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What to do
- Noteworthy
- Worth the detour
- Must see
NIAGARA FALLS
Niagara Falls are the most-visited falls in the world, welcoming some 12 million visitors each year. The Niagara Falls are renowned for their exceptional width, power and beauty. You are sure to be impressed!
SKYLON TOWER
Open year round, 7 days a week from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
WALK FROM RAINBOW BRIDGE TO TABLE ROCK
WHITE WATER WALK
From there, you can enjoy a walk along the boardwalk at the very edge of the mighty rapids of the Niagara River, one of the world's wildest stretches of whitewater.
BOAT RIDE TO THE BASE OF THE FALLS
If there is one Niagara Falls attraction that you simply mustn't miss, it's the legendary boat ride to the base of the falls. The Hornblower boat tour will take you past the American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls before moving in close to the base of the horseshoe-shaped Canadian falls, where you will experience the awesome power, thundering water and amazing mist of the mighty falls in all their glory. You will be glad of the complementary raincoat before the ride is over!
May-November from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. (reduced schedule in low season).
THE WHIRLPOOL
May to October, daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
THE FALLS BY NIGHT
HELICOPTER FLIGHT OVER THE FALLS
The ultimate Niagara Falls experience is, without a doubt, a scenic helicopter ride over the falls! What better vantage point could there be for admiring the natural and man-made beauty of the town of Niagara? After a vertiginous ascent, you will soar over the majestic falls for breathtaking views of the mighty wonder of nature. A unique and unforgettable experience that will be etched in your memory forever!
Year-round, daily from 9 a.m. to sunset (weather permitting).
QUEEN STREET
This is a quaint and dynamic district that offers something for everyone, with a wide variety of boutiques, restaurants, bars, cafés, theatre and much more.
NEARBY
NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE
Take a walk along its main street, Queen Street , which is lined with charming boutiques, restaurants, hotels, tea rooms and even a pharmacy dating back to 1866 (Niagara Apothecary). The region enjoys a unique microclimate similar to that of northern California, making it an excellent wine growing region and home to some of the best vineyards in Canada. A vineyard tour is a pleasure you won't want to miss.
Where to eat
- $ Inexpensive
- $$ Moderate
- $$$ Upscale
- $$$$ Fine dining
Antica Pizzeria ($-$$)
The Mascia family has been offering quality fresh home-cooked Italian cuisine for over forty years. The warm welcome will make you feel like a member of the family. House specialty: Wood-fired pizza.
Open Monday-Sunday from noon until closing (10 or 11 p.m.).
Niagara Brewing Company ($$)
This downtown Niagara Falls brewpub aims to brew locally-inspired beers that proudly represent Canada’s brewing heritage and today’s innovative craft beer scene. The kitchen serves bistro-style fare. In summer, enjoy your beer on one of the two patios: the street-level patio facing Clifton Hill, or the Upper-Level Patio featuring views of Niagara Falls. Brewery tours are possible on Saturdays by reservation.
Open Sunday-Thursday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Friday-Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.
Tide & Vine Oyster House ($$-$$$)
Everything is made from scratch at the Tide & Vine! Don't miss the sesame-crusted albacore tuna, the lobster profiteroles, the Belgian-style brined mussels, Kat's seafood chowder and, of course, the fresh oysters.
Open Monday-Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 9 or 10 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m.
Weinkeller ($$$)
This little gem in the heart of a tourist jungle offers a casual upscale dining experience, where even the wine is made in-house (3 reds and 3 whites)! Our prix fixe menu allows you for a choice of a three or five course meal. You will have here a complete and personalized experience. Everything is delicious and prepared with fresh, seasonal and local foods. Warm atmosphere.
Open Thursday-Monday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Casa Mia Ristorante ($$$-$$$$)
This iconic Niagara restaurant has been owned and operated by the Mollica family for the past 30 years. Mother-son team Luciana and Claudio work together to create exciting and fun Italian dishes using quality ingredients.
Open for lunch Monday-Friday from noon to 2 p.m. and for dinner Monday-Saturday from 5 p.m. to 8:30 or 9 p.m.
Brasa Brazilian Steakhouse ($$$$)
The formula is simple: A selection of 12 Brazilian-style roasted meats served directly to your table, and an all-you-can-eat gourmet buffet featuring over 70 hot and cold items to accompany your meal including salads, grilled vegetables, salmon, rice, Brazilian-style potatoes, polenta, fried bananas and Brazilian cheese bread. A must-try for meat lovers but expensive for small appetites!
Open Sunday-Thursday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday-Saturday until 11 p.m.
AG / Restaurant du Sterling & Spa ($$$$)
Inspired by the growers and producers of Niagara, AG Inspired Cuisine utilizes regional and seasonal ingredients, brought together by the inventive hand of our executive chef. Beautifully designed, unique and delicious dishes are crafted to satisfy the palate, while remaining true to the very essence of the ingredients. A combination of French, American and contemporary cuisine.
Open Tuesday-Sunday from 5:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
*** Hours may vary ***
Where to sleep ?
Festivals calendar
Niagara Wine Festival
Dates: end of September 2022
Canada's largest celebration of wineries and vineyards has been in existence for over sixty years. The festival offers more than one hundred events, including winery tours and tastings, concerts, Niagara cuisine, wine seminars, family entertainment and one of Canada’s largest street parades, and attracts some 200,000 people to the Niagara region each year.
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| January | -7 | 0 | 43 | |
| February | -6 | 1 | 27 | |
| March | -3 | 5 | 44 | |
| April | 3 | 11 | 45 | |
| May | 8 | 17 | 52 | |
| June | 14 | 23 | 73 | |
| July | 18 | 26 | 68 | |
| August | 18 | 25 | 61 | |
| September | 14 | 22 | 65 | |
| October | 8 | 15 | 48 | |
| November | 3 | 9 | 44 | |
| December | -4 | 3 | 51 |
Travel reviews
A dream
(Translated by Google) Yes, seeing them in person is something. By boat, from the railing, from the park or the skylon tower, day or night, you never get tired of it.
Breathtaking !
Unmissable despite the world
(Translated by Google) We were skeptical about the "too touristy side of the place" and in the end we loved this stage. The activities are well organized and the wait is not too long, however you should avoid dinner at the Skylon Tower, it is very expensive for a meal barely at brasserie level. The passage behind the falls and the boat under the falls are a must do. Do not hesitate to go to Niagara on the Lake, it is worth a detour.
