While naturally the main reason to visit Niagara Falls is to
see the falls, there are plenty of other sights and attractions in the area
that are definitely worth your time while you visit as well. Whether you choose
to stay on the American side or the Canada side, Niagara Falls offers visitors
with breathtaking views and plenty of things to do.
Maid of the Mist
Sticking with the things Niagara Falls does best, tours of the
falls. These coal-powered boats take visitors right to the base of the falls.
This is not a tour for those who don’t want to get wet. Rain gear is provided
and many will tell you that this is the best way to see the true beauty of the falls.
These Maid of the Mist tours have
been going on since the 1840s, so there is obviously something special about
them. With boats docking on both the Ontario and New York sides, crossing
borders doesn’t have to be a concern. So don a poncho, don’t worry about your
hair, and take a trip right under the falls.
Niagara Fallsview Casino
The falls may be the main attraction, but that doesn’t mean
the nightlife can’t also make a name for itself. This Ontario casino is filled with
over 100 table games and thousands of slot machines, as well as shopping space
and a ballroom that hosts concerts and performances throughout the year. With plenty
of dining facilities within the building as well, you can find plenty of
different options for nightlife entertainment.
Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens & Butterfly Conservatory
Any nature-lover is sure to enjoy an afternoon in the Niagara
Parks Botanical Gardens. As a nice escape from the bustling, tourist-filled
areas right around the falls, this gives visitors a chance to relax while
looking at beautiful gardens. The butterfly gardens are home to thousands of
butterflies flying around brightly colored flowers inside the conservatory.
Journey Behind the Falls
Since the falls is the main reason for your visit, let’s
include another way to view the falls.
Journey Behind the Falls takes you backstage for a beautiful new view. Go
behind the falls on this tour, weaving through tunnels around the back side of
the falls. This unique perspective is magnificent, but also extremely popular,
often drawing many crowds during peak summer months. The crowds can be worth it
though for this unbelievable behind the scenes sight of this natural
attraction.
About the Author: Katie is a guest contributor from America by Rail,
featuring train tours all across Canada and Alaska.
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