Top of the To-Do List in Niagara Falls
There
are so many things to do in Niagara Falls USA that it can be hard to get to it
all! If
you’re working on a limited timeline you’ll want to go for our narrowed-down
list of things
you absolutely have to do here.
Did
you know Niagara Falls State Park is the nation’s oldest state park?
Take in the drama
and excitement of the Falls from the Observation Tower near Prospect Point, the
only panoramic view of all three Falls.
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Once
you’re on the Maid of the Mist, hold on for a boat ride like you’ve
never experienced
before! Operating since 1846 as a sightseeing tour, the Maid of the Mist recently
launched new all-electric, zero-emission passenger vessels. You’ll go past the
American Falls and the Bridal Veil Falls on the U.S. side, then past the
Horseshoe Falls.
How
close is up close? Bring your waterproof camera, slip into the special yellow poncho,
and follow a series of wooden walkways to the famed Hurricane Deck of Cave of the Winds. There,
you’ll find just feet away from the base of Bridal Veil Falls, so
expect to get wet from the spray coming off the Falls itself and be awed!
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Take
a cruise through history on the Erie Canal on this scenic cruise. You’ll
go past five
of the original 1800s locks, including the only double set.
For
the serious hiker, getting off the beaten path and descending into the
heart of the
Niagara Gorge is a must (those who are less experienced will want to stay on
the top trails). Just 3 miles from downtown, you’ll find Devil’s Hole StatePark where you can
access the signature route of miles of trails that take you down to the rapids
of the
Niagara Whirlpool, edged by rock formations and canyon walls for a breathtaking
view
of nature up close.
The
Class V rapids of the Niagara River can be daunting to even seasoned mariners. However,
when you add jet-powered boats to the equation, you get a white-knuckled
ride that’ll test your vocal cords. Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours take guests
on a guided, 45-60 minute tour through the Devil’s Hole Class V rapids of the Niagara
River. Offering both a wet and dry experience, these high-speed boats will have
you craving another adrenaline-packed adventure.
For
a view you really can’t get anywhere else, consider a helicopter tour with RainbowAir. You’ll get a
bird’s eye view of all three waterfalls that make up Niagara Falls
(American, Bridal Veil, and Horseshoe), as well as the Upper Niagara River and Niagara
Falls State Park. Along with the unforgettable aerial views, you’re likely to
see radiant
rainbows that the area is known for.
