Location: Niagara Falls
Top Things to do in Niagara Falls
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Niagara Falls, New York (NY)
A popular spot for getting wowed or soaked amid natural splendor, Niagara Falls attracts curious spectators and adventurous honeymooners from around the world. The splendid main attraction - more than six million feet of water cascading over a rocky crest - sits partially in the United States and partially in Canada. The U.S. side has recently been busy promoting other activities to lure visitors. Venues like the Aquarium of Niagara offer parents fun and engaging alternatives for kids, after or in between visits to the Falls. Outdoor recreation such as hiking, biking, fishing and camping can be found at the Niagara Falls State Park. The storied history of attempts to conquer the majestic Falls is captured at the Daredevil Museum; the Schoellkopf Museum concentrates on the history and geology. There's more to the Falls than, well, the Falls, including a wide array of dining and lodging options, from budget to upscale. This awe-inspiring region makes for an exhilarating and multi-faceted getaway
Restaurants in Niagara Falls
1. Loxstock and Barrel
2. Niagara Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7,961 reviews
Three magnificent falls, two American and one Canadian, mark the point at which the Niagara River rumbles over the Niagara Escarpment.
Reviewed By Alpana-traveltern - Lucknow, India
An awe inspiring natural wonder, made all the more inviting due to the ease of access and the all round service and facilities. The beauty and grandeur of the falls is in no way diminished by the presence of thousands of daily tourists, perhaps they only add to the overall feeling of excitement.
3. Devil's Hole State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 247 reviews
Reviewed By johnsA3073BZ - Buffalo, United States
09/06/2020. My continued pandemic hikes around the region lead us to Devil’ Hole State Park. The day was great, sunny and about 70 degrees. The trail is extensive and to say the least not boring. Most of it is tree covered so you will not have a hot sun beating down on you during your hike. I would definitely wear hike boots if you have some and bring some water to drink. The trail has numerous steps, up and down my iPhone tracked us at 30 flights and about 5 miles round trip. You can definitely spend less time than that if you so desire. I would start you trip on the North side of the trail facing the Power Generating plant. Take the steps down and hike southward along the gorge and the rushing rapids as you hear the sounds of the mighty Niagara River. One can continue on until you get to the bottom of the whirlpool gorge where you can sit along the shoreline as the rushing water goes by you. Overhead you can see the Aero car taking sightseers across the whirlpool gorge. Make your way back using the whirlpool steps and take the upper trail back to your car in the parking lot.
4. Niagara Falls USA Official Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 314 reviews
The Niagara Falls USA Official Visitor Center is operated by Destination Niagara USA and conveniently located in the heart of the downtown Niagara Falls tourist district, just steps from Niagara Falls State Park. We offer an array of services to enhance your visit to Niagara Falls USA including areas maps and brochures, itinerary planning assistance, tour referrals, public restrooms and free WiFi, along with gifts and souvenirs. Free 30 minute parking is available in the parking lot adjacent to the Visitor Center at the corner of First Street and Rainbow.
Reviewed By 731pattiec
There were pamphlets and information to take but the best part were the nice people working there. You could ask any questions and they knew the answer. It was also very clean.
5. Whirlpool State Park
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4.5 based on 551 reviews
Reviewed By 406jenniferp - Youngstown, United States
This was my first visit to the park. There are quite a few stairs to get down to the gorge. The views are picturesque and you can really appreciate the beautiful scenery. I would plan for at least a 1 1/2-2 hr. visit and hike on a cooler day. I highly recommend Whirlpool State Park and plan on visiting again.
6. Niagara Falls State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,392 reviews
A huge expanse of natural beauty, this oldest state park in the U.S. offers biking, fishing and cross-country skiing, and contains plenty of hiking and walking trails, including the Niagara Gorge Trail System, which affords great views of both the falls and the gorge.
Reviewed By mlevison1 - Teaneck, United States
We spent two days in Niagara Falls; One day on the American side and one day on the Canadian side. Both have a lot to offer and both are beautiful. While you can see the three falls by walking the trails within a state park on the New York side, you can also see these same three falls from the Canadian side by walking the pathway. From the New York side, the view is on top of the falls while the view from Canada is across the falls; each has its rewards and the same is true of both trips to the Falls in a boat (Maid of the Mist or Hornblower)
7. Niagara Gorge Trail
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4.5 based on 264 reviews
Reviewed By roberttZ1409KK
I grew up here as pre-teen in the early 1950s before the Robert Moses projects, exploring the gorge.
8. Hyde Park
9. Three Sisters Island
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4.5 based on 524 reviews
Reviewed By N4156PHbillb - Pueblo, United States
We have visited Niagara Falls several times over the years and it seems to change slightly by season but this is the first time we visited Three Sisters Island. The amount of water flowing down the river made this trip different from the others. Access the island through Niagara State Park was easy...bypass the paid parking area and go straight to the island where parking is free. The paths on the island are wide and not crowded. The view from the island to the top of the Horseshoe Falls is truly incredible. Great place to spend an hour.
10. The Book Corner
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
