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Niagara Falls originate from the Niagara River which flows from Lake Erie and drains into Lake Ontario. The Falls are about 120 kilometres (75 miles) from Toronto and about 27 kilometres (17 miles) from Buffalo.<\/p>\n
The city of Niagara Falls, along with Niagara-on-the-Lake and Fort Erie, form the Niagara Falls District within the Niagara Region. This is an area bounded by the Niagara River and the U.S. border on the east, Lake Ontario on the north and Lake Erie on the South.<\/p>\n
Niagara Falls History<\/h3>\n
A high likelihood for the etymology of the name points toward a word of native origin. Onyara<\/em> meaning “neck” in Mohawk, identifies the neck of land between Lake Erie and Lake Ontario. The Iroquois town of Ongniaahra<\/em> translates into “land divided into two.” Several written records indicate that during the 17th century French explorers met groups of indigenous people whom they identified as Niagagarega<\/em>.<\/p>\n The Falls were formed about 10,000 years ago during the glaciation era in the North American continent. They were discovered by European explorers in the mid 1600s and by the early 19th century the area was already a tourist attraction. Long recognized as an important and coveted source of power, Niagara Falls has been providing hydroelectric power since the late 1700s on both sides of the Canada-U.S. border.<\/p>\n Since its discovery Niagara Falls has seen its share of daredevils who challenged the powerful force of the water by jumping over the falls. A series of lunatic and illegal attempts to “survive the fall” saw a high number of individuals attempt to jump over the falls in one manner or another. Among these was a 63-year old woman who went over the falls in a barrel. She survived. Several others who followed the jump were not so lucky.<\/p>\n Thanks to the presence of the lakes the Niagara Region enjoys a less frigid climate with respect to the rest of Ontario. The microclimate in the area is the result of the mitigating effect of the lakes and the sheltering effect of the area’s geological formation. This is a fundamental economic factor that has made the Niagara Region an important fruit and vegetable-growing region.<\/p>\n Niagara enjoys four seasons with numerous frost-free days and summers that range from warm to hot. Summers tend to be humid and thunder storms are common. The average summer temperature is 27 \u00baC (81 \u00baF). The average low temperature in the winter is around -7 \u00baC (19 \u00baF).<\/p>\n Although Niagara Falls are situated along the United States-Canada border .When visiting the Falls on the Canadian side of the border it is recommended that you carry Canadian currency (not US Dollars). There is a foreign currency exchange office at the Table Rock Welcome Centre (6650 Niagara Parkway).<\/p>\n Niagara Falls<\/strong> banks<\/strong> are generally open Mon – Fri, 10 am – 4 pm. Those who do not hold accounts with these banks are charged service fees that range from CAD$3.00 to CAD$6.00 for transactions including Automatic Teller Machine services.<\/p>\n Appropriate clothing <\/strong>and footwear<\/strong> are necessary when visiting the Falls due to the high amount of water that is present in these areas. The Niagara Region enjoys a climate<\/strong> that is milder than most of Ontario, however, it can be unpredictable. The coldest months in Niagara Falls are from November to March during which visitors can expect temperatures to average between -6\u00ba C ad 4\u00ba C. Winters are subject to heavy snowfalls. The warmest months are between June and August with average temperatures between 15 \u00ba C and 26 \u00ba C. April to October constitute the in-between seasons usually ranging from comfortable to cool\/chilly.<\/p>\n For general tourist information visit the Niagara Falls Official website.<\/a><\/p>\n From Toronto Pearson International Airport<\/strong> you can reach the Falls in about one hour and a half to two hours (121km). If you are driving take highway 427-S until you reach the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) West toward Hamilton, follow the signs for Niagara\/East Hamilton\/Fort Erie. Take the ON-420 exit toward The Falls\/Niagara Falls – U.S.A.<\/p>\n If you are planning to stay in Niagara-on-the-Lake<\/strong> follow the QEW towards Niagara until you cross the Garden City Skyway at St. Catharines, exit at 38B and follow the Niagara-on-the-Lake signs until you get to Highway 55. Continue on H55 for about 12 km (7 m) northeast to Queen Street to reach the city’s Business District.<\/p>\n If you are driving from the United States<\/strong>, from New York State via Buffalo, take the I-190 N and I-290 E to Tonawanda. Exit at 1 and take the NY-265 N to LaSalle Expwy, then take R. Moses Pkwy to J. Daly Blvd in Niagara Falls, NY. Take the exit toward R. Moses Pkwy. Take Niagara St., Rainbow Bridge and Falls Ave\/Regional Rd 420 to Stanley Ave in Niagara Falls, Canada.<\/p>\n If you are staying in Toronto and you’re\u00a0planning a day or weekend trip to Niagara Falls you have several options for reaching the Falls. The Niagara Airbus can pick you up at the airport or at some of the major downtown hotels. Rates vary according to the number of passengers, luggage, where you’ll be staying, type of service and so forth. You can expect to pay an average of about CAD$150 plus tax for one person (return ticket).<\/p>\n The most economical way to travel to Niagara Falls from Toronto is by train. Via Rail<\/strong> operates out of Toronto’s Union Station. There is a Niagara Falls<\/strong> train<\/strong> schedule with trains departing all day. The two-hour ride costs roughly CAD$40 (note that fares vary according to time of day). Via Rail also operates a bus to the Falls.<\/p>\n Airport limousines and chartered buses for groups are available from Toronto International Airport to Niagara Falls.\u00a0Several companies have flat rates. Passengers should inquire at the time of booking to avoid surprises. The same company also operates taxi and shuttle bus service within the Niagara Region and to smaller airports in Hamilton, Niagara, Toronto Island and Buffalo.<\/p>\n From Toronto Airport there are taxis that operate on flat rates. They have more or less fixed rates for Niagara Falls. Some of them don’t require advance reservation or booking. If you are on a budget this may not be a good option as rates can be as much as CAD$215 one way from the airport to Niagara Falls.<\/p>\n Shuttle rates vary according to company, number of travellers, routes, etc. It’s always good to do a little research and compare rates before travelling. A typical shuttle rate from Toronto Airport to Niagara Falls based on City of Toronto and City of Niagara regulations is about CAD$220 for a 6 passenger shuttle. The ride is about one hour and thirty minutes.<\/p>\n At the moment, Niagara Falls does not have a car share program. There is one in St. Catharines, about 20 minutes from Niagara Falls. Community Car Share is the non-profit organization that runs the program.\u00a0Only long term plans for frequent drivers are available at the moment. It may not be suitable for tourists and occasional visitors to the area.<\/p>\n Operated by Niagara Parks and Commission and Niagara Falls Transit, WEGO is a bus system that will get you to the main tourist attractions<\/strong>\u00a0in Niagara Falls and Niagara Parks. Bus routes operate on a coloured line system. The Green line is for the Niagara Parks route, the Blue line is for the Fallsview route, The Red line is for Lundy’s Lane and the Purple line is for Downtown Queen Street. Bus lines meet at the Table Rock transfer point.<\/p>\n Bus fares* are CAD$7.00 for adults (13+ years) and CAD$4.00 for children aged 6-12 years for a 24-hour pass. Tax is already included. To view route maps, updated fares and schedules visit the WEGO website.<\/p>\n Public transportation in Niagara Falls is serviced by Niagara Falls Transit<\/strong>. The service is available 7-days a week. It does not operate on major holidays. Bus fare: CAD$2.50 for adults, CAD$2.25 for senior (65+), CAD$2.25 for students (13-19), CAD$1.25 for children (6-12), free for children 5 years and under. 30-Day passes for adults are CAD$70.00, seniors (65+) and students (13-19) pay CAD$54.00, high school students (13-19) pay CAD$192.00 for semester passes. Ten-day passes are $23.00 for adults, $20.50 for seniors (65+) and students (13-19) . Day passes are $6.00 for all categories.<\/p>\n For information about routes, maps and schedules visit the Niagara Falls Transit website.<\/p>\n The entertainment scene in this part of town is animated by the Casino. The Fallsview Casino and Casino Niagara emanate vibes that attract visitors for more than just the gaming tables and slot machines. The casino bars<\/strong>, restaurants<\/strong>, shops<\/strong>, beauty spas,<\/strong> hotels, live entertainment and a wedding chapel draw non-gamblers looking for daytime and after hours entertainment. The area around Fallsview boulevard is the local entertainment strip where bars and clubs are clustered. They are easily reachable on foot.<\/p>\n If you have a sense of humour and an open mind you can head over to Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Club (5705 Falls Ave.) for an evening of hilarious comedy<\/strong>. Dinner is sometimes included in the price of the show. A few doors down on Falls Avenue is the Hard Rock Club. Part of the Hard Rock Caf\u00e9 franchise the venue has thumping music you can hear down the block. Nostalgic travellers can visit the rooms dedicated to rock music<\/strong> legends, Elvis and the Beatles, or chill out in the retro lounge.<\/p>\n A less loud spot can be found at Margaritaville (6300 Fallsview Blvd). While the pseudo-island atmosphere is a little artificial this unpretentious place does operate on a more relaxed pace, even with the music from the live bands<\/strong>. The menu features a mix of island, Caribbean<\/strong> and southern<\/strong> cuisine, non alcoholic beverages and, of course, margaritas!<\/p>\n Those who prefer a more formal establishment can head over to R5 Lounge (6380 Fallsview Blvd). The upscale cocktail lounge<\/strong> has a sleek black and white d\u00e9cor with private booths and breathtaking views of the Falls.<\/p>\n The Merchant Ale House (98 St. Paul St) is a pub with a good selection of local ales<\/strong>, live music<\/strong> and plenty of atmosphere. For many people the beer assortment is worth the 20-minute trip to St. Catharines.<\/p>\n Located at the Dragonfly Night Club (6380 Fallsview Blvd) is a large, 12,000 sq.-ft. establishment with an Asian-inspired d\u00e9cor. The interior\u00a0areas are surrounded by 14-ft iron doors that divide the space and look like something you might find in one of the more recent James Bond movies. DJs play R&B <\/strong>and House music<\/strong>\u00a0while people on the crowded\u00a0dance floor<\/strong>\u00a0glance up at the\u00a0video ceiling.<\/strong><\/p>\n L3 Nightclub (6 James St., St. Catharines) opens at 9pm and provides affordable thirst quenchers and all the music you can handle. If you’re up to partying all night you can dance to the sounds of the top dance hits<\/strong>.<\/p>\n If the bar scene is not for you the annual Shaw Festival in Niagara-on-the-Lake at 10 Queen’s Parade might be\u00a0a better choice. The world renowned festival features musicals<\/strong> and cabaret<\/strong>, among other things. The season runs from April through October each year.<\/p>\n The Avalon Ballroom (6380 Fallsview Blvd) is an entertainment venue with a Las Vegas<\/strong> atmosphere. <\/strong> Animated year round by international stars<\/strong> like Jay Leno, Keith Urban and Il Divo, just to name a few, the venue also features full scale productions with dancers<\/strong> and singers.<\/strong><\/p>\n Like any other tourist destination Niagara Falls has its very own cluster of souvenir shops, and you needn’t travel far before you run into the Falls Skylon Gift Shops<\/strong>. If you are interested in more than just souvenirs, <\/strong>however, you don’t have to limit your shopping spree to the Falls area. The nearby Niagara-on-the-Lake offers a welcomed retreat after a day at the Falls. Go for a pleasant stroll along the town’s core areas and shopping district (Queen St) where you can find all kinds of shops, caf\u00e9s, restaurants, souvenir stores, book stores, museums and local markets.<\/p>\n\n Travellers looking for\u00a0retail chains like Dollarama, Carlton Cards or Future Shop can visit the Niagara Square Shopping Centre (7555 Montrose Rd). Less than 10 minutes from the Falls, this is a medium-small shopping<\/strong> mall<\/strong> where you won’t have any problems finding your way around.<\/p>\n In Niagara-on-the-Lake the Shaw Theatre Gift Shop<\/strong> (10 Queen’s Parade) offers an interesting collection of music<\/strong> and film<\/strong> DVDs<\/strong>, Broadway productions<\/strong>, musicals and George Bernard<\/strong>\u00a0Shaw Festival memorabilia<\/strong> and other assorted gifts.<\/p>\n Head over to \u00a0Clare’s Harley-Davidson<\/strong>\u00ae (590 York Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake) if you have never seen the iconic bike. The store also carries H-D\u00ae appare<\/strong>l, luggage, bike gear<\/strong> like riding jackets<\/strong>, pants, gloves, helmets, footwear and even cool H-D\u00ae stuff for your four-legged best friend.<\/p>\n 5200 Robinson St. in Niagara Falls is a one-stop shopping spot for artisan hand blown glass from Maestro Angelo Rossi. Watch a master glass maker bring life to a molten glass mix by shaping it into one-of-a-kind objects before your eyes. Each signed piece comes with a certificate of authenticity.<\/p>\n If you are looking for collectors’ items or just enjoy browsing markets head over to\u00a0Lakeshore Antiques & Treasures at 855 Lakeshore Rd., Niagara-on-the-Lake. There are 6,000 square feet of antique items\u00a0like China, crystal<\/strong>, furniture, sterling<\/strong> silver<\/strong> objects, jewellery<\/strong> and vintage records<\/strong> and collectibles. <\/strong>The market is open 7-days a week from 10 am to 5 pm.<\/p>\n For over 50 years the Niagara Falls Farmer\u2019s Market (5943) has been selling produce, jams, preservers, handmade soaps, Canadian honey, maple syrup and much more.\u00a0You can find jams, preserves, handmade soaps, <\/strong>and Canadian honey<\/strong>, among other things. Located 2 minutes from the Falls behind the Niagara Falls History Museum, the market is open Saturday mornings.<\/p>\n At the Native Canadian Arts shop (129 Queen St. Niagara-on-the-Lake) you\u2019ll find truly original hand crafted items and gifts that are not to be found anywhere else.<\/p>\n Fudge lovers can satisfy their cravings at Maple Leaf Fudge\u00ae (114 Queen St., Niagara-on-the-Lake) and find delectable gifts like hand made fudge brittle, maple syrup<\/strong> and a range of other fudge<\/strong> products<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Let your nose guide you to the Niagara-on-the-Lake shop for all things lavender like essential oils, scented blends and lavender-based food. This is where you can learn about the wonderfully-scented world of lavender and how to grow and maintain your own lavender plants. ne\u014db niagara is at 758 Stone Rd., Niagara-on-the-Lake.<\/p>\n Stand out from the crowd with one of the unique clothing at Wearable Art at 233 King St in Niagara-on-the-Lake.\u00a0The store operates with a focus on very unique artistic<\/strong> items and hand crafted-hand painted <\/strong>items such as handbags, scarves imported from all corners of the world. You can expect to find unusual blankets, toys, bookmarks, greeting cards and a collection of very amusing cat prints.<\/p>\n Serendipity (106C Queen St.,Niagara-on-the-Lake) carries beautiful French tablecloths<\/strong>, tea towels and napkins in every colour under the sun, plus hand made plates, kitchenware, jewellery from France and assorted giftware.<\/p>\n The number and range of restaurants, eateries and caf\u00e9s can largely be attributed to the presence of tourists in the area. The quality of the food in many of the mid and high range restaurants is surprisingly high, something you would not expect from a tourist town.\u00a0This is due to the availability of locally grown produce and flourishing wine industry.<\/p>\n The Cannery Restaurant (48 John St, Niagara-on-the-Lake) has an invitingly rustic decor that confers an old world atmosphere. The menu is centred on Italian cuisine and features breakfast, lunch and dinner. Sunday lunch includes delectable dishes such as delicate souffl\u00e9s<\/strong>, pasta <\/strong>and steaks.<\/p>\n Reminiscent of an Italian trattoria<\/em> The Old Winery Restaurant and Wine Bar (2228 Niagara Stone Rd) is Mediterranean<\/strong> inspired with menus that change periodically to add variety and new ingredients. Pizzas with a choice of fresh ingredients are prepared in the wood burning oven, in addition, the restaurant features fresh appetizers hearty pasta dishes and seafood.<\/strong><\/p>\n Ponte Vecchio (6380 Fallsview Blvd) tempts your palate with mushroom and black truffle sout, water buffalo mozzarella with vine tomatoes and Parma prosciutto antipasti with balsamic vinegar. The menu includes a choice of colourful salads and grilled octopus.<\/p>\n Weinkeller (5633 Victoria Ave) calls itself “a craft winery with fresh food.” The customizable\u00a0prix fixe menu features \u00e0 la carte or 3 and 5 course menus. All farm-to-table products are locally produced and they are washed down with wines from the well-stocked cellar.<\/p>\n The Charles Inn Restaurant (209 Queen St., Niagara-on-the-Lake) is a happy marriage between ambiance and food. Located on the Niagara Golf Course the patio is a lovely place to enjoy breakfast or dinner. The French-inspired menu includes truffle a\u00efoli<\/strong>, parmesan<\/strong> and truffle Mac and cheese<\/strong>, gazpacho<\/strong>, chocolate pat\u00e9<\/strong> with hazelnuts. An assortment of finger food and scones <\/strong>with Devon<\/strong> cream<\/strong>\u00a0are the perfect accompaniment to England’s most prized tradition- afternoon tea!<\/strong><\/p>\n The Copacabana (6671 Fallsview Blvd) Brazilian restaurant is a carnivore\u2019s destination. This is where you can get meat with a side order of meat, complete with samba-dancing girls and plenty of music. Meat is expensive, however, and this may not be for those on a tight budget.<\/p>\n Pay Il Gelato di Carlotta (59 Queen St., Niagara-on-the-Lake) a visit if you think you can eat cannoli stuffed with gelato, a range of sorbets<\/strong> and gelato<\/strong>s inside real fruit and pastries\u00a0<\/strong>that look as good as they taste. You will not regret it. If you can’t eat true gelato in Italy this might be the next best thing. These delights are free of emulsifiers and hydrogenated vegetable fats. Ingredients are true to their original recipes and are sourced directly from Italy. Conveniently located near the Shaw Festival this is a delightful apr\u00e8s-theatre stop.<\/p>\n Frijoles Fresh Mex Burritos (3465 Portage Rd, Niagara Falls) is a popular burrito <\/strong>destination with a choice of home made salsas. There are options for those who are allergic to gluten.<\/p>\n The Olde Angel Inn (224 Regent St., Niagara-on-the-Lake) is a charming pub with a mix of English pub food,<\/strong> tavern fare<\/strong> and European classics<\/strong>\u00a0like escargot, French onion soup and bruschetta. The cozy British pub ambiance makes up for the prices that are slightly above mid-range.<\/p>\n At 4613 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Paris Cr\u00eape Caf\u00e9 serves almost 40 types of sweet and savoury cr\u00eapes<\/strong> and French bistro food<\/strong>. The restaurant closes each afternoon for about 3 hours and reopens at 5pm except on Sundays.<\/p>\n Dense with atmosphere, the Irish Harp Pub (245 King St., Niagara-on-the-Lake) is Irish-owned and decorated – thanks to the interiors that were shipped directly from Ireland. For the most part the menu is composed of traditional<\/strong> pub<\/strong> finger food washed down with plenty of Guinness beer.<\/p>\n Every year from September to October Niagara Falls hosts Food Truck Fridays<\/em> at 300 Taylor Road at the site of the Outlet Collection mall in Niagara-on-the-Lake. The city kicked off Food Truck Fridays<\/em> in June 2014 to inaugurate the opening of the mall. The trucks operate from 12pm to 7pm and wok on a rotating basis. The fare includes menus designed and prepared by culinary students.<\/p>\n [metaslider id=3224]<\/p>\n The abundance of hotels in this part of the world is driven by the thriving tourist industry. Visitors looking for less touristy environs can travel a short distance away from the Falls and find themselves immersed in a less artificial setting. The bucolic surroundings of the Niagara vineyards and fruit orchards are the idyllic backdrop for charming B&Bs and hotels.<\/p>\n If you’re on a tight budget you will likely have to give up a suite overlooking Horseshoe Falls. You needn’t compromise on comfort, however, because there is no shortage of hotels in Niagara Falls. Let’s not forget that it is, after all, a tourist town, therefore advance booking is highly recommended, especially during the warmer months.<\/p>\n The Rex Motel (6247 Mcleod Road) is about 10 minutes from the Falls. The hotel is comfortable<\/strong> and provides good value <\/strong>for what\u00a0you pay. Rates* start at $50 during the low season and double during the high season. Free parking <\/strong>and free Wi-Fi<\/strong> are a real bonus and you are only 10 minutes from the Falls<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The Residence & Conference Centre Niagara-on-the-Lake<\/a> (26 Queen St) is in a central location within the idyllic surroundings<\/strong> of the vineyards<\/strong> and golf courses<\/strong>. It is less then 1km from the Outlet Collection shopping centre. The amenities for this budget hotel include a kitchenette<\/strong> in each room and BBQ facilities<\/strong> in the patio. <\/strong>Families with children can include a child<\/strong> under 12 years<\/strong> in their room using existing beds at no extra cost<\/strong>. The average rate is about CAD$100.<\/p>\n The Howard Johnson Hotel by The Falls<\/a> (5905 Victoria Ave) is your run-of-the-mill lodging with the standard amenities you would expect from a large chain hotel. It provides affordable<\/strong> lodging a short distance from the Falls<\/strong>.\u00a0There is a fast food chain restaurant on the premises for those on a mid-range budget.\u00a0The hotel is pet friendly (ask about extra charges for your furry buddy to avoid surprises). Winter rates start at CAD$55.<\/p>\n Blue Moon Motel (84454 Lundy’s Lane) has child-friendly<\/strong> rooms for families of varying sizes. Located about 10-15 minutes from the Falls the motel has clean rooms, a heated outdoor pool<\/strong> with a patio<\/strong> and a BBQ<\/strong> grill. Guests can make free phone calls anywhere in North America. Rates are about CAD$50 – CAD$70.<\/p>\n Embassy Suites<\/a> (6700 Fallsview Blvd) offers spectacular<\/strong> views of the Falls.<\/strong>\u00a0Located next to the Fallsview Casino, it is within walking distance of the main attractions. There is a Jacuzzi in every room<\/strong>. Average rates are about CAD195 – CAD$219. Pets are not allowed except for service animals.<\/p>\n\n If you are looking for a hotel with a view of Niagara Falls<\/strong> the Crowne Plaza Hotel<\/a> (5686 Falls Ave) offers just that. The hotel has a children’s recreation area <\/strong>with adult and children’s pools.\u00a0Daily parking rates apply so make sure you check before booking. Pets are not permitted in the hotel. The average hotel rate is about CAD$145.<\/p>\n\n Great Wolf Lodge (3950 Victoria Ave) is a 400+ room family-oriented<\/strong> hotel with on site babysitting, children’s areas <\/strong>and free <\/strong>on-site parking<\/strong>. Located 5 minutes from the Skylon Tower the hotel will cater to special diet menus<\/strong> if requested. Pets are not allowed. Hotel rates start at CAD$220.<\/p>\n Expect to pay for uninterrupted views of the American and Canadian Falls when you book at room at the Marriot Niagara Falls Hotel & Spa<\/a> (6740 Fallsview Blvd). Rates start at CAD$150 but do pay attention to all those little extras that can add up quickly.<\/p>\n\n Staying at the Tower Hotel<\/a> at Fallsview (6732 Fallsview Blvd) is like staying on<\/em> the Falls. The views are spectacular<\/strong>! Prices start at about CAD$135.00, however, depending on the type of room you choose these rates can increase significantly. The hotel is located 150 metres from the falls<\/strong> but don’t assume that you will automatically be given a room with a view of Niagara Falls. Rooms with city views have a much lower cost. The Tower Hotel includes an on-site wedding chapel<\/strong> and a restaurant on the top floor.<\/p>\n\n Pillar and Post in Niagara-on-the-Lake (48 John St. W) is part of the upscale Vintage Hotels<\/strong> and a nice change from the standardized atmosphere of chain hotels. This small<\/strong>, 122-room hotel is endowed with character<\/strong> and has a je-ne-sais-quoi country chic. With a fine restaurant<\/strong> like the Cannery you don’t even need to leave the hotel to enjoy quality dining. There is an on-site Spa<\/strong> for which the hotel is well known. Rates during the low season start at CAD$200.<\/p>\n B&Bs are generally places where service and attention are on a more personable level. Simple things like breakfast in a room full of travellers, where everyone has a story to tell, can become delightful rituals. What better place to meet people than in the familiar setting of a charming Bed and Breakfast. If you are travelling to Niagara Falls with pets and plan to stay at a B&B you should ask the owners before booking, given the small size of B&Bs pets are usually not permitted.<\/p>\n A short distance from the Falls, Greystone Manor Bed & Breakfast<\/strong> enjoys views of the Niagara River.\u00a0 The renovated Victorian building maintains many of the original materials and period character. The cozy, well-kept rooms start at CAD$125.\u00a0 Although entirely renovated the building maintains its period character and many of the original materials.<\/p>\n Accommodations Niagara B&B (5069 River Rd) offers personable service, generous breakfasts <\/strong>with menus that change often and free parking<\/strong> right on the premises. The B&B is close to everything in the area and the Falls are within a short distance. Average rates are about CAD$119-225.<\/p>\n Lion’s Head Bed & Breakfast (5239 River Rd) is a historic turn-of-the-century house with individually decorated rooms<\/strong> named after French Impressionist painters. Delicious breakfasts<\/strong> are prepared by the owner whose international hospitality experience includes a year at London’s (UK) Michelin-star rated Savoy Hotel restaurant.<\/p>\n Villa Gardenia Bed & Breakfast (4741 Zimmerman Avenue) is within walking distance of\u00a0the Niagara Falls tourist district. Built about 10 years ago the B&B has the look and atmosphere<\/strong> of a country cottage. The rooms are <\/strong>spacious<\/strong> and the staff is helpful<\/strong> in providing assistance with travel\/tourist information and preparing special diet menus on request. Beautifully-landscaped the premises include a delightful garden<\/strong> for those sought-after moments of relax and quiet meditation. The average rate is about CAD$115. This is mostly suitable for couples or single travellers as the B&B does not accept children 14 years old or younger.<\/p>\n To find reviews, hotel deals, and a comprehensive list of accommodations in Niagara falls<\/a>, please visit Expedia.ca.<\/p>\n Many visitors might be pleasantly surprised to learn that there is more to Niagara Falls than water. The region\u2019s historical sites, fruit growing areas and wineries offer an opportunity to extend your stay and explore the surrounding countryside.\u00a0 Tour options range from fully guided to self guided tours, bike, scooter, and helicopter tours of the Falls, wineries and fruit orchards. There are also a number of gourmet tours. All tours, itineraries, prices and schedules vary according to company and season.<\/p>\n Get acquainted with every aspect of Niagara Falls on this day-long tour. The tour includes the Falls Boat ride<\/strong>, a look behind the Falls<\/strong>, the Table Rock Observatory deck<\/strong>, a stroll in Niagara-on-the-Lake, a scenic drive along the Niagara River and the Niagara vineyards. Tours begin at 9:30 am. Tour prices are CAD$105 for adults, CAD$92 for seniors and students and $75 for children aged 2-12 years.<\/p>\n Touring Niagara’s wine country is a learning experience that provides insight into the heritage, historical, geological and culinary aspects of the Niagara Region. It is a chance to meet grape growers, sommeliers, wine authors and learn about wine making. Several tours include lunch and\/or dinner, tours for large groups, event tours, customized tours, small winery and estate winery tours.\u00a0They take place on a bus, bike, van or private car. You can attend culinary sessions, wine and cheese paring or play golf at one of the estate grounds.<\/p>\n Private tours are exclusive excursions that allow you to avoid the riff-raff that goes along with group tours. You can tour the falls in a vehicle of your choice with a knowledgeable guide. If you are a small group you can book a mini coach bus or luxury van. For more cozy tours book a Lincoln Town car or an Executive Sedan.<\/p>\n The 6-hour long tour includes pick-up and drop-off at any hotel or pick up area in Niagara or Toronto. The fully guided tour includes insider information and anecdotes, Falls Boat Ride, a scenic drive in Niagara-on-the-Lake and wineries. The tour allows time for souvenir shopping and photo taking with the added flexibility of being able to customize your tour. There is an additional (optional) helicopter tour of the Falls at discounted prices. Prices for 1-2 passengers: CAD$495.00, 3-4 passengers: CAD$595.00, 5-6 passengers: CAD$745.00, 7-10 passengers: $1245.00.<\/p>\n There is no better way to become acquainted with Niagara’s beautiful country side than by bicycling your way around. This is possible on a self-guided or fully-guided tour. Standard bike tours include the Niagara winery countryside, wine and cheese tasting, wine making, picnic and lunch, microbreweries, Niagara Falls Parkway and the horticulture gardens. The day-long tours start at CAD$49 plus tax. Bike options range from hybrids to mountain bikes, tandems and children’s bikes.<\/p>\n Niagara Helicopters Inc. is a company that operates an all day helicopter ride schedule much like a bus schedule. From 9am each day, 7 days a week, helicopters depart every 2-10 minutes depending on the number of people waiting. Each tour is about 9 minutes long and covers 27km (17 miles). These tours operate on a first-come-first-served basis thus eliminating the need for booking. Large groups, however, may wish to book in advance to ensure there is enough space for them. Helicopters will take 2-4 passengers on each ride. Each ride includes headsets with commentaries in 12 languages.<\/p>\n If you are looking for a longer tour Niagara Helicopters Inc. has 20-minute tours that run year-round from 9am to dusk. Contact the company to book a Grand Tour, a Family Rate tour, Honeymoon tour or a private tour.<\/p>\n If you fancy touring the Falls on two wheels you can cover more ground with a motorized eBike. Rentals are available from March to October on a daily or hourly basis with a minimum of 3 hours rental time. No driver’s license is required but there are height and weight restrictions for safety reasons. Scooter rentals start at CAD$39 for the first 3 hours. The daily average rate is about CAD$59. Different rates apply on weekends.<\/p>\n [metaslider id=3218]<\/p>\n You will probably want to get an early start during the warmer months to beat the crowds – it can be very crowded and busy during peak season. Guided tours are one of the best ways to learn important historically and geologically-relevant information about Niagara Falls and the area. For travellers whose language is not English many tours have narrative audio guides in several languages.<\/p>\n Embark on a journey to the world’s end with the Hornblower Niagara Cruises<\/strong>. For those who still think the earth is flat this may well be where it ends. The rush of adrenaline you experience underneath milions of gallons\u00a0of falling water is a once-in-a-lifetime event. Boats have been touring the Falls since the mid-1800s and today this is done on a 700-passenger vessel.<\/p>\n The boat tour<\/strong> begins at the base of the Great Gorge, then travels past the American Falls and reaches the Horseshoe Falls. The first boat boards at 7:45am, the last boat boards at 7:30pm. Night cruises board at 8:00pm. The Falls Illumination Cruise is from 9:30pm to 10:30pm. Dates and times are always at the mercy of the local weather conditions and are therefore subject to a schedule change at any time. Ticket prices for adults are CAD$19.95. Visit the website<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n The falls can be also be seen and experienced at the bottom. There is a platform along the Niagara River at the bottom of the Falls with tunnels that can be reached by elevators located on the street. This is known as the Journey Behind the Falls because the tunnels are located ![\"Niagara](\"http:\/\/expedia.blog.ca.local\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/historical.png\")
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Getting to Niagara Falls<\/h2>\n
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What to See in Niagara Falls<\/h2>\n
Niagara Falls by Boat<\/h3>\n
Journey Behind the Falls<\/h3>\n