Benchlands is a foodie favourite.

A few must-try spots:

• Redstone Winery Restaurant – beautiful views and fresh local dishes

• Lake House Restaurant – relaxed lakeside dining

• RPM Bakehouse – artisan bake shop with seasonal dining

• Just Cooking – rustic Italian cuisine

• Revalee Brunch Café – perfect for your morning coffee stop

• August Restaurant – refined seasonal cuisine

• Inn on the Twenty Restaurant – elegant dining

Menus here are built around Niagara-grown ingredients, so every meal feels like part of the experience.

Where To Stay

Skip the busy hotels and settle into something a little more relaxing.

Choose from:

• Cozy bed & breakfasts

• Boutique inns

• Vineyard stays with stunning views

Wake up to vineyard views, fresh air, and a slower pace—it’s the reset you didn’t know you needed.

The Perfect Add-On to Your FIFA Trip

Here’s an easy way to plan your visit:

In Toronto:

• Catch the matches

• Enjoy the buzz of the city

In Niagara Benchlands (1–2 days):

• Wine tasting and great food

• Outdoor adventures

• Relax and recharge

You’ll get the energy of FIFA and the calm of countryside travel, all in one trip.

Make the Most of Your Visit

Big events bring big crowds, but your travel experience doesn’t have to feel rushed.

Niagara Benchlands is where you can:

• Slow down

• Eat well

• Explore something new

• And make your World Cup trip even more memorable

Ready to Explore?

When the final whistle blows, your adventure doesn’t have to end.

Come discover the Niagara Benchlands and see a different side of Ontario.