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Niagara Falls, ON

​Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada Cruises

​We are excited for the opportunity to introduce you to some of the amazing natural attractions of Canada.  Throughout our website, you'll find all kinds of valuable information to better assist you with the planning of your visit to this amazing destination. There is so much to see in Niagara Falls, Ontario and Niagara Falls, New York, it's become a must-see for many of our Great Lakes cruise guests.

Niagara Falls attracts millions of visitors each year by land and by sea.  Cruising offers you the simplicity of pre-arranged excursions and daily enrichment programs conducted onboard by local experts, specific to the region.

Niagara Falls is actually a group of three waterfalls located at the southern end of the Niagara Gorge. The Niagara river drains Lake Erie into Lake Ontario and the combined falls have the highest flow rate of any other waterfall in North America.  Between the twin cities of Niagara Falls, Ontario, and Niagara Falls, New York is where you can see the Niagara River flow over the edge of Niagara Falls, creating this natural spectacle that is visited by millions of people each year. The falls are 17 miles north-northwest of Buffalo, New York and about 75 miles south-southeast of Toronto, Canada.

On the Canadian side of Niagara Falls you will see from a distance the gorgeous panoramas of the American Falls while getting up close to the largest of the three falls; Horseshoe Falls which lies on the international border of two countries. Horseshoe Falls is also the most powerful waterfall with a vertical drop of 160 feet n North America. The deepest section of the river is just below the falls.  Directly across the Niagara River is Niagara Falls, New York.  The smaller American Falls is separated by Goat Island while the Bridal Veil Falls is separated by Luna Island, both islands are located in the United States.

Most of the places you will want to visit on the Canadian side are closely located around the falls.  Apart from Niagara’s natural wonders you can also visit observation towers, restaurants, retails shops, museums, indoor water parks, casinos and theaters.  Niagara Falls is not only a breathtaking sight but it’s also a valuable source of hydroelectric power.

Niagara Falls is ready to welcome guests with enhanced health & safety protocols. You can be assured that health and safety is top priority at all attractions, accommodations, restaurants, retail stores, tours and experiences.  
Please visit Safe to Play - Niagara Falls, Canada for more information and updates.

Note: A Passport is required for crossing the border into Canada unless you are age 15 or younger. Please visit the Canadian Government's website for any further details.
"Map of Niagara Falls"
Niagara Fall (Ontario) is a Port of Call for the following Canadian Coast or Great Lakes Cruises:

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Things to do in Niagara Falls, Ontario

BIRD KINGDOM
Bird Kingdom is considered one of the Worlds' Largest Indoor Free Flying Bird Aviaries.  Discover first hand hundreds of birds in their natural habitat as you walk through multi level rainforests.  At Animal Encounters you will experience friendly parrots and exotic animals and be able to  interact and feed the birds at Lorikeet Landing.  Witness a Night Jungle, home to bats and owls along with other curious night creatures. Bird Kingdom is only a short 5 minute walk for Niagara Falls and a must see if you are in the area!  For more information click here: Bird Kingdom

JOURNEY BEHIND THE FALLS
Your journey begins with a 125 feet elevator ride through the bedrock behind Horseshoe Falls.   Once exiting the elevators, you will  After exiting the elevator, you will then walk through 130-year-old tunnels that will lead you too two  observation decks near the foot of the Horseshoe Falls.  During your journey through he tunnel guests will be able to hear and view these massive waterfalls though portals located directly behind the falls.
For more information click here:  Journey Behind the Falls
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NIAGARA SKYWHEEL
The Niagara SkyWheel is the most exciting relaxing way to see the Falls, day or night. 
For more information click here: Niagara SkyWheel

QUEEN VICTORIA PARK
Considered the "Heart" of Niagara Parks you will find Queen Victoria Park. Walking through the park one will witness the beauty of hanging baskets, a Hybrid tea Rose Garden among the magnificently maintained gardens.  The park also  features seasonal gardens through out the year such as Daffodils and Tulips in the Spring, Fuchsia and Lantana in the Summer and Chrysanthemums in the Fall.  The winter months show the natural wonder of stark branches covered in ice and form the mist of the falls.  For more information click here: Queen Victoria Park

SKYLON TOWER  
The Skylon Tower Revolving Dining Room and Observation Deck offers a spectacular 360 degree view of the entire city including the Falls.  For more information click here: Skylon Tower

SAFARI NIAGARA
Located only 10 minutes from Niagara Falls!  Safari 
Niagara's 150 acres are a privately owned nature Park that is home to over 1000 animals, reptiles, exotic mammals and birds. The perfect summer spot to spend some time and there are activities for people of all ages.  For more information click here:  Safari Niagara

NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIO TOURS

Excursions: Natural resources tours are on the top of this list.  There are many excursions that will take you along different Fall Springs like;  the Observation American Tower (NY) where you can witness the grand panoramic views of Niagara Region.  Journeys behind the Falls and the Cave of the Winds (under Americans Falls, NY). 

For the adventurous you can also partake in a thrilling ride onboard the Maid of the Mist or a Hornblower Expedition Cruise of the Falls.  Some of our Great Lakes Cruise Itineraries include the Hornblower cruise, see our American Queen Voyages options for itineraries that visit this Ontario destination. 

There are several guided tours that can be pre arrange for many of the Falls natural attractions such as; the Queen Victorian Park and  Park of Niagara Falls, located on the Canadian side of the Falls.   Also among the American Falls you may want to visit Goat Island,  Three Sisters Island and Moon (Luna) Island.

Another option is night runs, taking advantage of the lights from Canadian Falls 

Helicopter Tours: You can experience Niagara Falls like never before, with a bird's eye view  from a scenic helicopter journey.

Enjoy the American, Bridal Veil, and Canadian Horseshoe Falls from along with many landmarks and the wine country of the Niagara region. The view is unforgettable, but bring a camera to capture the moment—and a friend—because a minimum of two people is required.

Niagara Helicopters.

Museums:  In Niagara City, Ontario, there are many different Museums you can visit; Ripley's Believe it or Not Museum, Guinness World Records Museum and the Wax Museum. These museums are located in Niagara City, Ontario, and you will find plenty of parking at each facility.

Zoos: In Niagara City, Ontario, there are may different zoos open for your entertainment such as the Bird Kingdom Niagara Falls Aviary, The Natural Zoo Park of Ontario and the a Natural Zoo Park of Ontario which has a restaurant, picnic area and gardens, games, trolly tours, shows and more.  The Bird Zoo and The Natural Zoo Park of Ontario are wheelchair friendly and also offer an on site restaurant and gift shop.

Get to know Niagara Falls, Ontario

  • The two main regions in Canada area Southern Ontario or Laurentian,  which is between the Great Lakes, and St. Lawrence and  then in the Northwest, Ottawa in Ontario .
  • The climate in Ontario is slightly warmer than the rest of the Provence as it is greatly influence by the Great Lakes. 
  • The Northwestern Ontario was abandoned until the late nineteenth century, until the railroad assisted in the export of nickel, copper, platinum, zinc, lead, silver, iron, gold, cobalt.  Numerous hydroelectric plants. were implemented in the mining region.  
  • The Southern Ontario has a thriving agricultural and manufacturing industry.  Such as:  Livestock and dairy industries. textiles, petrochemicals and Metallurgy.
  • The Horseshoe Falls is located on the Canadian side of the region in Ontario, Canada.  It get this name due to the horseshoe bend at the edge of the falls.  The bend is  about 2598 feet wide and 10 meters deep and it has water volume of 681,750 gallons fall per second. The Falls have a height of 174 feet and the deepness of the river is about 184 feet.
  • Another tourist attraction around the Falls is Fallsview in Niagara Falls, Ontario.  There are many hotels located in the city and it's also the home of both the Skylon tower and the Minolta tower, located near by.
Updated 10-31-22 BB

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