Niagara Peninsula: a Smartphone Audio Driving Tour

4.6
(9 reviews)

3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Embark on an unforgettable sight-seeing adventure with our innovative Smartphone Audio Tour of the stunning Niagara Peninsula.

Seamlessly integrating technology with exploration, this tour transforms your smartphone into your personal tour guide. Using GPS, the audio tour syncs with your vehicle's stereo system, immersing you in the history, culture, and natural beauty of the region while you enjoy the convenience of a self-guided tour.

An added delight is our special guest voices that bring historical characters to life, further immersing you in the vibrant tapestry of the peninsula's past.

With no time constraints, enjoy the freedom to stop anywhere and take your time exploring. Tour guide commentary plays automatically as you drive, using an easy to navigate live GPS map. No data is used during the tour.

Most points of interest have a fun multiple-choice trivia question about the sights.

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What's Included

No time constraints, take as long as you like to complete the tour
Only 1 tour booking needed per vehicle
Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours.
No signal required or data used during tour
Good mobile or WiFi connection needed for the initial download
**Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or reasons beyond our control.
Smartphone or tablet
Transportation (use your own vehicle)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The tour takes you counter-clockwise around the Niagara Peninsula and back to the starting point.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • Floral Clock (Pass by)

    Created in 1950 it is one of the largest floral clocks in the world and features a different floral design each year.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The NIAGARA GORGE was once a mecca for thrill seekers. We'll tell you why.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Hear about this incredible whirlpool which is formed due to the 'high velocity' water flowing downstream.

    Admission ticket free
  • Botanical Gardens (Pass by)

    The glass dome of the conservatory covers 11,000 square feet of lush jungle, meandering pathways and cooling waterfalls.

    Admission ticket free
  • Butterfly Conservatory (Pass by)

    99 acres of flowers, trees and aromatic herbs with paths and benches throughout the grounds

    Admission ticket free
  • Walker's Country Market (Pass by)

    Opened by the Walker family in the 1930’s, they offer fresh fruit, jams, pies, butter tarts or boxed lunches with everything in the shop sourced from their own farm!

    Admission ticket free
  • Queenston Heights Park (Pass by)

    In this historic park you’ll discover how the British Regulars, Canadians and First Nations allies fought off an American invasion in the war of 1812.

    Admission ticket free
  • Queenston Heights Park (Pass by)

    REDAN GUN.....You might be curious about the term 'Redan'. Well..... we'll tell you what it refers to.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    WINE COUNTRY...... You don’t have to travel to Napa Valley or France for great wine!

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The impressive Georgian manor was once Niagara’s finest residence.

    Admission ticket free
  • Living Water Wayside Chapel (Pass by)

    Folks around here claim it’s the smallest church in the world with its four pews, a tiny apse and two Bibles.

    Admission ticket free
  • Niagara-on-the-Lake (Pass by)

    Once the capital of Upper Canada, if history is your thing, you’re in the right place! Even if history isn't your thing, some say it is the prettiest town in Ontario and well worth a visit.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Owned and operated by the City of Saint Catherines, the zoo is free and features farm animals, a parkland, picnic area, playground, walking trails and ponds teeming with waterfowl.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Port Weller is the northern terminus of the Welland Canal with two long breakwaters. We'll tell you a bit about it and its purpose.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    If you want a close up look at ships in the Canal, your best bet is at the Welland Canals Centre and Saint Catharine’s Museum.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    FROM FRUIT TO NUTS.... Along this "road-less-travelled" you are in for some delightful surprises.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    As you enter here you'll be passing over the original northern terminus of the Welland Canal. We'll tell you a bit about it.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You might think we can’t do very much to regulate the water levels of rivers and lakes that make up the Great Lakes system. The answer to that is, well, yes and no.....

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    BESSIE: We'll tell you what In 1991, according to reports, a group of tourists spotted.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Now if you are into nature and history, we are coming up to a spot you may want to check out, Balls Falls. Situated in a Carolinian forest it offers two waterfalls and an early 19th century hamlet.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Hear about the life of an early pioneer, DAVID MORGAN, who's original log cabin is at the Marshville Heriage Society in Wainfleet.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    As you get into St. Catherines we'll tell you about the Saylem Chapel, the last station of the underground railroad and the church of Harriet Tubman.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    We'll take you to Port Promenade, a charming walk beside the Welland Canal with restaurants, shops, and a great view of the giant ships waiting their turn to pass under Bridge 21.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    But Lock 8 isn’t actually a lift lock! We'll tell you what it is....

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Hope you’ve got some room in the trunk for some roadside shopping as we head into the heart of the "Benchlands" with markets, roadside farm stands and restaurants offering local fare.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    We'll tell you some of the history of the UNITED EMPIRE LOYALISTS and how they came to be in this area.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    If you are interested, you can get an up close look at the two hydroelectric inlet towers at the north end of the park. There's lots of parking.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    At Fort Erie, 1,000 British and Canadian soldiers were killed in an attempt to seize the fort. Each year "re-enactors" from both sides of the border arrive to recreate this famous battle.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You'll be driving across one of the biggest flight highways for migrating birds in North America and we'll tell you what that actually means.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Here there's a pull-off where you'll see a stone marker with a plaque in memory of the non-commissioned officers and men killed in action at this place.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    We'll give you the history of Safari Niagara and tell you about the IBA and what it means.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You'll hear some of the interesting history of the Niagara River and the parkway that runs alongside.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    It was a rebellion! Navy Island, just downstream from the museum is where...we'll tell you.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The site covers 300 acres with a circle of panels guiding you around what was once a farmer’s field, retracing the events of the battle.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    BIRDS, BOGS & BEACHES: Just to the south on Quarry Road, is what was once the site of a clay and limestone quarry. Now ahome for fish, birds, turtles, and snakes at the Wainfleet Wetlands Conservation Area.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    We'll tell you the history behind the INTERNATION RAILWAY BRIDGE.

    Admission ticket free
  • Niagara Falls (Pass by)

    Welcome to the eighth natural wonder of the world and the most powerful falls on the planet!! We'll give you some of it's awesome details.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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