Visit the best attractions on the American side of Niagara Falls on this half-day tour. Learn all about the Falls and experience their mighty power up close aboard the famous Maid of the Mist boat ride.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 4 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Pickup included
- Pickup and drop-off is available from select downtown hotels in Niagara Falls, New York
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
Itinerary
4 hours
Niagara Falls, USA
Niagara Falls State Park
Niagara Falls Observation Tower
Cave of the Winds
Whirlpool State Park
Niagara Falls, USA
Pickup included
Main stop
Other stop
Highlights
- Take an exhilarating boat ride to the base of Horseshoe Falls onboard the historic Maid of the Mist
- Marvel and be "blown away" at the Cave of the Winds at the base of the American Falls
- View all of Niagara Falls' splendor from Goat Island and Terrapin Point
- Learn the history of the hydroelectric dams and the experiments of Nikola Tesla
Full description
Get up close to the scenic beauty of Niagara Falls, New York, on this half-day tour. Visit the American side's top attractions, including a ride aboard the world-famous Maid of the Mist. Your experienced and personable guide will share with you the region's rich history.
Your tour begins with hotel pickup from Niagara Falls, New York, or Niagara Falls, Ontario. The first stop is Niagara Falls State Park. Descend 250 feet to the base of the American Falls to board the world-famous Maid of the Mist boat.
Sail up to the Horseshoe Falls, to feel the refreshing spray and hear the roar of water rushing over its cliffs. Get up close and personal to the Falls at the Cave of the Winds. Descend 175 feet into the Niagara Gorge and then get kitted out in a poncho and specialized footwear.
Hike a series of wooden walkways up to the famous "Hurricane Deck." Enjoy views of the Falls from various lookout spots, like Prospect Point and Terrapin Point. Walk around Whirlpool State Park for panoramic viewing of the Niagara Rapids and Whirlpool from atop the Niagara Gorge Trail.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Four to five-hour sightseeing tour
- Transport by climate-controlled bus
- English-speaking guide
- Admission to American Observation Tower
- Admission to Maid of the Mist
- Admission to Cave of the Winds
- All applicable local taxes, fees, and road tolls
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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What to bring
- Passport
- Comfortable shoes
- Visa, if required
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Not allowed
- Baby strollers
- Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
- This tour operates on the American side of Niagara Falls
- This tour operates rain or shine
- If you selected pickup in Canada, you must have a valid passport and relevant visa to cross the international border
- Ponchos will be provided at Maid of the Mist and at Cave of the Winds
