Niagara Falls Canada - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)
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The crashing waters of Niagara Falls—comprising two American falls and one Canadian—are truly a sight to behold. Get up close on a boat ride (be prepared to get soaked!), enjoy amazing aerial views from the Skylon Tower or on a helicopter tour, stroll along the White Water Walk, or hit the Journey Behind the Falls attraction that offers views of the falls from below and behind. Adventure seekers can also go zip-lining, jet-boating, hiking and cycling with the falls as the backdrop. For a truly magical experience, stay after dark when the falls are illuminated. For peak water flow, visit between June and August. – Tripadvisor
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584 within 3 miles
Milestones
1,283
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Morton's Grille
872
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Turtle Jack's Niagara Falls
299
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Bar • Canadian • Vegetarian Friendly
Table Rock House Restaurant
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189 ft$$ - $$$ • Canadian • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Il Gelato di Carlotta Niagara Falls
218
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CopaCabana Brazilian Steakhouse
1,401
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Zappi's Pizza and Pasta, Italian Eatery
1,361
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Canadian
Horseshoe Landing Patio
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241 ft$$ - $$$ • Canadian
Frontier BBQ & Smokehouse
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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Fallsview/Embassy Suites
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Attractions
207 within 6 miles
Table Rock Welcome Centre
2,332
172 ftVisitor Centers
Horseshoe Falls
2,860
330 ftPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Waterfalls
Journey Behind the Falls
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202 ftPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Geologic Formations
Niagara's Fury
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373 ftAmusement & Theme Parks
Niagara Parks Welcome Centre
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Niagara Fallsview Casino
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Minolta Tower Centre
16
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Niagara Parks Power Station
117
0.3 miSpeciality Museums
Cave of the Winds
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Bridal Veil Falls
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  • LoJo466
    Bayville, New Jersey400 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is the side….
    You want to be on. And stay at embassy suites falls view by Hilton. Don’t look no farther, choose the Canadian side. You can easily walk across the bridge n explore the US side, it’s only a half an hour away. Go for it! You got this.
    Visited April 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written April 25, 2023
  • Jane N
    London, United Kingdom970 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A Must See
    It's a fantastic sight, the amount of water going over the falls is tremendous. You must also do the boat which goes right up to the falls - you will get wet! However, you get up and close to the American Falls as well. The town itself is tacky but the area around the Falls is lovely. Take your time to look around and view the Falls from different places.
    Visited September 2022
    Written May 5, 2023
  • Shoequeen99
    Bradford, United Kingdom6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Unmissable experience - Niagara Falls was amazing
    We recently visited Toronto and no visit would have been complete without seeing Niagara Falls. We looked at going independently but were recommended to use Get Your Guide by a friend so did this. From start to finish the process was easy. We only booked the night before but the communication was excellent. Our guide was called Kaleb and he was excellent. He shared his knowledge of the area and kept us all entertained. As we were visiting out of season we avoided the crowds so 4 hours at the falls was just perfect, the sun even made an appearance. Take a packed lunch as food outlets are limited and quite expensive. Definitely do the Hornblower experience though you really experience the power of the falls from up close. Excellent value for money.
    Visited March 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written May 8, 2023
  • Chris F
    Cary, North Carolina32 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Allow a Day for Canadian Side and be Sure to Buy Combination Passes
    Spent second day of our trip visiting Niagara Falls on the Canadian side. Definitely want to buy one of the combination passes that includes WeGo busses, incline railway, Journey Behind the Falls, The Fury, the Power Station, the Tunnel, White water Walk, Aero Car. All great but could have passed on the Fury. Bus transportation and Incline were huge pluses particularly with our hotel (Embassy Suites) at the very end. Went with the middle pass but you can go one higher which includes more but for the money, the middle one was perfect for us. Walked from Rainbow Bridge to our hotel and back on leaving, even with suitcase. Lots of chain restaurants but hard to find local cuisine. Did have pizza at Zippys one night.
    Visited May 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written May 27, 2023
  • professoressadarte
    Staunton, Virginia301 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lots to see at Niagara
    We loved experiencing Niagara Falls. We did the boat ride and behind the falls, but there are other quality places to visit nearby, as well as a midway with games and go carts for those who want those activities, and a bus system to take you there. Our hotel room had a great view and it was interesting to watch the changes with different light at different times of day.
    Visited June 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written June 10, 2023
  • DougManchester
    Poynton, United Kingdom177 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Just Wow
    I have seen this on YouTube and in photos but you have to see it in person as it’s truly awe inspiring and you get such a feeling of the power of the water. We went early on a Sunday as it gets quite busy after lunchtime. It’s definitely one ticked off my bucket list!
    Visited June 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written June 12, 2023
  • Karen
    36 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing
    We parked in the big lot at goat island. Horseshoe falls, American Falls and Bridal Veil falls can all be seen here. Goat Island is also where Cave of the Winds is located. The trolley for $3 each will take you to Maid of the Mist and more awesome views. The very best views are from the Canadian side. Also on the Canadian side is the cute little town of Niagara on the Lake. The earlier you can get there in the mornings the less crowded. Only an awesome God could have created something so amazing.
    Visited June 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written June 19, 2023
  • Chris2pher50
    Sharon, Pennsylvania18 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fantastic stay!
    Upon arrival as always, greeted with a smile and the warm chocolate chip cookies! This is always the best place to stay! The staff is very helpful and attentive! I hotel is very clean and kept that way on a continuous basis. All the attractions are within walking distance and you can even try you luck in the Casino. Only one downfall I can think of at this property, you have to pay for parking of your vehicle during your stay.
    Visited June 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written June 24, 2023
  • Ann-Marie
    Harlow, United Kingdom10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing experience
    The falls are stunning and definitely nice to view from both the American and Canadian sides (I personally think it’s prettier from the Canadian side)! Fireworks at night are great too! Lots to do in the area but all quite expensive! I would highly recommend heading to the falls! Go on a boat tour, do the journey beyond the falls tunnels and visit the American side! All give great but different views!
    Visited June 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written June 25, 2023
  • PSimms
    712 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful falls
    Must see at least once in your life. Beautiful falls. Very touristy and commercialized. But still beautiful to visit. I would recommend the Canadian side. But it’s probably still pretty from the American side because they have a 1/2 bridge going out to see them. Canadian side looks at the falls straight on.
    Visited June 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written June 28, 2023
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Kathy
19 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
A sight to behold
Dec 2019
Beautiful Falls! We took the behind the falls tour. It is priced at a very reasonable rate. The lower deck was closed due to weather, however, you do get to view the falls up close and personable through an opened window and opened area. You can feel the power of the falls vibrating the walls of the tunnels. The water is a beautiful color that is due to the minerals that are in it. Make sure to bring your camera for great photo opportunities. There were a lot of people on the day we visited but we were still able to go through in a short period of time so it is not an all day event.
Written January 9, 2020
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Rae R
Moretown, VT179 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
AWESOME power
Jan 2020
We stayed within walking distance and walked to and around the falls twice while we were there. Being the second week of January ,the was no crowd to speak of. The falls/river were not iced over but all the fencing around was coated. It was an 8 hour drive from vermont but it is worth the drive,espically with the lights on at night so pretty,so powerful!!
Written January 22, 2020
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Ken G
Brampton, Canada4 contributions
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Vacation Time
Aug 2020 • Couples
My wife and myself live in Brampton about 1 hour and 20 minutes away from the falls and we often visit the falls as we enjoy the walk along Niagara Parkway watching the American and Canadian Falls.

When you get along the Canadian Falls you often get a nice mist that keeps you cool and slightly wet, which is amazing on a Hot Day. You simply can never get bored of the falls... well if you stay for more than 3 days you might as you seen it to many times day after day lol! 2 days max is good.

If you want to pay for premium food restaurants and want the experience than Clifton Hills and Victoria Ave will give you that. Just come knowing your budget will need to be a few hundred dollars per day for 2 people.

If you want a discount trip with experience I recommend the restaurants and outlets down Lundy’s Lane past on or after Drummond Rd. That will save you a few hundred dollars.

I also recommend a trip to Niagara on The Lake... a good intersection is Queen St and King St. If you google it you will find it. Spectacular views and shops here. Great place to hang out if you stay for a few days.

Cheers!
Written August 23, 2020
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Eduardo
El Salvador23 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Pouring Memories
Nov 2020
I went during covid times, so all business along the Falls were closed.
If you go while still there is daylight, you can see the birds swaying in the wind. At night, they become shining particles, burning on and off.

Unforgettable the first time that you saw the falls at night, the brilliance of
the lightning and the colorful haze sync to create an atmospheric place to breathe.
Written December 2, 2020
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Aroon Aimen
Toronto, Canada8 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Breathtaking, fun, repeater
Sep 2020
Absolute must for everyone. I think these falls are one of the most beautiful sights in the whole country. Go early morning at sunrise, when the air is so fresh and the area is not crowded yet. Make sure to take a boat ride into the falls, and heads up for starbucks goers, the prices are quite a bit higher than locations outside falls area.
Written September 5, 2020
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screen_name_goesheer
Winnipeg, Canada19 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
So much water!
Jul 2019 • Couples
The tumble of the water over the falls was mesmerizing. Part of me had to resist the urge to leap over the lip along with all that water. The view is free and open to the public, but if you want to park nearby, prepare to pay a premium. If you are OK with walking a bit, it gets cheaper further away.
Written April 11, 2020
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270Katie
London, UK17 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Breathtaking
Jan 2020 • Family
Visited recently at the beginning of January 2020 and even though it was cold we wrapped up warm. The views and falls are stunning I’ve been here on several occasions and always enjoy my stay. Lots of nice places to eat and loads of activities and attractions I thoroughly enjoyed myself.
Written February 12, 2020
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Suzanne Walker 39
Markham, Canada372 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Best mist free view of the Falls is by the Oakes Hotel.
Dec 2020 • Business
Only 5% of Tourists are here now, walking around enjoying socially distancing in a covid free zone. Great Hotel prices throughout the Falls though up to $50 extra parking costs per day may have you staying at Cadillac Motel for hassle free parking included. Some Restaurants like Bravo have closed for good like many small Business. Public bathrooms only existed at the Canada Outlet Mall with one person allowed in at a time Guarded by Security. Tim Hortons and McDonalds allowed customer washroom facilities. Great vacation stay overall with very Friendly Locals as per usual. Many Thanks.
Written December 22, 2020
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Andy3838
Sarver, PA447 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Falls are Awesome, Should be a National Park
Feb 2020
I wish I could split this into two reviews. My first review is of the falls. They are amazing, I have never seen anything that compares to them. I could sit and watch them for hours in awe of their power and grandness. It makes me sad that humans were able to come and turn it into a tourist attraction before society had the foresight to protect places like this by turning them into national parks. Can you imagine how spectacular these falls would look inside an undisturbed natural landscape? It would without a doubt be one of the best national parks in the world. To see these massive waterfalls and the gorge with raging rapids flowing through them would be something unforgettable.

This brings me to the other part of my review, the town of Niagara Falls. Everytime I come here it feels more and more like Las Vegas East. Gaudy casinos and tourist attractions line the streets. Souvenir shops are everywhere. I hate that instead of being surrounded by nature these waterfalls have casino signs and hotels as a backdrop. At least on the American side a state park acts as a small buffer from development but you can't escape that these falls now exist to sell things to tourists.
Written February 19, 2020
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Brandon
Pittsburgh, PA475 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Falling For Canada
Jul 2022 • Couples
The view from Canada is gorgeous. The falls are a true sight to be seen. I recommend buying one of the passes they offer to really get a bang for your buck and the WEGO bus system is a true asset.
Written July 4, 2022
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