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Best of Niagara Falls Canada Small Group Boat and Behind Falls

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After a hotel pickup, head to the central part of Niagara Falls with a guide, who will provide a detailed tour of the Canadian side of the falls, offering stories, history and fun facts along the way. Start with an exciting ride up to the observation deck at the top of the Skylon Tower. Enjoy the incredible view of the Niagara River and all three waterfalls — the American, Bridal Veil and Horseshoe Falls from 520 feet in the air. Then it’s down the elevator and off to the lookout point at the brink of the Horseshoe Falls, arguably the most popular spot to see the falls rolling over the edge of a cliff.Next, experience the Journey Behind the Falls excursion, where the sound is like thunder and the view is unparalleled. See the Horseshoe Falls rumble from 13 stories above — dropping over 700,000 gallons of water every second at 40 miles per hour. Then, during summer and fall months, take a Hornblower cruise for an up-close look at the falls. In winter and spring months, enjoy the Butterfly Conservatory and Niagara Fury. Afterward, continue to the Whirlpool Rapids, the largest series of standing waves in North America, and a look at the Niagara Parks Floral Clock, a unique timepiece that has been photographed almost as often as Niagara Falls.Should hunger strike along the way, there are a number of food stands to grab a quick snack or beverage.

Overview

After a hotel pickup, head to the central part of Niagara Falls with a guide, who will provide a detailed tour of the Canadian side of the falls, offering stories, history and fun facts along the way.

Start with an exciting ride up to the observation deck at the top of the Skylon Tower. Enjoy the incredible view of the Niagara River and all three waterfalls — the American, Bridal Veil and Horseshoe Falls from 520 feet in the air.

Then it’s down the elevator and off to the lookout point at the brink of the Horseshoe Falls, arguably the most popular spot to see the falls rolling over the edge of a cliff.

Next, experience the Journey Behind the Falls excursion, where the sound is like thunder and the view is unparalleled. See the Horseshoe Falls rumble from 13 stories above — dropping over 700,000 gallons of water every second at 40 miles per hour.

Then, during summer and fall months, take a Hornblower cruise for an up-close look at the falls. In winter and spring months, enjoy the Butterfly Conservatory and Niagara Fury. Afterward, continue to the Whirlpool Rapids, the largest series of standing waves in North America, and a look at the Niagara Parks Floral Clock, a unique timepiece that has been photographed almost as often as Niagara Falls.

Should hunger strike along the way, there are a number of food stands to grab a quick snack or beverage.

Itinerary

  • Niagara Falls Canada

    Majestic Niagara Falls.

    30 minutes
  • Journey Behind the Falls

    Journey Behind the Falls

    1 hour
    Admission Included
  • Skylon Tower

    Skylon Tower - Observation Deck

    45 minutes
    Admission Included
  • Boat cruise ride into the mist of the Falls aboard Hornblower Niagara Cruises.

    Please Note: Niagara City Cruises Voyage To The Falls Boat Tour is seasonal, operating April- November only, replaced with admission to Niagara's Fury and Butterfly Conservatory in the winter months.

    1 hour
    Admission Included
  • Floral Clock

    The intricate designs on the face of the Floral Clock are created with up to 16,000 carpet bedding plants and are changed twice each year. The planted face of the Floral Clock is maintained by Niagara Parks horticulture staff, while the mechanism inside is kept in working order by Ontario Hydro.

Location

Meeting Point Map

Address

5400 Robinson St, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 7T8, Canada

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Experience

Highlights

  • Comprehensive tour of the Canadian side of Niagara Falls
  • Experience the Journey Behind the Falls for a look at the tunnels beneath and behind the waterfalls
  • Round-trip hotel transport included
  • Small-group tour limited to seven people provides a more personalized experience
  • Inclusions

    • Admission to Journey Behind the Falls and Skylon Tower
    • Professional guide & Narration
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off in the downtown Niagara Falls area
    • Transport by minivan
    • Admission to Voyage To The Falls Boat Tour (seasonal, operating April-November only)

    Exclusions

    • Food and drinks (available for purchase)
    • Gratuities (optional)
    • Parking

    Additional Information

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Please note: Voyage To The Falls Boat Tour is seasonal and will operate until November for the 2023 season. When not operating, it will be replaced with another attraction.
    • All attractions are wheelchair accessible
    • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
    • For the 2023 season, the Voyage To The Falls Boat schedule is as follows: May 6 - June 13 Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays 10am-6:20pm June 17 - November 27 Daily 8:30am-8:30pm

    Guide Languages

    • English

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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    4.8 / 5

    4.84 out of 5 stars

    Based on 2546 reviews

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    I4013IKkathrynb
    What a GREAT day! And it was foggy and overcast! This was our first time visiting Niagara Falls and while the weather was not perfect, that did not prevent our tour guide, Alex from giving a great tou...
    Anna_T
    We had a great time. It’s our first time here in Niagara Falls, our tour guide is Ms. Leila is such a sweet amazing lady. She is so knowledgable about the area. I’m such a history buff and I really ap...

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