Niagara Falls Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Bridal Veil Falls showing landscape views, a waterfall and a city
Niagara Falls featuring a cascade and landscape views
Bridal Veil Falls featuring autumn colours, a cascade and bungee jumping
Niagara Falls featuring a garden and autumn colours
Ontario featuring a waterfall

Nicknamed the world’s honeymoon capital, this spot is a natural wonder attracting newlyweds, families, cross-country travelers and waterfall fans.

If you’re travelling near western New York, visit Niagara Falls to see spectacular waterfalls. Water flows at a rate of 150,000 gallons per second (568,000 litres) on the U.S. side. See plunging water, hear the roaring falls and feel mist swirling up from the gorge.    

The Niagara River, which separates the U.S. and Canada, flows from Lake Erie to Lake Ontario. Watch the water curve dramatically, then drop up to 110 feet (33 metres) in American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls on the U.S. side. 

Three state parks offer vistas of the falls and river. Niagara Falls State Park is the launch point for activities at the falls itself. Don a yellow poncho and walk to Cave of the Winds below Bridal Veil Falls. Ride on the Maid of the Mist boat that has brought tourists in raingear near the falls for nearly 170 years. Hike along gorge trails to Goat Island to view Canada’s Horseshoe Falls.

Whirlpool State Park juts into the gorge overlooking a giant whirlpool and water rapids downstream of the falls. At Devil’s Hole State Park, take the stone stairs to the base of the gorge to see rushing rapids. Walk upstream along the river toward the whirlpool. 

Consider beginning your marriage here. The area has multiple wedding chapels along with honeymoon suites with beds and Jacuzzis in heart shapes. Your guests will enjoy many activities in the area when not engaged in wedding events. Try your luck at the casino, shop at Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA and explore the Aquarium of Niagara. Gaze at the falls illuminated at night.

The falls are glorious in summer with light mist cooling a hot day. Bundle up in winter to enjoy a frosty wonderland. Ice forms over the base of the falls, creating a bridge up to 50 feet (15 metres) thick.

If you have time and your passport, after enjoying Niagara Falls in the U.S., cross the Rainbow Bridge to Canada to see Horseshoe Falls, another portion of the river’s amazing drop.

Where to stay in Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls showing modern architecture and a bridge

Downtown Niagara Falls

4.5/5(44 area reviews)

The enchanting waterfalls and first-class casinos are just a few highlights of Downtown Niagara Falls. Make a stop by Niagara Falls State Park or Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Niagara Falls
Cambria Hotel Niagara Falls

Cambria Hotel Niagara Falls

3 out of 5
311 Rainbow Blvd, Niagara Falls, NY
The price is ₹11,042 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
₹11,042
₹12,588 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Cambria Hotel Niagara Falls
Sheraton Niagara Falls

Sheraton Niagara Falls

4 out of 5
300 3rd St, Niagara Falls, NY
The price is ₹11,042 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
₹11,042
₹14,714 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy 2 hot tubs, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Sheraton Niagara Falls
Quality Hotel & Suites At The Falls

Quality Hotel & Suites At The Falls

2.5 out of 5
240 1st Street, Niagara Falls, NY
The price is ₹7,070 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
₹7,070
₹8,938 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Quality Hotel & Suites At The Falls
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Iron Scow - With Private Yard & Parking, Near Falls & Casino by Niagara Hospitality

The Iron Scow - With Private Yard & Parking, Near Falls & Casino by Niagara Hospitality

3 out of 5
442 5th St, Niagara Falls, NY
Stay at this 3-star holiday home in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino and Niagara Falls State ...
The Iron Scow - With Private Yard & Parking, Near Falls & Casino by Niagara Hospitality
The Southside Villa - With Private Yard & Parking, Near Falls & Casino by Niagara Hospitality

The Southside Villa - With Private Yard & Parking, Near Falls & Casino by Niagara Hospitality

3.5 out of 5
513 23rd St, Niagara Falls, NY
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino and ...
The Southside Villa - With Private Yard & Parking, Near Falls & Casino by Niagara Hospitality
Texas Hold-em Duplex- 3BR Free Parking

Texas Hold-em Duplex- 3BR Free Parking

3 out of 5
440 12th St, Niagara Falls, NY
Stay at this 3-star holiday home in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino and ...
Texas Hold-em Duplex- 3BR Free Parking
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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