Location: Niagara Falls
Top Things to do in Niagara Falls
What to do and see in Niagara Falls, New York (NY): The Best Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers
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. Maid of the Mist
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5.0 based on 5,337 reviews
The Maid of the Mist will open for the 2021 season on Thursday April 29th. Trips depart daily from Niagara Falls State Park at Prospect Point, Niagara Falls, New York. The 20 minute tour takes passengers in front of the American Falls and into the basin of the Horseshoe Falls. souvenir rain ponchos included.
2. Cave of the Winds
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5.0 based on 6,081 reviews
This exciting tour outfits you in a hooded raincoat and takes you into a cave and then along a catwalk near the foot of the falls for an up-close, wet and very rewarding view of the thunderous, cascading waters.
Reviewed By Kierab2013
This was such a cool experience! My family and I walked to this attraction from the Rainbow Bridge. This tour had been much lower on our To-Do list, when it should have been at the top! We went on a Monday in late August and did NOT purchase our tickets ahead of time. We purchased our tickets when we got to the stand for the next available tour that day, which ended up being in 10 minutes. We didn't have to wait long at all! You get a quick history review about the area via a room like a museum, then watch a short video about the area. Finally, you get a poncho and velcro sandals (you can keep them or recycle afterwards) and then you're set to start your self-paced tour! Keep in mind there is no where to keep your belongings except with/on you (I wore a giant backpack under my poncho and most everything stayed dry inside it - they don't allow food or drinks, except water but they said if they don't see the food then it's fine). If you don't want to get drenched, avoid the Hurricane Deck. You will get great views of the American and Bridal Veil Falls and a slight view of the Horseshoe Falls (but for that I recommend walking a bit further from where you bought the tickets to view the top of the horseshoe falls).
3. Gray Line of Niagara Falls/Buffalo
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5.0 based on 3,285 reviews
Recently named as the new Gray Line affiliates for Niagara Falls, New York, Ontario and Buffalo, NY. Formed in 1996, Gray Line Niagara Falls operates as a local full-service bi-national receptive tour, transportation and travel management organization. The company offers domestic-international sightseeing tours, airport transfers, wine tours, regional and interstate chartered bus and shuttle service, as well as concierge assistance.
4. Escape Niagara
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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.
5. Niagara Falls
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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.
6. Devil's Hole State Park
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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.
7. Niagara Falls State Park
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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)
8. Bridal Veil Falls
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4.5 based on 901 reviews
One of the American falls.
Reviewed By deebug2470 - Pittsburgh, United States
We enjoyed seeing these falls during our trip. It’s gorgeous the way the falls crash onto the rocks below. We got an up close view when we did the Cave of winds tour as well as the maid of mist boat tour. They can be seen from the viewing areas in the park as well.
9. 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.
10. Niagara Scenic Tours
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4.5 based on 232 reviews
Reviewed By 88JJ - Cary, United States
Beautiful experience. Every time I visit , it does give me a fresh feeling. nature at its best I would say , even if some says the ricer and fall are artificial.
