Things to do in Niagara Falls
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Butterfly Conservatory
Inside the botanical gardens, the conservatory has more than 50 species of butterflies (some as big as birds) flitting around 130 species of flowers and plants. This is also a breeding facility where you can see young butterflies released.
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Queenston Heights Park
In Queenston village, a snoozy historic throwback north of the falls near the Lewiston Bridge to the US, is Queenston Heights Park, a national historic site. Here, the commanding Brock Monument honors Major General Sir Isaac Brock, 'Savior of Upper Canada.' The tower stairwell was closed for repairs during research, but might open by the time you visit. Self-guided walking tours of the hillside recount the 1812 Battle of Queenston Heights, a British victory that helped Canada resist becoming part of the USA.
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Niagara Falls Adventure Pass
1 day (Departs Niagara Falls, Canada)
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With the Niagara Falls Summer Adventure Pass or the Niagara Falls Winter Magic Pass, you'll discover all the excitement found in Niagara Falls, Ontario. You can…Not LP reviewed
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Niagara Falls Luxury Tour and Maid of the Mist Boat Ride
8 hours (Departs Niagara Falls)
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While you're visiting Niagara Falls, why not see both sides of the falls in style on a Niagara Falls Luxury Tour. Departing from either the American or Canadian…Not LP reviewed
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Niagara Glen Nature Reserve
About 8km north of the falls is this exceptional reserve, where you can get a sense of what the area was like pre-Europeans. There are 4km of walking trails winding down into a gorge, past huge boulders, cold caves, wildflowers and woods. The Niagara Parks Commission offers guided nature walks daily during the summer season for a nominal fee. Bring something to drink – the water in the Niagara River is far from clean.
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Niagara Falls Canadian Side Tour and Maid of the Mist Boat Ride
Varies from 4 to 5 hours (Departs Niagara Falls)
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While you're visiting Niagara Falls, take a morning tour of the spectacular attractions on the Canadian side of the falls. Highlights include an exhilarating…Not LP reviewed
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Whirlpool Aero Car
Dangling above the Niagara River, 4.5km north of Horseshoe Falls, the Whirlpool Aero Car was designed by Spanish engineer Leonardo Torres Quevedo and has been operating since 1916 (but don't worry – it's still in good shape). The gondola travels 550m between two outcrops above a deadly whirlpool created by the falls – count the logs and tires spinning in the eddies below. No wheelchair access.
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Niagara Falls Power Passtrade;
1, 2, 3 or 5 days (Departs Niagara Falls, Canada)
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See more, save more with the Niagara Falls Power Pass! For one low price, you will receive free entry to all of the most exciting sights, tours, rides and more…Not LP reviewed
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Niagara Falls American-Side Tour with Maid of the Mist Boat Ride
Varies from 4 to 5 hours (Departs Niagara Falls)
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During your time in Niagara Falls, take a tour of the American side of the spectacular falls. Highlights include a walking adventure along the incomparable Cave…Not LP reviewed
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Niagara Falls Open Jet Boat Tour
45 - 60 minutes (Departs Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada or Lewiston, New York)
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For a truly memorable visit to Niagara, take a thrilling journey down the Niagara River on an open-air jet boat. There's no better - or wetter - way to enjoy…Not LP reviewed
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Niagara Falls IMAX Movie
40 minutes (Departs Niagara Falls, Canada)
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Discover the thundering falls from a totally new and awesome perspective, and plunge over them along with history’s daredevils with the Niagara Falls IMAX…Not LP reviewed
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Niagara Falls in One Day: Deluxe Sightseeing Tour of American and Canadian Sides
6 hours (Departs Niagara Falls, Canada)
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Don't let the border stop you from experiencing all of Niagara Falls' glory! On this deluxe 6-hour tour, visit top Niagara Falls attractions on both the Ontario…Not LP reviewed
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Daredevil Gallery
The most engaging thing around here is the Daredevil Gallery attached to IMAX Niagara. Scratch your head in amazement at the battered collection of barrels and padded bubbles in which people have ridden over the falls (not all of them successfully). There's also a history of falls 'funambulism' (tightrope walking) here.
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Floral Showhouse
Around 1km south of Horseshoe Falls, the showhouse offers year-round floral displays and some warm respite on a chilly day. Opposite, lodged on rocks in the rapids, the Old Scow is a rusty steel barge that's been waiting to be washed over the falls since 1918 – a teetering symbol of Western imperialism, perhaps?
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Niagara Falls Canadian Side Sightseeing Tour
4 hours (Departs Niagara Falls, Canada)
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Explore the highlights of the Canadian side of Niagara Falls on this comprehensive 4-hour tour. This fully-guided tour will take you to famous sites like…Not LP reviewed
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Zoom Leisure Bicycle Rentals
The excellent Zoom Leisure Bicycle Rentals is based in Niagara-on-the Lake, but has a new office in Niagara Falls inside the Best Western on Fallsview Bvld. However, they will deliver a bike to you anywhere in the Niagara region. Longer rentals and two-wheeled wine tours are available, too.
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Flying Saucer
For extraterrestrial fast food, you can't go past this diner on the Lundy's Lane motel strip. Famous $1.59 breakfasts are served until noon (eggs, fries and toast), but heftier meals in the way of steaks, seafood, fajitas, burgers and hot dogs are also on-board. Take-out is in the saucer to the left.
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Laura Secord Homestead
The demure Laura Secord Homestead celebrates a Canadian heroine who lived here during the War of 1812. She's famous for booting it nearly 30km to warn the British soldiers of impending attack by the USA – even though she was a US citizen. The rose garden out front was planted by Laura herself.
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Mama Mia’s
There are plenty of quick-fire Italian eateries and pizza joints around town, but this one has been serving tasty and authentic pastas, seafood and carnivorous feasts since the ’60s. The Brooklyn/Brando atmosphere is relaxed and friendly – a good place to bring the kids.
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Maid of the Mist
This brave little boat has been plowing headlong into the falls' misty veil since 1846. It's loud and wet and heaps of fun. Everyone heads for the boat's upper deck, but views from either end of the lower deck are just as good. Departures are every 15 minutes, weather permitting.
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Niagara Falls Domed Jet Boat Ride
45 - 60 minutes (Departs Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada or Niagara Falls, Canada)
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All the thrills of a jet boat ride without getting wet! The Niagara Gorge Domed Jet Boat Ride speeds down the Niagara River and past 18 miles (29 km) of…Not LP reviewed
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Flying Saucer Drive-in
For extraterrestrial fast food, you can’t go past this diner on the Lundy’s Lane motel strip. Famous 99¢ breakfasts are served until noon (eggs, fries and toast), but heftier meals in the way of steaks, seafood, fajitas, burgers and hot dogs are also on-board.
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Niagara Fallsview Casino
This mondo- successful casino never closes. The building itself is worth a look – an amazing complex of commerce and crap-shoots, with a fantastical fountain in the lobby. Corny old-timers and has-beens like Kenny Rogers and Donny Osmond are regularly wheeled out to perform.
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Edwin's
Born in Jamaica and trained in England, the illustrious Edwin blends Caribbean and Mediterranean cuisine at this little spot near the train station. Jerk chicken, fried plantains, curried goat and salmon salad are all on offer, as is a weekend breakfast buffet ($6.99).
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Simon’s Restaurant
Readers rave about Simon’s, a family-run diner near the Whirlpool Bridge that opens pre-dawn. Surrounded by a clutter of miniature statues of buildings and piled boxes of God-knows-what, hungry locals chow down on burgers, grills, pancakes and all-day breakfasts.
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