Things to do in Niagara Falls & Around
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Niagara Falls: Skylon Tower, Boat Ride & Behind the Falls Tour★ 4.83 (3,468) · 4h
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Niagara Falls: Boat Ride & Journey Behind Falls★ 4.54 (1,943) · 3h
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Niagara Falls Zipline: 670m Ride Over Horseshoe Falls★ 4.30 (1,343) · 1h 30m
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Niagara Falls: Boat, Behind Falls & Whirlpool Rapids Tour★ 4.90 (1,262) · 3h–4hCA$ 199View ›
Niagara River Jet Boat Rafting: Class V Rapids & Whirlpool★ 4.81 (1,135) · 45mCA$ 95View ›
Niagara Falls: Early Boat Ride & Journey Behind the Falls VIP★ 4.82 (1,077) · 3hCA$ 135View ›
Skylon Tower Niagara Falls: 775-Foot Observation Deck & Views★ 4.32 (1,015) · 1h–2hCA$ 23View ›
Niagara Falls Helicopter Tour: 10-Min Scenic Flight & Horseshoe Falls★ 4.62 (901) · 12mCA$ 210View ›
Niagara Wine Tour & Tastings with Hotel Pickup★ 4.02 (844) · 6h–7hCA$ 100View ›
Wine Tasting at Konzelmann Winery: Build Your Own Flight★ 4.89 (815) · 45mCA$ 15View ›Top rated (10)
Niagara Falls: Small Group Tour with Boat & Skylon TowerYou’ll get soaked by real Niagara mist on a small group tour—ducking behind Horseshoe Falls, riding up Skylon Tower for wild views, cruising close enough to taste river spray (seasonal), and sampling local maple syrup after. With pickup included and a guide who actually knows her stuff, it feels less like sightseeing and more like being let in on local secrets.
Niagara Wine Tour: Lunch, 4 Wineries & Pickup IncludedYou’ll taste award-winning wines at four different Niagara wineries, snack on local cheeses, and share woodfire pizza for lunch—all with pickup included so you can relax between stops. Expect friendly guides who know their stuff and plenty of small moments: laughter over spilled glasses, lake breezes, and unexpected flavor pairings that stick with you after you leave.
Niagara-on-the-Lake: Private Wine & Charcuterie TourYou’ll wander vineyard roads in Niagara-on-the-Lake, tasting up to sixteen different wines with friends or family by your side. Enjoy charcuterie pairings at one stop, learn from local guides who actually know their stuff, and get a peek behind the scenes at a working winery. Expect laughter, new flavors—and maybe a label you’ll keep forever.
Niagara-on-the-Lake: Food Tour with Ice Wine & PoutineYou’ll wander Niagara-on-the-Lake with a small group and local guide, tasting real Canadian poutine, fresh-baked butter tarts, maple syrup in all its forms (with stories), plus a glass of ice wine and handmade fudge. Every stop is enough for a full meal — expect laughter, sticky fingers, and moments that linger long after you leave.
Private Vineyard Dome Wine Tasting: Niagara-on-the-LakeA one-hour private wine tasting in Niagara-on-the-Lake's only lakefront winery, held in a raised outdoor dome with views of Lake Ontario and the vineyards. You taste the Family Reserve Series wines paired with locally sourced charcuterie and breads, with time built in to sit and take in the view. Minimum age is 19; a guide leads the tasting in English.Is it for me?This is a private tasting, so you're not waiting for other groups or adjusting to their pace—the guide structures the hour around your group alone. Choose this if you want to linger over the wines and the view without the setup of a larger group experience.
Niagara Falls: Walking Tour & Boat Cruise with Early EntryYou’ll walk through Queen Victoria Park with a local guide, hear wild stories about Niagara Falls’ history, stop at Table Rock Welcome Centre for souvenirs or a quick break, then get right up near the falls on the famous boat cruise. Expect laughter, mist in your hair, and little moments that stick with you long after you’ve dried off.
Niagara Falls: Private Day Tour with Helicopter & Boat RideYou’ll get picked up in Toronto and spend your day exploring Niagara Falls with a private guide—cruising into the mist by boat, soaring overhead in a helicopter, tasting maple syrup (and maybe even maple beer), and enjoying lunch right by Horseshoe Falls. It’s loud, sometimes chaotic, always beautiful—and you’ll probably still feel the spray on your face hours later.
Niagara Falls: Boat Ride & Behind the Falls with Skip-Line AccessYou walk 1.5 miles with a licensed guide, descend behind the Canadian Horseshoe Falls through tunnels, and finish with a Hornblower boat cruise into the mist — all before lunch. Skip-the-line access to both major attractions is included, as are two rain ponchos and a discount pack worth over $200 on other Niagara activities. Morning departures beat the crowds and leave your afternoon free.Is it for me?Book this if you want the three main Niagara attractions — the views, the tunnel, the boat — without arranging separate tickets, lines, or timing; the morning departure is what keeps all three stops inside a single morning and leaves your afternoon open.
Niagara-on-the-Lake: Bike & Wine Tour with 3 WineriesYou bike between three wineries on quiet country roads, stopping to taste and learn from a local guide. The half-day includes a cheese pairing (four hours); the full day adds a two-course lunch (six hours). Your bike, helmet, and all tasting fees are covered, and any wine you buy gets shipped back to HQ so you ride unloaded. Plan to eat lunch before the half-day tour, or let the full-day meal handle it.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to taste Niagara-on-the-Lake wines without driving between stops and without the hassle of carrying purchases — the bike route and HQ delivery handle both. The half-day works if you eat lunch before; the full-day meal is built in.
Niagara Falls: Boat Cruise, Skylon Tower & Maple TastingYou’ll feel Niagara’s power right from the boat deck as mist soaks your skin (poncho included!), glide up Skylon Tower for panoramic views, stroll past gardens and theaters along the parkway, then warm up with a maple syrup tasting led by locals. It’s not just sightseeing — you’ll actually feel part of it all.
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Niagara Peninsula Self-Guided Audio Tour by Car with TriviaYou’ll drive through Niagara Peninsula with your own pace and soundtrack: local voices telling stories as you pass landmarks, quirky trivia at every stop, and freedom to linger wherever catches your eye. Expect moments of laughter in the car, unexpected chats at farm stands, and quiet awe among butterflies — all without worrying about schedules or signal bars.
Niagara Falls: SkyWheel Ticket with 360° Views Clifton HillYou’ll step into a climate-controlled gondola for two slow revolutions above Niagara Falls, catching 360° views of both sides of the border and hearing stories through optional audio narration. Watch Clifton Hill sparkle below or spot landmarks along the river — it’s a quick ride but leaves you feeling oddly weightless for hours after.
Niagara-on-the-Lake: Between The Lines Wine Tasting BarYou’ll taste four distinct Niagara wines at Between The Lines Winery’s bar while a wine educator shares stories behind each pour. Expect honest conversation, subtle flavors you might not expect, and time to linger without feeling rushed. It’s more about connection than spectacle—and you’ll probably leave wanting to try saying “Lemberger” again.
Niagara Falls: Greg Frewin Magic Show & IllusionsYou get a 90-minute live magic performance by two internationally recognized magicians in a spacious, accessible theatre with unobstructed sightlines. The show includes grand illusions and close-up magic with a narrative arc, plus access to the bar and concessions. Arrive between 7pm and 7:15pm for a 7:30pm start, and consider adding a buffet dinner beforehand if you want the full evening experience.Is it for me?Book this if you want an evening out in Niagara Falls that doesn't feel like a typical tourist attraction — the 90-minute runtime and professional production mean you're getting a real show, not a quick novelty act, and the tiered seating means your view doesn't depend on when you arrive.
Niagara Falls Walking Tour with Boat Cruise and ViewsA guided walking tour of Niagara Falls that starts at Casino Niagara and follows the Niagara Parkway to Table Rock, then boards a Niagara City boat cruise that sails to the base of Horseshoe Falls. The walk takes you past Oakes Garden Theatre and historic sites with insider commentary; the boat ride includes a rain poncho and views of all three falls up close. Choose the walking tour alone, add the boat cruise, or pick the fireworks departure at 8:45 PM on weekends.Is it for me?Pick the walking tour alone if you want to explore the parkway and gardens at your own pace after the guide finishes. Add the boat cruise if you want to feel the mist and hear the roar from the base of the falls—that's the part you can't do from the shore. The fireworks option suits an evening visit when the falls are lit up.
Niagara Falls: Grape to Glass Wine Tasting & Vineyard TourYou walk through a 50-acre vineyard and working cellar, learning how Between the Lines grows and ferments its craft wines. Four tastings of their award-winning reds are included in the 45-minute experience. Arrive by your reservation time; the winery is in Niagara-on-the-Lake and does not provide pickup.Is it for me?Right for anyone in Niagara-on-the-Lake who wants to understand how wine is actually made before (or instead of) doing a full day of tastings at multiple wineries — the 45 minutes gives you the knowledge without the commitment.
Between the Lines Winery Niagara Falls Wine and Cheese TastingBetween the Lines Cheese and Charcuterie Picnic is a 45-minute wine and cheese tasting at Between the Lines Winery near Niagara Falls, where you sit at a tasting bar with a private host and sample four wines paired with artisan cheeses, house-made charcuterie, roasted nuts, dried fruit and crackers. The winery is wheelchair accessible and welcomes all fitness levels; you'll need to arrange your own transportation and arrive at your reservation time. Minimum age is 19.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste and eat without leaving a seat — the 45-minute format works for an afternoon break or a casual evening, and the private host means the pace is yours, not a group's.
Niagara Falls: Skylon Tower, Walking Tour & Fireworks NightYou’ll start high above Niagara Falls at Skylon Tower’s deck, then walk close enough to feel the spray as your guide shares stories only locals know. As night falls, you’ll join others for fireworks from a secret-view spot — it’s more than just sightseeing; it’s being part of something electric.
Niagara Falls: Skylon Tower & Behind the Falls with GuideYou ride Skylon Tower for the panoramic view, explore the Daredevils Exhibit to learn the real stories, walk the boardwalk with a local guide who knows the history and the photo spots, then descend into the tunnels for skip-the-line access to Journey Behind the Falls. The whole experience takes three to four hours and includes a poncho so the mist doesn't ruin your clothes — or your camera.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Niagara Falls from three completely different angles — high, level, and behind — without arranging separate tickets or timing the lines yourself. The skip-the-line entries and local guide take the logistics off your hands and let you focus on the experience.
Niagara Falls guided walking tour with boat cruiseA guided walking tour of Niagara Falls combines a scenic stroll along the parkway with reserved entry to a boat cruise. You meet your guide outside Casino Niagara, walk past the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls at a relaxed pace, then board a Niagara City Cruises boat for panoramic views from the water. The tour runs about 1 to 1.5 hours and includes the poncho provided on the boat.Is it for me?Book this if you are arriving in Niagara Falls for the first time or have a free morning—the walk and boat combination shows you the falls from two vantage points without requiring separate bookings or waits at the dock.
