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Niagara Falls Tour: Boat Cruise, Journey Behind Falls and Skylon
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3 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
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Mobile ticket
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Offered in: English
What to Expect
Stop at: Skylon Tower
Your experience begins at the iconic Skylon Tower. After meeting your guide, ascend 775 feet in a glass elevator to the observation deck where you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Niagara Falls, the Niagara River, and the surrounding region. Your guide will point out Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls while sharing fascinating stories about the formation of the falls and the history of tourism in Niagara.
Pass by: Fallsview Casino Resort
As you make your way through the Fallsview district, you will pass Fallsview Casino Resort, one of the largest entertainment complexes in Canada. Overlooking the Niagara Falls skyline, the resort features luxury hotels, restaurants, theaters, and gaming floors. Your guide will share how this area developed into Niagara Falls’ premier tourism and entertainment hub.
Stop at: Falls Incline Railway
Ride the Falls Incline Railway down the Niagara escarpment toward Table Rock and the brink of Horseshoe Falls. This scenic funicular ride provides incredible views of the Niagara River and the surrounding parklands while transporting visitors directly to the falls area.
Stop at: Niagara River Parkway
From Table Rock, your guide leads the group along the Niagara Parkway toward the Niagara City Cruises dock. The Niagara Parkway follows the Niagara River and was once described as “the prettiest Sunday drive in the world.”
Pass by: Table Rock Welcome Centre
Located directly beside the brink of Horseshoe Falls, Table Rock is one of the closest viewpoints to the waterfall and a historic gathering place for visitors to Niagara Falls.
Stop at: Niagara City Cruises
Your experience concludes with Niagara’s most famous attraction, the Niagara City Cruises boat ride. Sail through the Niagara Gorge and get as close as possible to the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and the powerful Horseshoe Falls. Ponchos are provided as you experience the incredible mist and thunder of the waterfalls up close.
Pass by: Niagara Parks Power Station
As you continue along the Niagara Parkway toward the boat dock, you will pass the historic Niagara Parks Power Station. Once the largest hydroelectric generating station on the Niagara River, this massive industrial landmark helped power cities across Ontario for more than a century.
Stop at: Journey Behind the Falls
Descend 125 feet through tunnels carved into the bedrock to experience the incredible power of the Horseshoe Falls from behind the waterfall itself. Step onto the outdoor observation deck where you’ll feel the thunderous vibration of the water crashing into the Niagara Gorge below.
Pass by: Queen Victoria Park
Enjoy a walk through the beautifully landscaped Queen Victoria Park, known for its gardens, walking paths, and unobstructed views of the waterfalls.
Pass by: Horseshoe Falls
Along the way, you’ll stop for stunning viewpoints overlooking Horseshoe Falls, the largest and most powerful of the three waterfalls that make up Niagara Falls.
Pass by: American Falls
As you walk along the Niagara Parkway, enjoy stunning views of the American Falls. Located between Goat Island and Luna Island, this powerful waterfall drops more than 100 feet into the Niagara Gorge. Your guide will point out the unique rock formations at the base of the falls and explain how erosion has shaped this iconic section of Niagara Falls over thousands of years.
What's Included
- Niagara Falls Incline Railway (Admission Included)
- Journey Behind The Falls (Admission Included)
- Skylon Tower (Admission Included)
- Voyage to the Falls boat ride (Admission Included) (May - December)
- Seasonal Boat Replacement: Niagara Takes Flight Ride (Admission Included)(November - May)
- Small Group (max 10-20 people)
- Gratuities (optional)
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting Point
Where you'll meet your guide
One of these locations will be your meeting point. Your booking confirmation will have the details.
End Point
Where the tour ends
The guided portion of the tour ends after boarding the Niagara City Cruises boat. Guests complete the cruise independently and may continue exploring Niagara Falls afterward.
Get DirectionsStart time:
8:00 AM
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Kindly note: Niagara Takes Flight is not accessible to infants or children under 100 cm.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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