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

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Overview

Led by the most experienced local guides, your all-inclusive walking tour will provide fascinating insights into the history of Niagara. Descend 120 feet down and Journey Behind the Falls, then embark on an unforgettable Niagara City cruise boat ride through the Niagara River up to Niagara Falls. Morning are Best: beat the heat, avoid the crowds, and free up the rest of your day The perfect Niagara Falls, Canada Experience for those wanting the Top 3 Attractions (Boat, Journey, Falls) with Skip the ticket lines access. • During this intermittent walking tour, you will be traveling approx. 1.5 miles spread out over our 2.5 hours together. Lots of stops, not overwhelming • Get spectacular views of all 3 falls (Canadian Horseshoe, American and Bridal) along with Queen Victoria Park • Feel the thunderous vibrations of the Falls as you descend 120 and Journey behind the Falls • Feel the mist on your face with a thrilling Niagara City boat ride up the Niagara River into the Waterfalls.

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.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. 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.
2. Walk through this beautiful park along the Niagara Parkway and hear the history of Queen Victoria Place.
Duration: 10 mins
3. See the Skylon Tower from the parkway while your guide explains its role in the Niagara skyline.
4. Stop at the statue celebrating Nikola Tesla and learn how his innovations helped harness the power of the Falls.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Walk by this garden oasis and hear brief commentary as you continue along the parkway.
6. The first major Niagara Falls power plant on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls, completed in 1905.
7. 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.
8. Admire the most powerful of the three waterfalls from multiple viewpoints along the brink.
Duration: 15 mins
9. 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.
Duration: 45 mins
10. Check out view from Across the Gorge looking at the American side that include, American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, Cave of the Winds and Goat Island
Duration: 15 mins
11. Enjoy the Iconic Street of Fun! Featuring Go carts, Haunted Houses, Wax Museums, the Midway, Mini Putt and Restaurants.
12. Finish with the world‑famous Niagara City cruise boat ride along the Niagara River into the mist at the base of the Horseshoe Falls – the highlight for our Guests. Souvenir Rain Ponchos are provided, and you’ll get as close to the Falls for unforgettable photos and memories.
Duration: 30 mins

Inclusion

Skip the ticket line: Hornblower Boat Cruise (admission and souvenir poncho included)

Save 20% per person on Zip lining to the Falls (on own after tour)

Skip the ticket line: Journey behind the Falls (admission and souvenir rain poncho included)

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)

Guided walking tour led by a licensed, caring and professional tour guide

Exclusion

Food and drinks

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Gratuities

Transportation

Parking

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

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.

This is a walking tour. All guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace. We travel approximately 1.5 miles spread out over the 2.5 hours with plenty of breaks and rests.

The tour is mostly outdoors and operates rain or shine. Please check the local weather forecast and come prepared for the conditions.

This tour operates 100% on the CANADIAN side of the border

Walk Niagara Tours reserves the right to substitute any or all attractions due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to weather conditions, elevator malfunctions, or attraction closures.

Supplied by Walk Niagara Tours

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