Guelph travel guide
Guelph Tourism | Guelph Guide
You're Going to Love Guelph
With a population of 115,760, Guelph is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Guelph has to offer.
Where to Eat in Guelph
If you’re looking for affordable options, PJ's Restaurant in the Atrium (School Of Hospitality and Tourism Management, University of Guelph) and The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Guelph (49 Clair Rd E) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Beertown Public House - Guelph (433 Stone Rd W Unit 8) and Milestones Grill + Bar - Guelph (185 Stone Rd W) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Guelph.
When to visit Guelph
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Guelph in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 19.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 3.8″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Guelph, with an average rainfall of 2″.
How to Get to Guelph
Plane
When flying to Guelph, you’ll arrive at Toronto Kitchener-Waterloo (YKF), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Guelph from the United States departs from New York and takes around 1h 45m.
Train
VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Guelph, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Guelph to Ottawa takes 3h 49m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $40 for a 4h 10m trip. The train station in Guelph is called Guelph Central Station, and is located 0.5 miles from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Guelph is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 44 miles from Guelph. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and Ace, among others, in Toronto.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Guelph, including Rider Express, Bus and FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Guelph takes 130 miles and will cost you around $17. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $19 for a journey of 220 miles.
Airports near Guelph
Airlines serving Guelph
Where to stay in Guelph
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Guelph and Comfort Inn Guelph.
Where to stay in popular areas of Guelph
Most booked hotels in Guelph
Renting a car in Guelph
Renting a car in Guelph costs $50 per day, on average, or $150 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Toronto Pearson Intl.
Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in Guelph (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.69 and $83.58. The most frequently booked car type in Guelph is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Nissan Altima or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.