Location: Niagara Falls
Top Things to do in Niagara Falls
The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day 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. Aplus Xpress Transportations
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
We provide best service in Niagara Falls. Flat rates to all airports, clean cabs, Professional drivers 24 X 7. Always on Time Anywhere, Anytime. Reliable, Professional and Friendly Service.
Reviewed By SallyM896
We booked online for a taxi from Buffalo to Niagara Falls, on a recommendation. On Monday 22nd May our flight was delayed and we phoned to let them know. The driver, Dan, was waiting at baggage collection, and was very helpful. He drove us to Niagara telling us lots of useful information about the area. We booked our return journey for Wednesday morning, and Dan arrived in plenty of time for our flight. We can highly recommend this service, and a big thank you to Dan for looking after us.
3. Escape Niagara
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 31 reviews
CAN YOU SOLVE THE UNSOLVABLE? It’s up to you and your team…can you complete your task in under an hour!? FIND CLUES & SOLVE PUZZLES! Clues, codes, puzzles and hidden artifacts are placed in each room which you must use your wits, sleuthing skills and teamwork to unlock each mystery! Can you escape? Book your adventure today!
Reviewed By mommusega - Williamsburg, United States
My family loves escape the room venues. For this one it was mom and dad, a 14 year old and 11 year old. We chose to do the speakeasy al Capone room. Of the three options this was the most family friendly (the other two are a zombie room and a horror/saw movie reference). As far as difficulty the horror room is easiest, then the speakeasy, and zombie room is hardest. The puzzles were similar to other escape rooms—find the clues, do some decoding, lots of guessing. You are given 3 clues so you can ask for help. We used 2. However the gentleman gave us lots of hints when we were completely off track. Couldn’t have done it without his help. All members had a great time and we escaped! Setting is great too—good location right next to old falls street. It’s in an old bank basement so it feels appropriately authentically creepy. Can recommend.
4. Niagara Aerospace Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By BillK455 - Spencerport, United States
Wanted to get away for my birthday and decided to go to Niagara Falls to see the aerospace museum which focuses on the aviation history of upstate NY and includes actual aircraft from Curtiss Wright, Bell Aerospace and the Consolidated Aircraft Co. They had a unique one of a kind Cunningham-Hall GA-36 built in Rochester NY (was first plane to feature double motion wing flaps devised to lower landing speeds and not flying speeds) which was exciting to see as well as an actual control panel used by a mission controller during the Apollo moon missions. I love space so it was nice to see what items they had including a Lunar Ascent Engine and Rocket Belt (like seen in "Thunderball"). The place includes a few nice helicopters and lots of items celebrating the aviation history of NY. Being on the airport grounds, you might get lucky to see various planes taking off or landing. Highly recommended museum for history and aviation buffs.
5. 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.
6. Niagara Wine Trail USA
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4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By staecya - Buffalo, United States
Just completed a private Niagara Wine Trail tasting tour as a couple - what a kick! Booked the tour through Amore di Vino Tours - Denise was wonderful in helping us book this trip. Our driver - Harold - was polite, friendly and engaging and arrived early to pick us up. The car he drove was clean and comfortable and roomy enough for us to purchase wine all along our tour. We booked a 7 hour tour and visited 8 wineries (Freedom Run - Arrowhead - Victorianbourg - A Gust of Son - Schulze - Spring Lake - Leonard Oakes and Flight of Five). Our tour included lunch for two along with a cheese tray and desserts. We both went with salads which were fantastic! The cheese and dessert trays remained untouched until we got home but both were good and contained way more than we could eat. This was a beautiful drive through WNY countryside and had fantastic views and small towns to see on our travels. This was our first time wine tasting and couldn't be happier!
7. The Book Corner
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
8. St. Mary of the Cataract R. C. Parish
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By N4156PHbillb - Pueblo, United States
We attempted to visit the Parish a number of times during our 4 day stay in Niagara Falls. We went back on Sunday during the scheduled mass and found it open. We stayed for mass and were able to see much of the interior beauty before they closed the sanctuary. This and other religious institutions have suffered from vandalism and stolen artifacts so they were forced to lock the doors when there isn't mass scheduled. Truly a shame as the interior is beautiful. The pipe organ is absolutely stunning and as we were there for mass heard it played. Incredible!
9. The Reef Beach Club & Pool
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
The Reef Beach Club provides fun and excitement for everyone, families and couples alike. Jump into Niagara Falls, USA's most exciting indoor pool, relax in our two enormous hot tubs, or just enjoy our comfortable lounge area. The children will enjoy swimming, and experience our 3,000 gallon live shark tank and coral reef lagoon viewing tank.The Reef also offers children's birthday parties!
Reviewed By bonniee212 - Myrtle Beach, United States
I was mesmerized by the salt water fish tanks - one with beautiful fish and a guide to identify them (education with fun, parents), and the other with small stingrays and sharks. All were very active. I went mid-week and was the only person in the pool. Water temp is a bit cool, but the pool is quite large - more than typical at a lot of hotels.
10. HydroSpa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
With the breathtaking Niagara Falls just steps away, enjoy this peaceful and unique spa experience for ultimate stress reduction, designed with your well-being in mind. Located inside Sheraton At The Falls, HydroSpa allows its guests the opportunity to create their own spa experience with six individual automated treatment zones, while enjoying the relaxing sounds of nature.
