Niagara Falls is so beautifully massive in person! It really is a must see! My Momma, sister and I visited Niagara during my high school spring break and absolutely loved it! Back then, it was fairly easy to cross from the United States into Canada, which we did. We did not take any official tours of the Falls, we just enjoyed them! I didn't realize Niagara Falls is not the tallest waterfalls in the world. There are actually about 500 other waterfalls in the world that are "taller" than Niagara. Niagara Falls is impressive in the amount of water flowing because more than six million cubic feet of water go over the falls' crestline every minute during peak daytime tour hours! Niagara has been the site of numerous jumps and plunges most often in various barrels! Folks have crossed it on tightropes. Niagara Falls visits increased sharply in 1953 following the release of the movie, "Niagara" starring Marilyn Monroe and Joseph Cotten. Niagara has been featured in a vast variety of fine art, too. I'm fortunate to have seen these beautiful falls in person! read more

I have been to the Falls more times than I can count in my life (both sides). It goes without saying the experience from the Canadian side is much more enjoyable and more beautiful. The natural wonder of these falls never gets old. Simply breathtaking and awe-inspiring on each visit. When living in Pittsburgh and traveling internationally, we often flew in and out of Toronto's airport (even with the drive there and back, we'd save so much money)---stopping at the Falls was always part of the adventure. Most times spending the night on the way home after landing from a long European flight. Perfect way to end a trip before heading back home. read more

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One of the most beautiful natural wonders of our planet! I got to experience the American side of the Falls and the park around the attraction. It's a beautiful area and an amazing sight! read more

I've been wanting to visit Niagara Falls for years so when we were in Buffalo for a wedding, we made it a priority to visit. We decided to visit the Canada side just so I can say I've been to Canada. The falls themselves are breathtaking. There really is not a bad spot to look at. They also offer different tours. We decided to do the underground tour where we got to see the inside of the falls. It was a little on the pricey side but it was so worth it. What surprised me the most about Niagara Falls is it has an entertainment district. There were numerous restaurants, arcades, mini golf and even a Burger King with a roller coaster attached to it. We thought we would spend maybe an hour or 2 here but we ended up spending the entire day there. read more

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Well, I can see why everyone says you have to visit Niagara Falls, you just do! It's been on the bucket list for some time, so when a friend suggested we play hooky from our conference for the day and take the families to the falls, I'm glad I was game. We took a tour bus from the hotel, which worked out nicely. Our driver had our tickets to go down under the falls and tickets for the boat ride to the base, both were fun and worthwhile experiences. The falls are definitely incredible. The volume of rushing water is a sight to see and there are several interactive attractions to explore it and the history. This impressive natural wonder is not to be missed, and I'm really happy we chose to experience it from the Canadian side. read more

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If you want the best view of Niagara Falls, the Canadian side is where it's at. The sweeping panoramas are unmatched--you can take in the full Horseshoe Falls in all its power and beauty, something you just don't get on the U.S. side. That said, each side has its unique experiences. The U.S. has the Maid of the Mist, which is now fully electric--quiet, smooth, and no exhaust fumes. In comparison, Canada's Hornblower is still diesel-powered, and you do notice the exhaust at times. Hopefully, they'll upgrade soon. For attractions, I have to say the Cave of the Winds on the U.S. side absolutely blew me away. Standing right at the base of the Falls, feeling the thunder and spray surround you--it's an experience that sticks with you for life. Canada's "Behind the Falls" sounded promising, but it was underwhelming by comparison: more like damp tunnels with a limited view rather than the up-close immersion I was hoping for. Still, if you want those iconic postcard-worthy views, Canada wins hands down. Pair it with a walk along the promenade, the vibrant city vibe, and plenty of great dining, and it's absolutely worth the trip. Both sides are special in their own way, but for the view alone, the Canadian side deserves five stars. read more

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Had the absolute best time here recently! As a native Miamian, I'm in awe anytime I see mountains, autumn leaves, waterfalls, or forests... it feels like another planet to me. My boyfriend, who lives in Toronto, brought me here, and we had the time of our lives. We were like two wild, excited kids exploring every corner of this incredible park. From the breathtaking scenic walks to the spectacular "Journey Behind the Falls" and the unreal "Niagara Takes Flight", everything was pure magic. What moved me most was the care and reverence given to the Indigenous communities who once inhabited the area. Their stories and legends were honored and brought to life so beautifully that I actually teared up. The park is exceptional; thoughtfully designed, full of wonder, and truly unforgettable. I loved every minute of it & will definitely be back! read more

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Niagara Falls is made up of three waterfalls, American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls, and is located in both New York in the United States and Ontario, Canada. The falls were formed approximately 12,000 years ago during the last Ice Age, when melting glaciers created the Great Lakes and the Niagara River. These falls are made up of water from four of the five Great Lakes (Superior, Michigan, Huron and Erie), which drain into the Niagara River, forming the falls, which then flows into Lake Ontario. Both Bridal Veil Falls and American Falls are located on the US side of Niagara Falls, while Horseshoe Falls (also called Canadian Falls), is located on the border of the US and Canada, with the majority of the falls being in Canada. Horseshoe Falls is the largest of the three falls and arguably the most iconic and while we have read a variety of numbers about its size, it's around 167 feet tall and the crestline is around 2,500 feet wide. And during peak flow, almost 700,000 gallons pour over it per second! read more

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How anyone could give this natural wonder of the ages less than five stars? Surprisingly, it's not one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, which I googled. Well, it ought to be the Eighth at least. Be prepared to be amazed. Be prepared to get sprayed by the mist just walking along the promenade towards the Horse Shoe Falls, the biggest of the three. Definitely watch from the Canadien side! They have a fireworks display every night, not to be missed! Yes, it is always crowded but not as much during the week vs weekend. Not sure how it is during the colder months though... Summer is probably best. Finally checked off my list. On to our favorite (Niagara-on-the-Lake) shhhh... Enjoy! read more

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I've been to Niagara Falls on both the US side and the Canada side and they're both impressive in their own way. The photos serve absolutely no justice. I feel Niagara Falls is something that everyone needs to see in person. The history and stories are great, but feeling and hearing the rumble of the falls before you even approach it, and getting sprayed by the mist from a quarter mile away is hard to put into words. Also, the US side is sadly eroding away. So the falls on that side are getting less dramatic every year that passes. read more

The whole family had a great time visiting Niagara Falls. It's very much a touristy area but we had no difficulty seeing and experiencing everything we wanted to with minimal waits and crowds. It's hard to describe in words what it feels like to be standing so close to such a powerful force, it's something best experienced and enjoyed in your own way. read more

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Be sure to get a hotel room with a view. The falls light up in different colors at night. Take the boat tour -- the sights are spectacular. read more

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Oh my goodness. It is so beautiful and scenic here. Lots of parking to the back of the falls for a fee. The area is filled with souvenir shops, different restaurants and game arcades etc. Lots of fun filled activities for the family. Oh and it's free to enter the falls area. read more

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Getting to visit the "most visited" Niagara Falls waterfalls for the first time (on 02/09/2024 at 9:10pm) really was something truly special! My hubby and I were visiting New York when we decided on a whim to drive to Niagara Falls on the Canada side and I'm so glad we did because we got there at night (around 9pm) not knowing that the waterfalls would be all lit up in colorful hues of blue, red, & green! (See videos of the colorful awesomeness included w/ this review) I highly recommend visiting at night because there were only a few other people visiting so it felt like we had the waterfalls all to ourselves. Here are a few helpful tidbits that I wanted to pass along - - - -cost: This was a "free-99" thing for us to do since we didn't take a boat ride & instead walked along the boardwalk along the waterfalls. - - -parking: We were able to find a parking spot in a nearby lot & just walked down to the falls. - - -wheel chair and stroller friendly: The boardwalk along the falls is concrete so this makes it wheelchair & stroller friendly. Did you know that Niagara Falls is the 5th most popular tourist attraction in the world?! Another reason to visit at night to avoid the crowds . Hope this info helps! Rebecca visiting from Austin, Texas (United States) read more

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What can I even say? There's a reason this is a modern natural wonder. There are a TON of people here.. We went at 11pm-1pm to see the falls lit up, and it was still packed. Come in an off season for less crowds. Definitely worth seeing at least once! Beautiful and nostalgic. read more

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I can't find the right words that best describe Niagara Falls. One has to visit themselves to get to know what it feels like being so close to one of nature's greatest wonders. The Falls are a beautiful place in any season. They are a-must-see anytime you are in Ontario. read more

These falls are breathtaking...the volume of water that comes down every second is astonishing and the beauty surrounding this area is one of the prettiest in the world. We got to take pictures of the Horseshoe falls and the American falls from the Canadian side and there were always spots to take pictures and to enjoy the beauty of these natural wonders. Visiting the falls is free. Parking around is going to cost something from probably $10-50...so plan accordingly and be patient regarding the parking situation ... it can be tiresome. read more

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As soon as you tell anyone, "I'm going to Niagara Falls" they will excitedly respond, "It's better from the Canadian side!" And this is true. Just look at any satellite image and you'll see that the Niagara River (which splits the New York and Ontario) makes a turn, giving a great view from the north looking south. Sorry America, that's just how geography works. With a total elevation drop of 325 feet (99 meters), it flows into the Niagara Gorge. There are a number of ships that will bring tourists into the gorge to get drenched by the Falls. The famous Maid of the Mist is one, but that departs from New York and I wasn't ready to cross the border yet. So I booked one of the tours from the Canadian side and afterwards, continued to explore the Ontario side of Niagara Falls. It's magnificent. It's tremendous. And it's absolutely something you should not miss. Expect to get drenched and plan for it. Yes, you'll get a poncho (my ship was handing out red ones) and it won't help at all. Bring a change of clothes and a change of shoes. Enjoy yourself at this wonder. [Round number 22500 overall - review 1477 of 2024 - 154 in Ontario] read more

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One of the most popular tourist spots in Canada. The falls are definitely something that should be seen if you have the chance. The area around the falls has become quite commercial and there are many tourist traps to beware of, but it still is a fun spot to visit. I highly recommend doing The Journey Behind the Falls and the Maid of the Mist! A real wonder of the world. Very beautiful during day time and even more beautiful and amazing during night with amazing colors and fireworks taking place on US side of the falls during summer time. read more

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Breathtaking! The most famous waterfalls. I viewed Niagara Falls from the Canadian side and it's spectacular. Viewing the falls was an out of body experience as I couldn't believe what I was witnessing. We took the boat ride to get a close up look. Figuratively and literally you are getting blown away by the power of the falls. It's so stunning. We also did the attraction the journey behind the falls. We got an even closer look at the falls and great pictures on the viewing deck only accessible through the attraction. We then ventured around the rest of the grounds visiting the souvenir shop and grabbing a bite to eat. They had a lot of options nearby for places to get food. If you're coming to Niagara Falls I would plan a whole day or even two days to explore the area. We only did a day trip coming from Toronto, so I didn't get to see the falls lit up at night. I would definitely visit Niagara Falls again. read more

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Love the Canada side!!! Crossing the border was well worth it. The falls both USA and Canada's horseshoe falls all in one panoramic view. Truly amazing!! We seen beautiful landscape park, restroom, visitors center and lots of mist. Things to know: The border crossing back into the USA on Canada side is unmanned and you will need exact change. No ATM at location. So bring change or walk back to stores to find an ATM. They do have a change machine. Parts of the park were under construction. Washrooms/bathroom located mid walk under the main walkway. Some of the walkway areas are uneven. They have a zip line for a charge and you will need to sign a waiver. Several location to eat, snack and get souvenirs. One of my favorites read more

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My new favorite place I have been. So many great ways to see the Falls especially on the Canadian side. The American side is amazing too and mostly in a State Park. Worth seeing it all, and if you do not do drive taking a very comprehensive group tour and the Over The Falls tour was the best way to do that and see both the US and Canadian sides. read more

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I'm baaack. After 8 yrs. I brought my nephews and they were able to see the Falls. The winter falls are just spectacular. In my opinion is best to see the falls from all seasons. We didn't stay long because it was freezing cold but we stayed long enough to marvel at the view. We made sure to view from Canada & the US and did a bit of shopping while in Canada. We plan to come when it's warmer so they can do the activities at the Falls. read more

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Every time someone visits us, Niagara Falls is one of the top spots we take them to! It's always busy and parking nearby can be quite limited, so arriving early is a good idea. Make sure to bring a thicker jacket if you plan to stay near the falls for a while. The mist from the falls and combined with the wind can make it feel much colder than expected, even on a sunny day. If you feel tired or need to use the washroom, there's a plaza nearby where you can take a break. We stopped there, grabbed some coffee and enjoyed a moment to relax. There's also so much to explore like the casino, souvenir shops and scenic walking trails. Also, check out the illuminated falls at night if you can. read more

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Aa many say, the Canadian side of the falls is a little more picturesque. Don't accidentally forget it's a holiday weekend when you go; it is packed! The falls are beautiful. You can walk around for hours and see plenty. Surrounding area in Stanley Hill and lots of tourist attractions to keep you busy. read more

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I've always wanted to see Niagara Falls in general but especially on the Canada side! It was gorgeous and really cool! There's a small parking lot super close to the walk way to see the falls. We just took pictures from the walk way and it worked. We were there for like 45 min. Then we wanted to go see the Carnival looking part of that area. But it was hard to walk on crutches and we had a time crunch. read more

The Niagara Falls is not one of the seven wonders! Someone needs to put this on the list. Traveling here to visit the falls is well worth the venture. I highly recommend you to view this from the Canadian side. The views from the Canadian side is simply breathtaking. There are tours you can take. If you have time, I recommend taking the boat tour and the behind the falls tours. read more

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Visiting Toronto during spring break and Niagara Falls has been the highlight. Unfortunately, the boats aren't running this early in the year due to the ice but the fall were in full force. I'm not sure how well you can see from the American side but the Canadian side was phenomenal. We did the Journey behind the Falls which was worth it. Other than the Jungle Cruise at Disneyland, it's hard to see the back side of a waterfall. We did a quick trip across the border so my kid can say she's been to NY state and crossing was a breeze both ways. Clifton Hill was a tourist haven with a capital T. All in all, it was great to get another site off my bucket list. read more

Niagara Falls is what I would call a true view! There were surely a lot of people but we were still able to take astonishing pictures. I would definitely recommend to visit. read more

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I hadn't seen the falls in years and it was great to visit again!! Amazing views!!! It's a crowded attraction and many people are around. Many paid parking lot options. read more

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MAGNIFIQUE! Niagara Falls straddles the border between Canada and the United States and consists of American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and the Canadian Falls, also called Horseshoe Falls. It is the most visited place by tourist because of its beautiful waterfalls. I have been here a few times over the years whenever I visit my Canadian relatives. And it still amazing. I have done the boat cruise and the behind the wall tunnel tours. Overall, Niagara falls is a great place to bring visitors and/or spend the holidays. read more

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We're on a road trip from Cleveland, OH, and decided to make the stop and it was so worth it. My husband and I arrived around 3 p.m., hopped on the WEGO bus, and were able to start exploring right away. We purchased the Classic Pass through the Niagara Falls website a few days before our trip, and it ended up being perfect. It included several great attractions: 1. White Water Walk - Unfortunately, we didn't get to do this one. We thought we could walk there, but it would have taken over an hour. Definitely plan for bus transport if you go. 2. Aero Car - Such a fun experience! The attendant made it even better with funny and clever commentary. It was fascinating to learn the history and see where the falls once stood. (Note: if you're afraid of heights, this might not be for you--you're suspended above the river rapids for about 15 minutes, but it's very slow and steady.) 3. Journey Behind the Falls - Incredible! The views from the observatory are breathtaking and so peaceful. A must-do. 4. Niagara's Fury - This was a lot of fun. It combines history with a simulation ride through the Falls and surrounding areas. 5. Power Station + Tunnel - We went at night, and it was absolutely beautiful. The tunnel is lit softly with music playing, which made for such a memorable experience. (It's about 2,200 ft underground, so make sure to use the restroom beforehand--there aren't any down there!) For food, we only stopped once--at The Grille Restaurant inside the Table Rock Welcome Centre. We had fish and chips, and they were fantastic! Fresh fish, crispy fries, and a perfect quick meal between activities. Tips: * Park in Lot C--it has a convenient WEGO pick-up/drop-off. * Stop at the Welcome Centre for a map. * Don't hesitate to ask the staff for guidance on where to go and how to get there--they were very helpful. Overall, Niagara Falls was absolutely beautiful and such a fun experience. We're already looking forward to coming back and exploring even more next time! read more

We made the 90-minute trip from Toronto and arrived before noon. Definitely a must-visit when visiting Canada- the falls are so beautiful & breathtaking! We had such an amazing experience here- we didn't do the boat ride (it was kind of cold & didn't want to get wet), but we did go on the Skylon Tower/ observation deck to view the falls from 775 feet above, got some professional pics taken of us and also went to the gift shop/ cafe. It was a fun few hours :) read more

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Of course 5/5 for this Gods gift ... love this falls . First time Canada side and it just looks breathtaking from ontoria ! Have seen this many times from US side but the horse shoe isn't visible . It's just awesome . Also, the light shows are better from Canada side . Kids enjoyed the boat ride going closer to Canada the falls . Lots of restaurants near the falls . Parking is there , but we had to park 10-15 mins walk away from the falls . It was a paid parking too.. and don't miss the fireworks at 10 pm.. loved it .. niagara is my fav spots in US/Canada .. 5 stars read more

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The Niagara region is always a great tourist destination. The natural beauty and force of the fierce waterfalls is astounding. I wish they'd make this a national park read more

Such a must see in you bucket list of this grand majestic freak of nature to marvel upon. Truly a beautiful place that will leave you breathless. And there are lots to do!! If you are a family unit, there's definitely something for you and the kiddos to do beyond Niagara Falls nearby. And the Niagara Falls, wow spectacular that you deserve to walk around and take sooo much selfies!! There's also the boat ride and zip line too! At night, especially if you are on the Canada side, you will see the splendor of the lights befalling on the wall of the fall with colors of the lights from the Canadian side. And while we were there, we saw beautiful fireworks too! Nighttime is a totally different perspective. Go there and stay the day!! Will be short and sweet, no argument, just go here already if you can!!! read more

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Super touristy/commercialized and lots and lots of people. It was also really hot this past Sunday late afternoon, so our group was all sweaty and gross. The Canada side of the Niagara Falls is definitely better since you can see all three falls: American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls. I recommend walking on the boardwalk (stretches for at least a couple miles) to get a view of all of them. At some point when you're closer to Horseshoe Falls, you'll feel the mist from the falls blowing towards you, almost like rain. I personally was not a fan. You can also pay $$ for a boat tour (which I feel like would be fun and worth it if you had the whole day) or try the zip lining experience. Our group had only planned to be here for two hours, so we only had time to walk around, take pictures and spend time finding a good public bathroom in the commercialized area. read more

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Although crowded, there were many spaces to get closer on the railings. It was Friday so what could we expect? Parking was $35 CAD so not bad in my opinion. Expensive but the experience was worth it. Go at least once in your life! Weather was 78 degrees Fahrenheit and sunny. It felt hot but not unbearable. Plus, the falls mist over you which feels great! There is a place for gift shop items, food, and bathrooms. read more

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Beautiful day to see Niagara , American and Bridal Falls. Weather was beautiful. So easy to get tickets , line fast . Recommended go up the open deck of the boat and feel the waterfalls mist and frequency of the waterfalls. Loved it read more

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It was such a beautiful experience. I had never seen anything like this, and it was breathtaking. Just one pointer: wear your best walking shoes. read more

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