Holiday House Tour

 

 

General Day Tour: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (extended hours) $30^*

The Rotary Club of Niagara-on-the-Lake Annual Holiday House Tour features six beautiful homes seasonally decorated by professional designers, 4 local landmarks, the 225th-anniversary celebrations of St. Andrew's Church, three wineries offering complimentary wine tastings, and special luncheon offerings! It's the most attended house tour in the region!

 

 

• The first and second floors
• Spacious third-floor guest suites
• Complimentary sparkling wine
• Complimentary warm beverages served outdoors
• Magically illuminated estate grounds with Reindeer Stables, Santa’s Workshop and Canine Manor
• Special gift
• Carollers strolling through the grounds 
• Nativity scene

 

 

 

 

 

 

Will there be long line-ups at the McArthur House? The McArthur Estate line-up will have divided entries this year to reduce wait times.

How does the tour work? Where do we start? This is a self-guided tour. You can start at any of the six main houses to get your wristband and your printed booklet with the map of sites. Once you have your wristband, you can view the sites in any order you wish. Many of the properties are close together and easily walkable if you are fully mobile, however, some distances will require a vehicle. There is plenty of parking in town and in the area but individual homes will have limited street parking so plan your route accordingly. There is a link to download a pdf of the booklet with the map on this page, so you have a starting point. 

Can I buy tickets at the event or at the NOTL Golf Club? This year, tickets are available ONLINE ONLY. There will only be information at the Golf Club Headquarters.

Is my General ticket valid for both days? YES, you can use your General ticket for both days between 9:30 am and 4:30 pm but please leave your wristband on. You may attend both days of the General Day Tour with your VIP ticket, but only one evening Winter Wonderland Tour at the specific time on your ticket.

How much are the VIP tickets? VIP tickets are $60* each if purchased on or before October 31st. After that date, they are $70*. The VIP price includes all the sites on the General Day Tour as well. There is one specific time for the evening VIP tour which will show on your ticket. 

 

 

Can I upgrade my General ticket to a VIP ticket? If you purchase General tickets but want to 'upgrade' just email us and we will refund your General Ticket purchase. Then, you can re-order the correct tickets. There are limited numbers of VIP tickets and they go fast, so don't hesitate!

 

Are there line-ups? Unfortunately, there are line-ups at some of the homes. This is a very popular event and we do our best to minimize line-ups but please allow 30 minutes at some of the houses. Sometimes changing the order of the homes from the listed order can help. 

 

Can I bring my pet? Sorry but there are no pets allowed in any of the homes.

 

What shoes should I wear? All houses have a 'shoes off' policy so it is advisable to wear shoes that slip on and off easily. Also, you will be standing for long periods so something comfortable is advised.

 

Can I take photos inside or outside the homes? Photography inside the homes is not allowed except for individuals who have received prior permission for marketing or news purposes. You may take photographs of the homes‘ exteriors. 

 

How and where do I enter the draw for door prizes? If you wish to enter to win the door prizes, there will be volunteers taking information electronically at each home. The door prizes are listed in the Holiday House Tour booklet.