The 20-minute Voyage to the Falls boat tour will take you on the journey of a lifetime!
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The Niagara Falls fireworks series returns this winter with a five-minute display every Friday and Saturday from November 18 to December 16, 2023, as well as nightly from December 22, 2023 to January 7, 2024.
Niagara Falls State Park is open 365 days a year, and it's always free to walk into the Park and experience the Falls! Today, the park's signature attraction, the majestic Niagara Falls, is the dramatic apex of the free-flowing waters of four of the Great Lakes into the Niagara River Gorge.
Again, the wait times depend on the time of day, day of the week, and the tourist season. During high season months or after noon on weekdays or weekends, you may have wait longer to aboard the boat. On average, the waiting time for the Maid of the Mist tour can range from 15 minutes to 60 minutes.
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.
Some people may think that this is a risky trip. It would certainly be very dangerous to cross this river in a boat that is not suitable for it. But this is not the case on the Maid of the Mist. The trip is very safe, each passenger is provided with what is necessary to stay protected.
suggest you wear shorts & flip flops, weather permitting. When we went on the MOM, we had wet jeans from just below the knees down. You won't be standing knee high in water, but the rain slickers only go so far down, and everything exposed below will be wet! Whatever shoes you wear normally are fine.
Niagara Falls IlluminationHundreds of LED lights are housed in three locations across the Niagara Gorge in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Together, these lights work to create a breathtaking view not to be missed, and are illuminated every night of the year beginning at dusk.
The views are way better on the Canadian side, but that's because you can stand across the river and see the waterfalls. But if you want to stand right up next to them, you're better off on the US side. You can get pretty close to the Horseshoe Falls at the Niagara Falls Viewpoint in Canada.
The cheapest time to visit Niagara Falls is late fall, winter, and early spring. According to Google Hotels, October through May sees moderate hotel prices ranging from $41 to $115 per night. July and August have the most expensive hotel rates, with average rates going up to $174 per night.
What to do with four hours in Niagara Falls. With four hours in Niagara Falls, you will likely have time for two major Niagara Falls, a quick meal, and a stroll through the tourist centre. Get started with a Niagara Falls boat cruise and a walk along the lookout points.