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4.3 (121 reviews)
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Maid or the Mist
Matthew K.

Our Experience with them was amazing and you get every bang with your buck. First they picked us up at our Bed and Breakfast which was the Butler House so don't have to pay for parking. Secondly our tour guide Randy was amazing and knowledgeable about the area and always had our tickets ready for us to go right in. We did both the American side and Canadian side. First was the American side where we did The maid of the mist which wasn't crowded and was breathtaking and the cave of the winds was fun again wasn't crowded. He gave us plenty of time to walk and take photos. Then he took us on the Canadian side for Lunch at a maple factory that also made chocolates. We went to the whirlpool and We also saw the horseshoe falls and ended at Skylon needle and it was all included in the tour. If you're going to see the Falls this is the only tour guide to use!! Only complaint was I wish they had a Venmo QR code to tip the guides as I normally don't carry cash. But we asked him and he gave us his Venmo and we tipped him!!

#teamnick
Yami D.

If you're visiting Niagara Falls and want a truly VIP experience, look no further than Over the Falls Tours and ask for Nick! From the moment he greeted us, Nick brought incredible energy, humor, and deep knowledge of the area that kept us engaged the entire time. He made the history of the Falls come alive with fun facts, personal stories, and even some great photo tips. He was super patient, accommodating, and went above and beyond to make sure everyone felt comfortable and included. You can tell he loves what he does -- and it shows! Nick didn't just guide us, he hosted us like we were family. My family and I walked away not just with amazing memories, but with a new appreciation for the beauty and power of Niagara Falls all thanks to Nick. Don't think twice. Book the tour, and if you get Nick, you're in for a treat! #TeamNick

Jason N.

How can you come to Niagara Falls without "doing it all", and this is maybe the best way to do that. Obviously you pay way more money to take this tour, than to do these destinations on your own, Pros and Cons? Certainly. Pros: -They pick you up at either your hotel, or a designated area. -You get to go to the highlight spots without having to purchase separate tickets. -You do not have to pay for parking, or attempt to find parking for each of the attractions. -Border crossing could not be more easy. Cons: -You may not get to spend as much time, or you may spend too much time for you, at each of the attractions. -You are tied to a group, so part of the pace of you journey is tied to the others you are bundled with. -The "Lunch" stop. Yes you can pack your own, you can purchase at the designated spot which has a store and a Maple Syrup tasting, but clearly this is a designated tourist trap and of course the stop here was quite long. -The sign in the front of the van to "Tip your drivers, that 20% is customary as this is how they make the majority of their wages"

Everyone has fun
Michael G.

Everything we experienced was excellent. Our tour guide, Martine was knowledgeable, kind, polite, and prompt. The vehicle was clean and spacious. We got to see everything without many lines. The next time I take some of my grandchildren to Niagara Falls, I will absolutely use these people again. I would strongly recommend that if you do this, book early in the day before the lines start to form at the attractions.

Whirlpool
Kenneth K.

Amazing tour! So glad to have booked and found this on Viator as it gave us the chance to see both sides of the Falls. Pick-up may be earlier than the scheduled time depending on how many places are picked up so be sure to get up early for the morning tour and check your text messages. It is pricy but well worth it as it is the only way to see both sides of the falls without having to drive or taxi and meet other amazing people. Nancy was amazing and knowledgable and was also very accommodating of our disabilities. We bought snacks since we didn't expect to be able to get lunch but we did stop for a delicious lunch at Maple Leaf Place that had wonderful Canadian food as well as ice wine and maple beer and an amazing store attached. We started with Cave of the Winds and followed with a view of Three Sisters Island on Goat Island on the US Side and then went to Canada where we did the Hornblower cruise followed by lunch and then went to the Niagara Whirlpool on the north side of town and ended the day at Skylon Tower before heading back to our hotels. This is our favorite tour we have ever done anywhere and would highly recommend to anyone without a car or wants to visit the Canada side from the US without paying the extra cost for more insurance (as many of the US boarded customers did).

Winnie, Tommy & Legendary Lenny
Tommy Y.

The tour was fantastic! "Legendary Lenny" was our tour guide. He brought us to the Falls and did it with a humorous flare. He was also a master at time organization and managed to keep our group together and moving along. The attractions that we saw were breathtaking, but I'd honestly have to say that I've been on about 20 tours in my life and Lenny is by far my favorite! He will keep you entertained. I hope anyone reading my review is fortunate enough to spend part of their vacation with him as their guide.

Over the falls tour was an amazing experience! Our tour guide Jessica was the best! (Picture of her taking a pic)
Erica B.

Jessica made our tour so much fun! Great info! Great tips! Communicated with us nonstop and made our day super fun!

Great pictures from Nancy!

We recently took a tour in Canada with Over the Falls Tours and had the incredible fortune of being guided by Nancy. Dawn was also very helpful on the phone and made sure everything was set up and we had all the information we needed! Great tip on the water shoes! Those were crucial! Our tour guide Nancy made our entire experience unforgettable! From the moment we met her, her warm and welcoming personality put us at ease. Her extensive knowledge of the area was evident as she shared fascinating insights and stories that brought each location to life. Nancy's expertise was apparent in her ability to navigate the tour with precision. She knew all the secrets and best routes, which meant we were able to see all the key attractions with almost no wait time or lines. This allowed us to make the most of our time and enjoy every moment without feeling rushed. What truly set Nancy apart was her exceptional level of care and attention to detail. Her enthusiasm was infectious, and it was clear that she genuinely loves what she does. She ensured we were comfortable and well-informed at all times. She always educated us on what to do at each stop to make the experience even better like where to stand on the Maid of the Mist, the best route while at the American Falls, etc. Multiple people from other tour companies commented to us in passing that we had the best tour guide in Niagara Falls and we wouldn't agree more. Everyone knew who she was no matter where we stopped! Nancy went above and beyond to make our tour special including add a few extra stops for personal reasons which didn't bother her at all! Overall, Nancy is the reason our tour was so great. Her passion, knowledge, and dedication made for an outstanding experience that we will cherish forever. We highly recommend Nancy and Over the Falls Tours to anyone looking for an extraordinary private tour experience in Canada. Thank you, Nancy, for making our trip truly memorable!

Awesome and wet lol

We did a full day trip with David. Had a great time definitely worth the money. We only had 24 hours to see as much as we could. I'm so grateful we found the site it provided a great overall experience in such a short time. Money well spent

Maiden of the Mist
Mary G.

We had the most amazing time but I think its mostly because of out tour guide Lenny!!! He also made my daughter feel special all day, it was her 30th Birthday...it was an amazing trip full of Wonderfull sites, fun and laughter , we couldn't have asked for a better day !! we went to the falls, parks, cave of the winds, a bakery, had a picnic , , so much fun...A Must DO!!!

Molly H.

We did the maid of the mist and Canadian side tour with Jairus (the ukulele guy!) and had a fabulous time! First off, major props to the customer service folks working behind the scenes. They responded to my emails quickly and when our flight got cancelled and we had to change the pickup time and location, they were able to switch things easily for us which was so helpful. We met our group of 15 at the aquarium in Niagara, NY (tip - parking is free on the weekdays, at least in May!) and headed to Luna Island and Terrapin point, both on the US side. The views were amazing! We then hopped back in the mini bus and headed to the maid of the mist. That was fun but you definitely get wet! We stood on the port side underneath and still got a bit wet, though the ponchos helped. We crossed the border which took maybe 25 min and stopped at a look out above the Canadian falls. We then did a lunch/souvenir stop at maple leaf place. Definitely touristy and overpriced. The food was just okay, so recommend bringing snacks and your own water! We then went to the whirlpool lookout and finished the tour going up the skylon tower. So many amazing views! I highly recommend picking a weekday and avoiding the peak season if you can! We chose a Friday in May (the first day the maid of the mist was open actually) and the crowds were minimal and weather perfect. The tour also can last longer than anticipated depending on the border, so we got picked up around 9:45am and were back to our car on the NY side around 4pm. We loved J though, he had great stories and his ukulele playing was unique! Highly recommend this tour to see all of the sights of Niagara.

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Maid Of The Mist - Maid of the mist

Maid Of The Mist

4.6(631 reviews)
5.5 mi

Introduction to Rochester, NY Trip & Day at Niagara Falls/Buffalo:…read more Now onto the 1st review of the scrapbook series since my girlfriend & I got in a relationship. Representing 1st of 2 from April 2024 is Maid of the Mist. In January 2024 before our relationship started, a friend called me invited me to their relationship love ceremony, not an actual marriage but exchanging vows when the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 was happening over western NY, more specifically in his birthplace, Rochester. On February 29, 2024, during my girlfriend & I's 6th date, we were talking about the logistics of the trip. It was very early on to be planning this trip, but we knew the relationship was going great. We stayed 3 nights at the AirBnB in Rochester, and we had a great time together on the trip. One of the days the group took a day trip to Niagara Falls. Thankfully, it was just the 2 of us in her car both ways, which in all honesty was a nice break from the group. Experience with Maid of the Mist: Besides simply going to Niagara Falls, admiring the great views of the falls, & taking photos, which is great to begin with, going on the Maid of the Mist is a must do for a Niagara Falls trip. Both the US & Canada sides have Maid of the Mist. You go down a ways to the water level, given a blue pancho which says Maid of the Mist, because you do get wet from the water spray, and you board the boat. The boat takes you to the various falls, and it's really cool getting the water sprayed on you, both metaphorically & literally cool. April 9th average high temperature is a bone chilling 52 F, and it really is bone chilling when water is spraying on you. But we really lucked out, it was an unseasonably warm 80 F in Niagara Falls, which was a record high for them. The timing of this total solar eclipse & their love ceremony was what was it was. In general, summer is the best time to do Maid of the Mist, when it's very likely to be warm out. In summary, if in Niagara Falls, try to go to Maid of the Mist unless it's extremely cold or bad weather. Even if it had been that 52 F high average temp, I'm sure we would've done, but would've been more bundled up for it.

Absolutely fabulous time riding Maid of the Mist into the heart of Niagara Falls…read more Check in was super easy and after a short elevator down to the water, we were given a poncho and thanks goodness for that. You will get wet. A small change of position from the boat seems to bring sheets of water onto the decks. Judging from everyone's faces, we were all enjoying ourselves. I highly recommend this.

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Maid Of The Mist - Our e-boats are powered by Niagara Falls!

Our e-boats are powered by Niagara Falls!

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My ticket and the rule.

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Niagara Falls State Park - Please step carefully for the other residents and visitors of of NFSP! Thank YOU!!

Niagara Falls State Park

4.6(1.1k reviews)
5.4 mi

POWERFUL! 4.8…read more We travel internationally far more often than we travel within the States, but a visit to Niagara Falls should undoubtedly be on everyone's U.S. bucket list. So, of course, while vacationing in Syracuse, we had to make the drive west to experience this spectacular wonder, one of the "Seven Natural Wonders of North America." Many years ago, I had seen the falls from the Canadian side, but this trip offered an entirely different perspective from the New York vantage point. There are three waterfalls in total, separated by landmasses: Horseshoe Falls, the largest of the three; American Falls, the second largest; and Bridal Veil Falls, the smallest. While Niagara Falls doesn't rank among the world's tallest waterfalls, in fact, it doesn't make the top 500. It is the sheer width, immense volume, and astonishing flow rate that make it so impressive. The seemingly endless torrent of water comes from the Great Lakes, with four of the five, Superior, Michigan, Huron, and Erie, ultimately feeding the Niagara River. There is a large visitor parking lot where you pay a fee, but once inside Niagara Falls State Park, you're free to explore on foot. There are several paid tours and attractions, but we opted to simply follow the "Attractions & Trails" map and make our way through the park at our own pace. We started at Stop #2, Terrapin Point, for an up-close view of the massive Horseshoe Falls. Standing there, surrounded by the thunderous roar and tremendous force of the rushing water, was awe-inspiring. Following the map, we continued along the paved walkway all the way to the end, where we discovered a quieter trail with noticeably fewer crowds. It was wonderfully peaceful, watching and listening to the gentle stream of water which was a striking contrast to the thunderous falls just moments before. The trail eventually looped us back around to the main pathway. For lunch, we stopped at The Top of the Falls Restaurant. I ordered the Blue Niagara Splash cocktail, and we shared a chicken wrap and salad. The food was basic diner fare, but it did the job and satisfied our need for a quick bite before heading out. If you're up for witnessing something truly spectacular, put Niagara Falls on your list. At our leisurely pace, we spent a little over two hours exploring the park. Since we needed to be back in Syracuse by late afternoon, we left before seeing the falls illuminated at night. For that, it gives us one more reason to return.

While in Buffalo, I decided to visit Niagara Falls. After being issued a poncho, a boat takes you…read moreout allowing you to feel the powerful winds and water emitting from this magnificent feature of nature. It was an incredible experience to witness up close. Fun fact: Niagara Falls is actually three waterfalls: Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls. At peak flow, about 750,000 gallons of water per second can go over the falls.

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Best views this week! I love this place

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Fire works at Niagara falls State Park 10pm START

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Discovery Tours Unlimited - On the Niagara River below the fireworks

Discovery Tours Unlimited

5.0(2 reviews)
5.5 mi

I cannot say enough great things about Discovery Tours and our guide for the day, Tim…read more We stopped in the area for the day on our way to Toronto and decided to do the Undiscovered Winery Tour...we couldn't be more happy with our decision. Our guide Tim picked us up at the Fallsview Casino, which was convenient for us, before we picked up one more group of 2. The small group of us (4 plus Tim) was just the right size. Tim was very knowedgeable both about wine and the Niagra region. He took the time to get to know each of us and what tastes were like in wine. We stopped at 4 wineries (all were equally delicious, although I'd have to say my favorite was the red Ice Wine from Vineland) and each time Tim brought us inside, introduced us to the staff, and helped offer suggestions based on what he had learned about us. We also learned the proper way to taste at our very first stop. This was a welcome change from other tours we have done in the past where the tour bus simply stops in the parking lot while you go inside, sample, then come out when you are ready to leave. This was much more personable and made for an excellent tour experience. In addition to the 4 wineries we stopped at the Upper Canada Cheese company to sample their fine cheeses, as well as stopped mid-day in Jordan Village for lunch. The tour was well structured and you had plenty of time to shop after each tasting as well if you wanted to (although none of the wineries/staff were pushy in any way whatsoever.) Overall it was a great day, great experience, and I would certainly consider other future tours with Discovery.

I purchased a wine tour with Discovery Tours unlimited from Buytopia and the customer service that…read moreI received was beyond excellent. I had a few questions regarding the tour which I had emailed in, and I had received responses within an hour of submitting my question. Clear information was provided and I was even offered a pickup from my hotel. I am excited for the tour and am already impressed with the customer service.

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Discovery Tours Unlimited - Your guide, Tim the Wine Nut at Vineland

Your guide, Tim the Wine Nut at Vineland

Discovery Tours Unlimited - Flights of Wine, Discover The Difference

Flights of Wine, Discover The Difference

Discovery Tours Unlimited - Fireworks from the base of the falls

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Fireworks from the base of the falls

Niagara City Cruises - Niagara City Cruises (Voyage to the Falls)_Yelp_Sanju-16

Niagara City Cruises

4.6(519 reviews)
5.7 mi

A Niagara Falls boat ride is the must do and quintessential activity...its awesome! YOU WILL GET…read moreWET!!! Any grand illusions you had about maintaining a cute hairstyle or dry shoes will instantly evaporate into the blinding mist. The plastic protection only partially protects. The short and slowing moving boat slowly cruises past the American Falls, then onto the epic Horseshoe Falls and back in about 30 minutes...one of the best 30 minutes of my life. The America Falls is the foreplay, nice, gentler, and beautiful...but Horseshoe Falls is like a long lasting wet climax that shocks and electrifies your body soul. The sheer power of the water is undeniably humbling. By the time the boat turns around and brings you back to safety, you will emerge thoroughly soaked, wildly exhilarated, and oddly proud of surviving the world's wettest, slowest, and sexiest boat tour. $48 CAD / $35 USD isn't cheap, but worth every penny.

In the mist of the Falls, my brother turned to me and said "everyone's got to do this at least once…read morein their life" and I couldn't agree more! For CAD $48 (~$35 USD) you can sail to the heart of the Niagara Falls! Everyone is provided their signature red poncho to protect your belongings. You can enjoy the view from the indoor cabin or get the full watery experience outside by the side rails or top deck. I chose the bow rails and got absolutely soaked! The views of the falls from up close were truly stunning and unforgettable! This is a must do when visiting the Niagara Falls! Don't miss out!

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Niagara City Cruises - American falls

American falls

Niagara City Cruises - Smiles all around

Smiles all around

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Journey Behind the Falls - The other portal, just solid ice. When thawed would be the waterfall, a wall of water

Journey Behind the Falls

3.7(307 reviews)
6.1 mi

With a grandiose and exciting name like "Journey Behind the Falls", you would think this would be a…read morethrilling adventure! It's not... Its still interesting overall... Take an elevator down to the shafts...walk through some narrow claustrophobic tunnels, wait in line to see Niagara Falls from behind through some small portals, which is interesting but disappointing at the same time. Finally walk out to the main balcony that is the very closest to the falls for some incredible and sensational views of the falls. Fortunately we were on a quiet weekday late afternoon, otherwise I think this would've been a disaster on a crowded weekend. $33CAD still seems steep for this experience, but it was included in my Niagara Falls Pass which makes it close to $20CAD, or $14USD, which I would say worth it.

Great view of horseshoe falls. The observation deck was a cool experience…read more They sell way too many tickets for each time frame and it was very crowded, which made the "behind the falls" experience a drag. Long lines everywhere, even before you get down there. Crowded elevators. Staff doesn't care if you're packed in like sardines. Also minus one star for forcing everyone to take a picture, printing them out, and just throwing them away unless you pay them money. At that point at least give out the examples. Ultimately, I think if you do one of the boat tours, you get a closer view of the falls, and this attraction isn't really needed.

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Journey Behind the Falls - A photo shot

A photo shot

Journey Behind the Falls
Journey Behind the Falls

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Grape Escape Wine Tours

Grape Escape Wine Tours

4.6(50 reviews)
11.6 mi

Best booked wine tour experience…read more Usually when I am wine touring, the Okanagan BC, I start off driving and someone else has to take over as DD cuz I'll be hammered after the first stop. So of course denounced to me that booking a Bicycle Wine Tour in Niagara-on-the-Lake was a great idea. We started the tour with a shuttle ride from Niagara - Falls to the Lake, along the river side we learned a lot of history, a mini tour of the rapids, drive by the flower clock, (wtf) and a view of the bridges to bring you back to Canada from the other side of the river, and a whip around the cute town on Niagara-on-the-Lake. Now for the good stuff, after we got bike fitted, or plopped, we started our ride. and at the first stop before I was drunk I decided to fall off my bike after I had come to a complete stop. You know, just to get the fall out of the way, get drunk, and not feel the pain. (you get it). Plentiful amounts a beer was poured to easy my side. PondView Vineyard was phenomenal, our wine connoisseur was practically fancy with his wine drinking demonstration that made the wine aerating through the mouth and cheese eating so much more fun. Lunch at Iniskilin was very good, simple and complex when paired with their good Pino Grigio. The last winery I cannot remember the name of but it was of German decent, and even though they had a feel of unpreparedness the chocolate and wine was delectable. The bike ride back to the escape office was a drunkenly good time, all mostly landing on the sidewalk. At the end of it all, I did feel like I got a great expereince's worth for my money spent with Grape Escape.

We had a private wine tour with Chris for two couples and it was outstanding. We were in a minivan…read morewhich was perfect for the 4 of us. He was so interesting, fun and gave us so much information about the area and the wines. He took us to three wineries and we had an outstanding dinner after that at The Cannery. I highly recommend this company and especially the private tour...it is well worth it.

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Grape Escape Wine Tours
Grape Escape Wine Tours
Grape Escape Wine Tours

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