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One of the most famous attractions in Niagara Falls is its waterfalls, known globally as one of the world’s foremost natural wonders and North America’s largest falls. Straddling the Canadian province of Ontario and American state of New York, Niagara Falls draws tourists from across the globe to see the gigantic natural wonder and experience its beauty up-close with a boat ride on the Maid of the Mist. Alternatively, helicopter and zipline rides are available for daredevils looking to appreciate the magnitude of the site from a new perspective, while calmer routes around the city can be utilised by renting a bike and cycling to nearby wineries and restaurants that overlook the cascading falls.

The first European sighting of Niagara Falls was said to be by French explorer, Samuel de Champlain in 1604 while it was the ecologists of the 19th century who strived to utilise the falls’ hydroelectric power, with over 168,000 cubic metres passing over Niagara across any one minute – the highest flow rate of any waterfall in North America. The introduction of the railroads and automotive technology saw an increase in tourists to the area, while the area also became a favoured spot for Victorian adrenaline junkies looking to test their mettle by tightrope-walking across the canyon or even going over the edge in specially-made barrels – an activity now prohibited by law across both sides of the US/Canadian border.

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Everything so beautiful, the most that we enjoyed was Maid...

August 25, 2025

Everything so beautiful, the most that we enjoyed was Maid of the Mist but overall, its a great place to visit I will do it again if I will ever have a chance. I want to try Canada side. Everything very expensive but it's worth it every penny and every effort keeping in consideration that we drove from PA.

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I recently travelled from Queens to Niagara Falls with my...

August 19, 2025

I recently travelled from Queens to Niagara Falls with my family, using a combination of train and Uber. It was the first time my children experienced the falls, and we chose to explore the U.S. side. The trip was truly memorable — especially the Cave of the Winds, which turned out to be the highlight for me, my wife, and my kids. Being so close to the powerful water and feeling the mist was an incredible and thrilling experience. We also enjoyed the Maid of the Mist boat ride and the spectacular overall view of the falls. I would highly recommend this trip to others, particularly families, as it offers a unique mix of adventure, natural beauty, and unforgettable moments.

Anto Christopher
Anto Christopher United Arab Emirates
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I love getting blasted by the waterfall mist (Maid of the...

August 14, 2025

I love getting blasted by the waterfall mist (Maid of the Mist boat tour) literally blinded and couldn't keep my eyes open next to the Horseshoe falls. I love getting blasted by the waterfall currents (Cave of the Wind) and getting my entire body, cloths, socks, shoes, wet. I don't like waiting in the long lines when it's hot. Go during the weekdays, not the weekends. Light show and fireworks are kind of mediocre. You can save yourself some time and money if you do daytime events only (An hour waiting for mediocre light show and 5 minutes of fireworks... you decide if you want to pay & wait for that)

Yeon Soo
Yeon Soo United States
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I was always told that you had to stay at Niagara Falls on...

August 13, 2025

I was always told that you had to stay at Niagara Falls on the Canadian side. Well that is only if you desire to see the falls from your hotel room. Otherwise you can experience everything (except walking behind horseshoe falls) from the American side. I highly recommend a ride on the Maid of the Mist at least once in your life. long lines and crowded? Yes but it is worth doing once and you will not regret it!

Joe
Joe United States
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I LOVED THE STATE PARK AND THE OPTION TO BUY A SHUTTLE...

August 11, 2025

I LOVED THE STATE PARK AND THE OPTION TO BUY A SHUTTLE TICKET FOR THE TROLLEY. IT WAS $5 PER PERSON FOR AN ADULT, GET ON AND OFF FOR THE ENTIRE DAY, WHICH SEEMED VERY FAIR. I BELIEVE THE CHILD'S PRICE WAS $3. OF COURSE YOUNG COUPLES WOULD ENJOY THE HIKE TO THE FALLS THROUGH THE PARK.

One Ohio Traveler
One Ohio Traveler United States
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We went on the Maid of the Mist, walked to Three Sisters...

August 9, 2025

We went on the Maid of the Mist, walked to Three Sisters Islands, twice, viewed the falls, and drove to the Whirlpool area on Niagra River. We also hiked down to the whirlpool at the park. We were at Niagara Falls for four days and didn't know if that would be too long to stay, but were fine with plenty to do since we are active and don't mind walking. We also took our passports, walked across the bridge, and spent a whole day in Canada viewing the Falls from a different perspective. I wish I would have brought a hat to shade my face from the hot sun as I got a pretty bad sunburn from a whole day looking at the falls on the American side. The park we walked through in Canada was lovely! Our stay at Niagara Falls was a wonderful success!

Jean
Jean United States

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