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Skylon Tower - Niagara Falls, Ontario

Skylon Tower

NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIO
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The Skylon Tower is an observation tower and famous landmark located at Niagara Falls.  This tourist attraction rises some 775 feet from the base of the falls.  It offers amazing views of both the American and Horseshoe Falls as well as the rest of the falls.

On a clear day, you can actually see the Toronto and Buffalo skylines from this tower.  Skylon is one of the most well known and popular Niagara Falls attractions to date.  
​​The history of the Skylon Tower goes back to 1964 when construction of the tower began.  It took about a year to complete at the cost of 7 million dollars.  

Not only does the Skylon Tower offer stunning views of Niagara Falls from the observation deck, it is host to two wonderful restaurants.  The experience will be unforgettable.  The first is the Summit Suite Buffet which is a family oriented buffet.  The second is the Revolving Dining Room which World Famous because it offers guests a 360 degree dining experience.  

At the base of the tower, you will find everything from a family fun arcade, a 3D/4D movie theatre, and a shopping centre to rival some of the best shopping expeditions one can find. 

Every night the Skylon Tower lights up Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada.  The illumination starts at approximately 6pm and goes through about 11pm.  The most vibrant of that time is when it is the darkest.  It is something to celebrate 24/7 though so make sure you include this on your shore excursion to the area. 

For decades Niagara Falls as been host to some amazing fireworks displays.  Depending on the weather conditions, the fireworks show should take place every evening after dark.

There is one last secret you should try when visiting the Skylon Tower and that’s their Bakery.  Decadent desserts are made fresh daily in-house.  It boasts some of the best desserts you’ll find around and thats why guests keep returning over and over again.

- OPEN DAILY -
The Observation Deck | Sunday to Saturday | 10:00am -11:00 pm - 


- The Revolving Dining Room is open EVERY DAY ALL YEAR ROUND -
Lunch: 11:30 am to 3:00 pm
(see details below)
Early Dinner: 4:30 pm and 5:00 pm
Dinner: 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
(Open for Sunday lunches in peak season only.)

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Learn more about the Skylon Tower by visiting their website.  
​Address:  5200 Robinson St, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 2A3, Canada
P
hone: 1-888-9SKYLON

Updated 09/08/20- LLS

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