Niagara Falls is located about 80 miles away from Toronto, making for a short trip via car, train, or bus.
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If you have access to a car or rent one, you can hop on the QEW highway that connects Toronto to Niagara Falls. It's typically fast and direct. If you're craving a more scenic option, you can take Highway 81 from around St. Catharines.
To see and experience all that is Toronto, you should plan a stay of at least a week (preferably in spring, summer, or fall -- winters can be bitter, though no worse than a winter in New York City). If you're here for a short period, you need to plan carefully so you don't miss the must-see sights.
As for how long you should plan to visit Niagara Falls, we recommend at least two days to fully experience the beauty and excitement this destination has to offer. With so many incredible attractions and activities, it's important to give yourself enough time to explore and make the most of your trip.
The best time to visit Niagara Falls is June to August. Summer is peak season, and with good reason: Average highs rest in the low 80s. Mists and breezes from the waterfalls can make the area feel cooler.
The Canadian side is where you get gorgeous panoramas of both the American Falls and the mighty Horseshoe Falls. It's definitely the more glamorous side of Niagara Falls. While you can't get right up to the American and Bridal Veil Falls, you can get right up to the brink of Horseshoe Falls.
Park Free, Ride FreeYou can catch our shuttles at many stops that offer free parking. These stops include Whirlpool State Park, Gorge Discovery Center, Niagara Power Vista, and Niagara Falls Train Station/Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center.
Buffalo offers great dining, outstanding art and architecture, historical sites, and river cruises. If you stay at the falls, stay on the Canadian side. Falls viewing is better and the choices for hotels and food are better. Definately stay in Canada.