Watching Niagara Falls is one of the most awe-inspiring things a traveler can do. The views and the power of the falls will take your breath away. It is considered one of the most romantic places on earth and one of the most popular tourist destinations and should be a must-see on your travel bucket list.
You can see Niagara Falls by traveling to northern New York or by visiting on the Canadian side – or take the two days and split them up to see both sides. If you’re visiting on the New York side make sure you get tickets to the fun ride, Maid of the Mist, a boat tour that brings you right up to the falls. Before the ride begins, learn everything you need to know about Niagara Falls at their IMAX movie.
Another fun adventure is the Cave of the Winds where you will be outfitted in special sandals and ponchos to keep you dry (oh come on, you’ll get a little wet) and then you’ll descent 175 feet into the Niagara Gorge, take a wooden walkway and head up to the Hurricane Deck where you will feel the Bridal Veil Falls crashing down around you. It’s an incredible experience.
Make sure you visit the New York Niagara Falls State Park and their 8,400 square-foot, state-of-the-art visitors’ facility too.
On the Canadian side, visit the Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory operated by the Niagara Parks Commission and home to over 2,000 butterflies. There’s also Bird Kingdom, the World’s Largest Free-Flying Indoor Aviary, where you’ll see exotic birds, animals and reptiles as you search for the legendary Lost Kingdom.
Of course, no matter what side you are on, you need to just stop and enjoy the falls for what they are – incredible. Go back and visit them multiple times before you leave. Book a dinner overlooking the falls and make sure you take some selfies of you and the falls behind you. Stay around for the fireworks shows too.
If you spend both days in Canada, make sure you head over to Toronto, and visit Ripley’s Aquarium and the Hockey Hall of Fame, which holds exhibits about players, teams, National Hockey League (NHL) records, memorabilia and NHL trophies, including the Stanley Cup.
Contact your travel agent to help plan a two-day Niagara Falls vacation.
Elite Travel Management Group, Inc
