Niagara Falls (Ontario)

Niagara Falls was incorporated on June 12, 1903. Its population was 88,000 in 2016.
Mainly a tourist destination, the main attraction has always been Niagara Falls, which brings hundreds of thousands of tourists to the city. Tourism plays a major part in the economy of the region. Increasingly, visitors seeking more natural settings are finding the Niagara River to a great place to hike and visit downstream from the Falls where the majority of visitors go.
Welcome Centres open daily at 9AM, June through August. They offer advice and maps of the area, and sell WEGO day passes and the Adventure Pass. They are located at:

• Table Rock Centre

  address: 6650 Niagara Pkwy

• Grand View Marketplace Welcome Centre

  address: 5920 Niagara Pkwy

• Niagara Parks Welcome Centre

  address: Falls Ave

• Murray Hill Welcome Centre

  address: 5146 Murray St

• Rapidsview Welcome Centre

  address: Upper Rapids Blvd

Climate

Spring: Temperatures range from 5° to 19°C (41°-66°F). Nightly temperatures range from -3° to 8° C (26° to 46°F). As temperature changes are sudden outdoor camping before mid-May is not advisable.
Summer: In June, July & August the weather is generally bright and sunny with sporadic rainfall. Storms are caused by Lake Erie and Lake Ontario and are seldom severe.
Fall: In the fall, it is unlikely to snow prior to the end of October. First killing frost and/or snowfall be expected by late October or early November. Mixed weather patterns prevail. Rain and cloudy skies are common.
Winter: The days are generally cold and clear. Snow is moderate. Snow storms are infrequent. Lake effect snowfalls are mainly localized to areas near Buffalo and southward. Lake Erie, during extended cold weather will freeze over completely. Some of the activities associated with the falls (e.g. Maid of the Mist and Marineland) do not run during winter due to the frozen conditions, but most attractions now remain open year-round, dealing with mist-related ice near Niagara Falls.

By plane

The closest airports to the Falls are across the border in the U.S. Buffalo-Niagara International Airport (BUF) just outside of Buffalo, New York is about a 20-30 minute drive from the Falls and is served by most major American carriers. Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG) is the closest airport to the Falls, but only a few scheduled flights serve it.
On the Canadian side, Hamilton International Airport (YHM) in Hamilton is about 70 km (43 mi) from Niagara Falls, and is served by WestJet. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) in Mississauga is about a 1 1/2 hour drive from the Falls and is served by most major domestic and international carriers.
Buffalo Airport Shuttle, +1 716 685-2550, offers service from the Buffalo-Niagara airport to the Canadian side of the Falls. A family of 4 can expect to pay less than $25 per person and the drivers often have great tips on where to go and what to avoid.

By car

Niagara Falls is about 2 hours from Toronto (assuming ideal traffic conditions), and 30 minutes from Buffalo.

• From New York, Boston, and the East Coast: Take I-90 west towards Buffalo to the 290 west. Exit onto the 190 north towards Grand Island and Niagara Falls. Follow the highway through Grand Island, then take the exit immediately after the North Grand Island Bridge (as you're leaving the island) for the Niagara Scenic Parkway. Continue until in downtown Niagara Falls, New York. Proceed on Rainbow Boulevard, to the Rainbow Bridge, across to Niagara Falls, Ontario.
• From Chicago and the Midwest: Cross the international border at Detroit/Windsor, then take Ontario Highway 401 east to the 403 east. Divert around Hamilton via Lincoln M. Alexander Parkway and Red Hill Valley Parkway, which will lead you to the Niagara-bound QEW. Continue to Highway 420 (signs for The Falls and Niagara Falls, USA), which becomes Roberts Street. Stay straight to go onto Falls Avenue.

If you're coming from points east of Detroit, you can instead take I-90 east through Ohio and Pennsylvania, then at Buffalo exit at I-190 north. Pass through Grand Island, then take the exit immediately after the North Grand Island Bridge (as you're leaving the island) for the Niagara Scenic Parkway. Follow the signs for the Rainbow Bridge; downtown Niagara Falls, Ontario is at the far end of the bridge.

• From Buffalo-Niagara International Airport: Take NY 33 west from the airport, the first exit off of which is I-90 eastbound (signs for Niagara Falls and Albany). Exit onto I-90, then get off at Exit 50 (I-290 west), which you'll follow to the end of the highway. From there, take I-190 north (over both Grand Island Bridges, $1 toll) to the Niagara Scenic Parkway. Follow the signs for the Rainbow Bridge; downtown Niagara Falls, Ontario is at the far end of the bridge.
• From Toronto Pearson International Airport: Take Highway 427 south to the QEW towards Hamilton. Drive for about 100 km (62 mi) and then keep left to take Highway 420 east, which becomes Roberts Street. Stay straight to go onto Falls Avenue.

By bus

• Niagara Falls Bus Terminal

  phone: +1 905-357-2133
  address: 4555 Erie Ave
  Connections to WEGO Transport Services

• Greyhound CanadaBus service to Niagara Falls from other Ontario cities.

• Megabus

• GO Transit, +1 416-869-3200, the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area's regional/commuter rail and bus system operates commuter/regional bus service to/from the Burlington train station, connecting with commuter/regional trains to/from Toronto. Most buses make stops en route in Stoney Creek, as well in Grimsby and St. Catharines. The bus ride to/from Burlington station is between 80-90 minutes. The train ride from there to downtown Toronto is another 60 minutes. However, during the summer, on Fridays (or Thursday if Friday is a holiday) evenings and weekends/holidays there are express bus services that run directly to/from Burlington station. These buses take around 65 minutes to reach Niagara Falls from Burlington. A one-way standard ticket is $22.30 to/from Toronto (as of 2019). The buses have coach style seating but seating is not reserved and there are no washrooms, wi-fi services, or any on-board amenities. Buses run every 60 minutes on weekends/holidays and 60-90 minutes on weekdays.

Taxi service to the Falls and main tourist area from the bus depot will run $10-15, If you fancy a walk the route is simple and easy, although nearly 5 km (3 mi), and has the advantage of seeing the Falls come slowly into view.

By train

The Maple Leaf train, operated jointly by Amtrak and VIA Rail, serves Niagara Falls. The train runs daily between Toronto and New York City via Oakville, St. Catharines, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Albany, and various smaller cities.
GO Transit offers two train services between Toronto and Niagara Falls. The most useful service for visitors is the Niagara Weekend GO Train Service which runs year-round on weekends and most statutory holidays. Less useful for visitors is the GO Transit workday commuter service running one train to Toronto in the early morning, returning in the evening to Niagara Falls.
Both the Maple Leaf and GO Transit trains can accommodate bikes.

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On foot

Many of the main attractions are within walking distance depending on where you walk from, and the rest are easily accessible by transit. Some roads are steep so it may be preferable to drop elderly family members off near the Falls before parking.
During the busiest tourist season (May - October), the Niagara Parkway and Queen Victoria Park along the Canadian side of the Falls, can become very crowded and finding a "picture perfect" view of the Falls is difficult. Walking to the attractions can be slow during peak tourist season with thousands of people bustling by.
If you want to park your car and walk around the city, consider parking at the Niagara Casino (near the Hilton Hotel). It is a flat $5 every time you leave the garage; there is no limit on how long you can leave your car inside the garage.

By bus

WEGO Niagara Falls operates a bus network of 3 routes: Green along the Niagara Parkway, Red along Lundys Lane and Blue along Victoria Avenue and Fallsview Avenue. All three routes converge at Table Rock Centre near the edge of the falls. There are stops at points of interest, attractions and hotels. Before using WEGO, riders must buy a one or two day pass from a select retailer (see website); drivers do not sell WEGO passes. These passes cannot be used on the NOTL shuttle, Niagara Falls Transit or Niagara Regional Transit buses where separate fares are required. Note: The Adventure Pass and Wonder Pass sold at Niagara Parks Welcome Centres both include a two-day WEGO pass.
Niagara Falls Transit, is the city's regular bus system covering sections of Niagara Falls not covered by WEGO. To pay the fare, insert exact cash (coins or paper money) into a fare box that counts and displays the amount inserted. US money is accepted at par but not pennies. After paying your fare, ask for a transfer to complete your trip on another Niagara Falls Transit bus. Day passes are available but are not valid for WEGO.
Niagara Regional Transit, operates inter-city bus routes within Niagara Region connecting the nearby cities of Niagara Falls, St. Catharines Welland, Fort Erie and Port Colborne. The regional fare must be paid in exact cash on the bus in Canadian currency. However, Niagara Regional Transit offers a free-transfer arrangement with local bus operators: Niagara Falls Transit, St. Catharines Transit and Welland Transit. If you pay the higher regional fare when boarding a bus for any of these four operators, you can request a transfer to complete the trip using any of the other operators at no extra cost. This is not valid for WEGO, nor with any other transit operator in Niagara Region.
The estimated arrival times for all WEGO, Niagara Falls Transit and Niagara Region Transit buses are availabe in graphic or text format.

By taxi

Central Taxi provides 24-hour taxi service in the Niagara Region.

Most visitors' first view of the Falls, from the Canadian side of the river, is at Queen Victoria Park along the Niagara Falls Parkway. This grand, royal garden provides the perfect vantage point for experiencing the nightly illumination of the Falls and the summer fireworks displays. The Falls are illuminated, , every evening until approximately midnight (see website for exact times) and there are Falls Fireworks shows every night in the summer months (Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only in the late spring and early fall).
Niagara Parks offers a suite of Adventure Passes that include tickets to the Hornblower Niagara Cruises, a selection of other attraction admissions (depending on price point), a two-day WEGO pass, and a bunch of discounts for additional attractions. Passes range from $65 to $90, and the components do not have to all be used on the same day.

• Hornblower Niagara Cruises

  phone: +1 905-NIAGARA
  address: 5920 Niagara Parkway
  New operator of Niagara Falls boat tours effective 2014. A boat tour to the foot of the falls, where visitors can better appreciate their thunder and spray. There are three types of cruises: Voyage to the Falls, Sunset Cocktail Cruise, and Falls Illumination/Fireworks Cruise. See their website for hours, as they vary. Many people want to use their digital cameras to take pictures, but they will get wet, so plan ahead.

• Journey Behind the Falls

  address: 6650 Niagara Pkwy
  This is an interesting attraction to consider in lieu of Hornblower Niagara Cruises (or when Hornblower Niagara Cruises isn't operating). Although popular, the lines aren't nearly as long for "Journey" as they are for Hornblower Niagara Cruises, and therefore may be a better option on crowded days, or for those travelling with small children. Ponchos are provided, as the Journey still offers participants the chance to feel the "spray" of the Falls, from portholes opening behind the Falls, as well as access to a small open area on the bank of the river, no more than 200 feet from the base of the falls. An informative guided tour that still provides somebut not all--of the thrills of the other attractions. Open year-round except 25 December. Whilst this attraction remains open during winter, often some of the viewing points are inaccessible due to snow build up.

• White Water Walk

  address: 4330 Niagara Pkwy
  A 1,000-ft (305 m) boardwalk beside the rapids. Open seasonally.

• Whirlpool Aero Car

  phone: +1 877 642-7275
  address: 3850 Niagara River Pkwy
  Cable car ride over the Niagara Whirlpool. Open March - November.

• Skylon Tower

  phone: +1 905-356-2651
  address: 5200 Robinson St
  520-ft (160 m) tower that has an observation deck. There are two restaurants with a great view of the falls. One is a revolving restaurant, the other is a buffet. There are arcade games in the base.

• Niagara Skywheel

  phone: +1 905-358-4793
  address: 4946 Clifton Hill
  Ferris-wheel-like, with air-conditioned/heated pods and views of the Falls and surrounding skyline. 10-minute ride. Year-round.
• (WT-shared) Titania at wts wikivoyage

• Butterfly Conservatory

  address: 2405 Niagara Pkwy
  Over 2,000 butterflies in an enclosed garden - great photo opportunities

• Bird Kingdom

  phone: +1 905-356-8888
  address: 5651 River Rd
  This tropical adventure with over 400 birds is the largest free-flying indoor aviary in the world.

• Floral clock

  address: 14004 Niagara Pkwy
  A clock made entirely of flowers.

• Queenston Heights Park

  address: 14184 Niagara Pkwy
  This park includes the Brock and Laura Secord Monuments. It is also an end point of the Bruce Trail, which winds it way northward over 800 km (497 mi) to Tobermory.

• IMAX theatre and Daredevil Museum

  phone: +1 905-358-3611
  address: 6170 Fallsview Blvd
  Has a 45 minute movie about the history of the Falls, filmed in 2005, that's not quite worth the price of admission ($14.50). However, the theatre also houses a daredevil exhibition with original barrels used by falls and whirlpool daredevils on display, well worth the $8.00. Some online discounts and coupons from other attractions available.

• Sir Adam Beck Power Station

  phone: +1 905-357-2379
  address: 14000 Niagara Parkway, Niagara-on-the-Lake
  Guided tour every 15 minutes, year-round. See how the massive power of the Niagara River is harnessed and used to power the surrounding area

• Floral Showhouse

  address: 7145 Niagara Pkwy
  Interior garden of orchids, succulents, and other tropical plant species. Plus eight changing floral shows per year.

• Dufferin Islands

  address: Niagara Pkwy
  Dufferin Islands is a 10-acre park with several small islands connected by small bridges and footpaths. The park is a naturalized area with indigenous vegetation, fish, bird feeding stations and bird boxes.

Niagara Falls is awesome! The list is never ending: world class casinos, rides, wax museums, haunted houses, a huge midway with more skeeball and games than you can shake a stick at, restaurants, clubs, bars, and so on. Go to Niagara Falls, get a hotel near the falls and then walk down towards Clifton Hill. The air is buzzing and there are people from all over the world there.

• Casino Niagara

  phone: +1 905-374-3598
  address: 5705 Falls Ave
  The original Niagara Falls casino. It is the oldest and smallest of the three Niagara Falls Casinos.

• Clifton Hill Attractions

  address: Clifton Hill
  Check out the vast array of flashing lights, Haunted Houses, Mazes, a Fun House, Arcade. Tons of fun attractions and restaurants. Located right near the falls between the Niagara Parkway and Victoria Ave.

• Ripley's Believe it or Not

  address: 4960 Clifton Hill

• Nightmares Fear Factory

  phone: +1 905-357-3327
  address: 5631 Victoria Ave
  Haunted house attraction, famous for the number of visitors that 'chicken out'.

Fallsview Casino

address: 6380 Fallsview Blvd

A Vegas-style casino built to replace Casino Niagara. The second of three Niagara Falls Casinos and the last to be built on the Canadian side of the Niagara Gorge.

Fallsview Indoor Waterpark

phone: +1 905-374-4444

address: 5685 Falls Ave

Niagara's largest indoor waterpark at 125,000 square feet. The water park features 16 slides, up to six stories high, full-size wavepool and outdoor year-round pool. The Fallview Indoor Waterpark is directly connected to the Sheraton on the Falls Hotel, Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls - Fallsview Hotel and the Skyline Inn Niagara Falls.

Niagara Helicopters Limited

address: 3731 Victoria Ave

Over the Falls and surrounding area.

Get married: A wide selection of destination wedding venues (ranging from free-standing chapels to parkland to facilities within individual hotels) awaits on both sides of the Falls upon advance reservation. You'll need an officiant and two witnesses; a marriage licence must be obtained in advance from any city or town clerk's office in the province.

• The City of Niagara Falls (4310 Queen St, +1 905-356-7521 ext 4283) issues marriage licences ($125, no waiting period, no medical tests) valid for 90 days anywhere in Ontario. No ceremonies are performed at Niagara City Hall.
• Niagara Parks has information about weddings, receptions, and wedding photography near the Falls.
• On your honeymoon? You can get an Official City of Niagara Falls Honeymoon Certificate from the Niagara Falls Tourism Office at 5400 Robinson St.

Greg Frewin Dinner Theatre

address: 5781 Ellen Ave

Illusionist Greg Frewin presents his Las Vegas-style magic show.

Marineland Theme Park

address: 7657 Portage Rd

Dolphin, sea lion and walrus shows. Exhibits of marine animals include killer whales, beluga whales and black bears. A variety of amusement park rides such as Sky Screamer, a three-tower ride which elevates riders high enough to see Niagara Falls a mile and a half away. The park was the subject of protests due to extensive Toronto Star coverage in 2012 where former employees documented poor conditions in which animals were held.

The Q

phone: +1 905-353-9555

address: Queen St

Queen Street has been revitalized into the latest Niagara Arts & Culture District. Art galleries, boutiques, cafés, bistros, live theatre and festivals.

WildPlay Niagara FallsThis Canadian chain of aerial adventure courses has two attractions in Niagara Falls.

• MistRider Zipline to the Falls

  address: 5850 River Rd
  The ziplines take riders on a 670-meter (2,200-foot) trip along the river gorge, with great views of all three falls.

• Whirlpool Adventure Course

  address: 3351 Niagara Pkwy
  A set of aerial adventure courses with obstacles and ziplines, near the Niagara Whirlpool. There are Classic (ages 7+), Extreme (ages 12+), and Kids' (ages 5-12) courses. There's also the "What's to Fear Jump" (ages 7+), a 40-foot loose-line freefall, available as a standalone activity or as a package with the courses.

Whirlpool Jet Boat ToursNiagara Glen departure point (approx. 8 km/5 mi from the Falls, People Mover Stop #9, very little parking). . The tours operating from Niagara Glen use the JetDome boat, which is enclosed and keeps you dry as the boat navigates the whitewater rapids. For the more traditional 'gets-you-soaking-wet' jet boat tour, you will need to use the Niagara-on-the-Lake departure point.

Winter Festival of LightsArea around the Falls. A 5 km/3 mi route along the Niagara Parkway featuring over three million sparkling tree and ground lights, and over 120 lighting displays. Illuminations run from mid Nov to Jan 31, from 5PM to midnight. Opening festivities includes fireworks. Fireworks over the Falls every Friday night at 9PM during Nov, and Dec. The fireworks are 4 minutes long. No admission, $10 donation per car suggested.

Also, don't forget the wine tours. Niagara is Ontario's best-known wine producing region. Its famous ice wines are processed in freezing temperatures in very early morning hours and only with "approved" grapes, producing a thick and sweet wine much like the muscats and ports, but without the afterbite.

As of 2018, US dollars will fetch about $1.25–$1.30 at banks and exchanges. Individual merchants will usually accept US dollars at a (lower) posted rate; $1.15 was common in mid-2018.
There are a great many souvenir shops in Niagara Falls, especially in the Clifton Hill area. The biggest might be the Grand View Marketplace at the foot of Clifton Hill just above the Hornblower Cruises docks. You'll find everything from the usual t-shirts and calendars to vials of Niagara Falls water.

As a major tourist destination, many restaurant chains are represented in Niagara Falls. In particular, there's a Hard Rock Cafe between Casino Niagara and the Sheraton on the Falls. Planet Hollywood closed in 2016.

Budget

• Basell's Restaurant & Tavern

  phone: +1 905-356-7501
  address: 4880 Victoria Ave
  A super-cheap restaurant that may look like "a little hole in the wall" but the food is delish. Try the special: soup du jour (try the vegetable), coleslaw, potatoes or fries, tea or coffee, the special, and frozen yogurt or ice cream for the end for only about $8. Dinner prices range from $8 for a sandwich to $20-something for steak or seafood.

• The Flying Saucer

  phone: +1 905-356-4553
  address: 6768 Lundy's Ln
  Diner/greasy spoon. Home of the $2.99 breakfast (two eggs, home fries and toast) served between 6AM and 10AM. Very busy on weekend mornings, but service is efficient.

Mid-range

• Antica Pizzeria & Ristorante

  phone: +1 905-356-3844
  address: 5785 Victoria Ave
  Thin-crust pizza made to order in wood-burning ovens. Can be busy at dinner time.

• Carpaccio Restaurant

  phone: +1 905-371-2063
  address: 6840 Lundy's Ln
  Lots of options including chicken, veal and steak entrées, grilled salmon, rack of lamb, ravioli, gnocchi, lasagna, wild mushroom risotto. Thin crust oven-baked pizzas. Soy spaghetti is available. Family friendly.

• Grand View Restaurant

  address: 5920 River Rd
  Great hidden cafeteria style eatery. Incredible views of the fall through the floor to ceiling glass windows. Reasonable prices for great tasting pizza, hamburgers, hot dogs. Restaurant is in the courtyard outside the Grand View (Maid of the Mist) gift shop.

• Mama Mia's Italian Eatery

  phone: +1 905-354-7471
  address: 5845 Victoria Ave
  Italian, in case the name didn't give it away. Relatively inexpensive (for Niagara Falls) and the food is good. Spaghetti (vegetarian sauce option available), manicotti, cannelloni, homemade fettuccine, lasagne, eggplant (or chicken or veal) parmigiana, gnocchi, hamburgers.

• Michinoku Japanese Restaurant

  phone: +1 905-356-3271
  address: 6100 Thorold Stone Road Unit #14
  Mainly sushi/sashimi. Excellent quality and generally high reviews. Can get busy around dinner time, but is outside of normal tourist areas.

• Napoli Ristorante and Pizzeria

  phone: +1 905-356-3345
  address: 5484 Ferry St
  Homestyle Italian food made with fresh ingredients. Casual atmosphere.

• Secret Garden Restaurant

  phone: +1 905-358-4588
  address: 5827 River Rd
  Breakfast served until 11AM daily. Large outdoor patio with a view of the American Falls and the surrounding flower gardens. Varied menu includes: hamburgers, quiche Lorraine, soups, salads, pasta, fish of the day, fish and chips, steak, rack of lamb, prime rib of beef. Vegetarian and children's menus.

• Suisha Gardens

  phone: +1 905-354-1500
  address: 5701 Lewis Ave
  Very pleasant Japanese restaurant. They cook, Teppanyaki-style, at your table. It's some tasty stuff and for what you get, the price is reasonable. The building looks old and run-down from the outside but when you enter, it's like walking into a small pocket of Japan. Sushi bar. Take-out available. Reservations recommended.

• Taco N' Tequila

  phone: +1 905-371-8255
  address: 5355 Ferry St
  Simple, yet good, Mexican fare and home of the 45 oz. margaritas.

• Yukiguni

  phone: +1 905-354-4440
  address: 5980 Fallsview Blvd
  "Yukiguni" means "snow country" in Japanese. Very good Japanese food. Loved by Japanese. Menu includes sushi, sashimi, teriyaki, tempura, and noodles.

Splurge

• Buchanans Steak and Seafood

  phone: +1 905-353-4111
  address: 6039 Stanely Ave
  Casual fine dining, regional cuisine. VQA Award of excellence wine list, live entertainment select Fridays, call for details. Steaks, chops & seafood in a Grand Lodge atmosphere. AAA/CAA approved.

• CopaCabana Brazilian Steak House

  phone: +1 905-354-8775
  address: 6671 Fallsview Blvd
  A Brazilian BBQ restaurant, where you get all-you-can-eat servings of grilled steak, pork, chicken, lamb, sausage, etc. Outdoor patio. Samba music and dancers on Friday and Saturday nights. Very busy, and there can be a long wait for tables.

• The Keg Steakhouse + Bar

  phone: +1 905-374-5170
  address: 6700 Fallsview Blvd, 9th floor
  From the ninth floor, it affords one views of Niagara Falls from virtually every table. The dining room has a warm atmosphere typically of the chain; booths with heavy Oak tables and a large stone fireplace. There is plenty of tiered seating available, allowing each guest a view of the famous waterfalls.

• Milestones on the Falls

  phone: +1 905-358-4720
  address: 6755 Fallsview Blvd
  Milestones Niagara Falls Restaurant directly overlooks the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Offering select local, Canadian, and International wines at a Fallsview full service bar. Located on the second floor of the Niagara Falls Gateway on the Falls Hotel. Book a wine tasting or group event. Free parking for Milestones guests.

• The Revolving Restaurant at Skylon Tower

  address: 5200 Robinson St
  Enjoy fine dining at the revolving restaurant near the top of the Skylon Tower or buffet dining at the Summit Suite. Enjoy lunch or dinner, desserts as well as fine wines with free access to the observation deck. The view is one of a kind and the service is impeccable.

• Terrapin Grille Niagara Falls Restaurant

  phone: +1 905-357-7300
  address: 6740 Fallsview Blvd
  Fallsview dining at its peak, presented by Chef Ron Kneabone. Wine, cocktails, beer and more available on two floors overlooking Niagara Falls. The Terrapin Bar and Lobby Lounge also cater to the sports fans offering local games during your visit. Private rooms available for groups. Luxury dining with quality ingredients and professional service. Free valet parking.

• Watermark Restaurant

  phone: +1 905-353-7138
  address: 6361 Fallsview Blvd
  Go for a drink at the martini bar during one of the fireworks shows. It offers an amazing Falls view, great for a romantic gesture or a dramatic proposal.

The legal drinking age in Ontario is 19.

• Spicy Olive

  phone: +1 905-371-2323
  address: 5026 Centre St
  Spicy Olive serves Italian food while providing live entertainment and bands in Niagara Falls. Part of the Centre Street Shuffle, a series of bars frequented by pub crawls and other group events.

Prices posted are for high season (May–October).
Numerous hotels offer a room with a view of the Falls; check with the hotel when booking and specify that you want a full fallsview room when you book, or you may be given a room with only a partial view. If getting the 'perfect' room is important to you, book through the hotel directly as opposed to on-line or via their world-wide reservations number.

Budget

• A1-Motel

  phone: +1 905-354-6038
  address: 7895 Lundys Ln

• HI-Niagara Falls

  phone: +1 905-357-0770
  address: 4549 Cataract Ave
  Shared and private rooms, activities organized (day at the beach, vineyard tours) and BBQ area.

• Skyline Inn Niagara Falls

  phone: +1 905-374-4444
  address: 4800 Bender Hill
  The newly renovated Skyline Inn Niagara Falls features over sized family rooms that fit up to 6 people in one room. The Fallsview Indoor Waterpark is connected to the hotel vis the skywalk. Features Family Movie Night, which plays every night in the main courtyard.

Mid-range

• Courtyard By Marriott Niagara Falls

  phone: +1 905-358-3083
  address: 5950 Victoria Ave
  In the centre of the Clifton Hill tourist district, Courtyard by Marriott Niagara Falls features 258 guest rooms, indoor and outdoor pools, Keg Steakhouse & Bar and more. On-site parking.

• Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls - Fallsview Hotel

  phone: +1 905-374-4444
  address: 5685 Falls Ave
  This hotel maintains its old world Victorian style and design but provides all of its customers with new world amenities. The Fallsview Indoor Waterpark is directly connected to the hotel. The Crowne Plaza hotel features indoor dining options at it Fallsview Rainbowroom Restaurant.

• Days Inn by Wyndham

  address: 4 area locations
  2-star hotels.

• Days Inn – Fallsview

  address: 6519 Stanley Ave
  1 block away from the Fallsview Casino, and the Falls itself.

• Days Inn – Centre Street

  phone: +1 905-357-2550
  address: 5068 Centre St
  Located a block and a half north of Clifton Hill. Free Wi-fi. Complimentary breakfast is not too good but inexpensive rates. Swimming pool and hot tub on premises. Very clean hotel, staff is also incredibly helpful and friendly.

• Days Inn – Near the Falls

  phone: +1 905-374-3333
  address: 5943 Victoria Ave

• Days Inn – Lundys Lane

  phone: +1 905-358-3621
  address: 7280 Lundy's Ln

Quality Inn

phone: +1 905-374-7771

address: 5234 Ferry St

Near Clifton Hill; 1km from Fallsview Casino and Casino Niagara. Price includes continental breakfast, local calls, cable TV.

Radisson Hotel & Suites Fallsview

address: 6733 Fallsview Boulevard

The newly renovated Radisson Hotel & Suites Niagara Falls has rooms and suites with spectacular views of Horseshoe Falls. The hotel features many family, romantic, and vacation packages that offer big savings. The hotel has a very elegant feel that is naturally inspired by the nearby falls.

Ramada Hotel by Wyndham Niagara Falls Fallsview

phone: +1 905-374-4142

address: 6045 Stanley Ave

Located in the Fallsview district this hotel is situated by Niagara's finest restaurants and attractions, and offers easy access to the border and highway.

Redwood Bed & Breakfast

phone: +1 905-358-1990

address: 5227 River Rd

Rodeway Inn Fallsview

phone: +1 905-354-2322

address: 6663 Stanley Ave

Clean and well kept hotel. Very reasonable breakfast restaurant on site ($5-10 per person for a large breakfast with coffee). Close to the falls and other tourist areas.

Howard Johnson by the Falls

phone: +1 905-357-4040

address: 5905 Victoria Ave

Located in the Clifton Hill district. Access to Niagara Falls WEGO bus system directly outside hotel. Double, Queen and King Rooms available. Indoor and outdoor pool on-site.

Splurge

• Doubletree Resort Lodge & Spa Fallsview

  phone: +1 905-358-3817
  address: 6039 Fallsview Blvd
  Five Lakes Aveda day spa (PDF). Indoor lap pool and family pool, whirlpool, fitness room, seasonal outdoor hot tub and garden sun deck. Doubletree Sweet Dreams sleep experience. Spacious guest rooms, two room suites and premium rooms with two person whirlpool tubs. Choose a view of the city, river or American Falls. 365 m (400 yd) to Fallsview Casino Resort.

• Embassy Suites by Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel

  phone: +1 905-356-3600
  address: 6700 Fallsview Blvd
  The hotel towers 42 storeys over the Brink of Niagara Falls - and is located 100 yards from the water's edge. Located on Fallsview Boulevard in the Fallsview Tourist District – beside the new Niagara Fallsview Casino, the hotel is surrounded by Niagara's finest restaurants and attractions and offers the finest in Fallsview accommodations.

• Four Points by Sheraton Niagara Falls - Fallsview

  phone: +1 905-357-5200
  address: 6455 Fallsview Blvd
  Directly across the street from the New Fallsview Casino. This hotel features Fallsview rooms and luxurious Whirlpool rooms. Complete fitness center including indoor waterfall swimming pool. Event, meeting and conference facilities, valet parking.

• Great Wolf Lodge

  phone: +1 905-354-4888
  address: 3950 Victoria Ave
  There is a People Mover stop here. Great for kids, very family-oriented with rooms that feature "kid cabins" which private a bit of privacy for the adults. Large indoor waterpark, spa, restaurant and cafe.

• Hilton Hotel and Suites Niagara Falls/Fallsview

  phone: +1 905-354-7887
  address: 6361 Fallsview Blvd
  City or Fallsview rooms decorated in classic resort style. Recently opened a brand new 53-storey, 500 room all-suite tower, featuring 2 new restaurants. The hotel is in the heart of the City's entertainment district and attached to the Fallsview Casino through an adjacent walkway.

• Lion's Head Bed & Breakfast

  phone: +1 905-374-1681
  address: 5239 River Rd
  Historic Edwardian home overlooking the Niagara Gorge. Three-course gourmet breakfasts.

• Marriott Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel & Spa

  phone: +1 905-357-7300
  address: 6740 Fallsview Blvd
  Featuring Fallsview accommodations, Fallsview dining at the Terrapin Grille Niagara Falls Restaurant and full-service spa. Located in the Fallsview Tourist district, take the Skywalk to the Fallsview Casino and other Niagara Falls attractions.

• Marriott Niagara Falls on the Falls Hotel & Conference Centre

  phone: +1 905-374-1077
  address: 6755 Fallsview Blvd
  Featuring Fallsview accommodations, Fallsview dining at Milestones Niagara Falls Restaurant and conference centre. Located in the Fallsview Tourist district, take the Skywalk to the Fallsview Casino and other Niagara Falls attractions. Self Parking at $29/night

• The Oakes Hotel Overlooking the Falls

  address: 6546 Fallsview Blvd
  The Oakes Hotel Overlooking the Falls is the closest hotel to the Falls, with the best views from it's Fallsview Hotel Rooms and Suites. This 21-storey hotel has a completely un-obstructed view of the falls, and is adjacent to the Fallsview Casino Resort.

• Sheraton on the Falls Hotel

  phone: +1 905-374-4445
  address: 5875 Falls Ave
  The rooms at the front of the hotel offer amazing views of the American and Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Indoor and outdoor pools. The Fallsview Indoor Waterpark is connected to the hotel. Some rooms with fireplace and jacuzzi. Features a 25-m (80-ft) buffet table at its Fallsview Restaurant.

• Niagara-on-the-Lake is a pretty, historic town located about 20 minutes north of Niagara Falls. Each summer it hosts the Shaw Festival, featuring the works of George Bernard Shaw and his contemporaries. There are also a number of wineries in the area that you can visit. WEGO Transit runs a shuttle service to Niagara-on-the-Lake from the Floral Clock seasonally (May to October).
• A short trip over the Niagara River via the Rainbow Bridge, Niagara Falls, New York is a more low-key affair. The centrepiece of the American side is Niagara Falls State Park, a quiet patch of well-manicured greenery where you'll find the Cave of the Winds, which takes you behind the falls down a series of wooden staircases. There are also hiking trails and an observation deck.
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