Niagara Falls Tour: Boat Ride, Journey Behind The Falls and more

4.9
(533 reviews)
Niagara Falls & Around, Canada

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

The perfect Niagara Falls CANADA tour for those looking to experience the 2 best attractions in Niagara Falls Canada along with a guided walking tour and minimal waiting in lines.

Led by the most experienced guides, your walking tour package will provide fascinating insights into the history of Niagara while you witness the cascading waters of the Journey Behind The Falls and embark on an unforgettable Boat voyage, on the world famous boat ride to the heart of the falls.

Enjoy the 2 most popular attractions while learning fascinating stories about the history and legends along the way.

• During this walking tour, we will be traveling approx 1.5 miles spread out over our 2.5 hours together.

• Get spectacular views of all 3 falls (Canadian/Horseshoe, American and Bridal)

• Feel the thunderous vibrations of the Falls from behind the 13-storey tall waterfall

• Take a thrilling boat ride up to the base of the falls

• See and learn about other sights and landmarks along the way

What's Included

Save $15 per person on Zip lining to the Falls (on own after tour)
Skip the ticket line: Hornblower Boat Cruise (admission and souvenir poncho included)
Skip the ticket line: Journey behind the Falls (admission included. 8:30 only: FIRST in line)
Save $37 per person with Niagara Helicopters (on own after tour)
Get 10% off souvenirs at Maple Leaf Place and Secret Garden (on own after tour)
Save $7 per person on Whirlpool Jet Boats (on own after tour
EXCLUSIVE: Niagara Fun Pack with over $200 in savings (it’s like getting your tour for free)
Free maple syrup tasting at Maple Leaf Place (on own after tour)
Save $1 per person on 7 Clifton Hill attractions including the SkyWheel (on own after tour)
Guided walking tour led by a licensed, caring and professional tour guide
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Transportation
Parking

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet your tour guide 15 minutes before the scheduled tour time at the Niagara Parks Welcome Centre located at 5146 Murray St, Niagara Falls, Ontario. Your tour guide will be wearing blue.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • Niagara Falls (Pass by)

    Enjoy sweeping views of all three waterfalls – Canadian Horseshoe Falls, American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls – as your guide shares stories and fun facts you won’t find in guidebooks.

    Admission ticket free
  • Queen Victoria Park (Pass by)

    Walk through this beautiful park along the Niagara Parkway and hear the history of Queen Victoria Place.

    Admission ticket free
  • Skylon Tower (Pass by)

    See the Skylon Tower from the parkway while your guide explains its role in the Niagara skyline.

    Admission ticket free
  • Nikola Tesla Statue (Pass by)

    Stop at the statue celebrating Nikola Tesla and learn how his innovations helped harness the power of the Falls.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Journey Behind the Falls

    Descend 125 feet through tunnels behind the Canadian Horseshoe Falls and feel the thunder of the water from viewing portals and the lower observation deck. 8:30am tours are among the very first guests behind the Falls before the crowds arrive.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • Horseshoe Falls (Pass by)

    Admire the most powerful of the three waterfalls from multiple viewpoints along the brink.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Table Rock Welcome Centre

    Pause at this iconic viewing area right next to the brink of the Falls for photos, restroom break, and time to browse exhibits or souvenirs.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Niagara Scow (Pass by)

    Hear the dramatic story of the stranded barge upriver and the daring rescue that followed.

    Admission ticket free
  • Toronto Power Generating Station (Pass by)

    Completed in 1906, learn how these historic power stations helped transform Niagara’s natural power into electricity.

    Admission ticket free
  • Niagara Parks Power Station (Pass by)

    The first major Niagara Falls power plant on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls, completed in 1905.

    Admission ticket free
  • Niagara Parks Floral Showhouse (Pass by)

    Walk by this garden oasis and hear brief commentary as you continue along the parkway.

    Admission ticket free
  • Rainbow Bridge (Pass by)

    Take in views of this landmark bridge connecting Canada and the USA.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Niagara City Cruises

    Finish with the world‑famous boat cruise into the mist at the base of the Horseshoe Falls – the highlight for many of our guests. Ponchos are provided and you’ll get as close as safely possible to the Falls for unforgettable photos and memories.

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Paid parking is available to use at the meeting point for the morning tours (8:30 and 9:30 start times). Parking is limited for the later start times. If the meeting point is not within walking distance of your hotel, please consider public transit, taxi or ride share for transportation.
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Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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