Niagara Falls is one of the most powerful natural spectacles in North America — over six million cubic feet of water thunder over the falls every minute, and no photo quite prepares you for the scale and noise up close. The American side offers some of the best vantage points anywhere on the falls.
Top Things to Do at Niagara Falls
The Maid of the Mist boat tour is the classic way to experience the falls — sailing right into the mist at the base of Horseshoe Falls in a blue poncho, close enough to feel the spray and the roar. Cave of the Winds takes a different angle, a series of walkways and stairs that bring you within feet of Bridal Veil Falls at the base of the gorge.
Niagara Falls State Park, the oldest state park in the country, has multiple observation points along the American side, including Terrapin Point on Goat Island for one of the closest views of Horseshoe Falls without getting on a boat. At night in warmer months, the falls are illuminated in color, and fireworks light up the gorge on select summer evenings.
What to Pack for Niagara Falls
Expect to get wet — the mist reaches well beyond the falls themselves, and a poncho only helps so much. The VacationGrabs Leather Sling Bag is a smart choice to keep valuables protected and close, and the VacationGrabs Leather Overnight Duffel is a good size for a Niagara weekend.
Book Niagara Falls Tours and Experiences
Maid of the Mist boat tours, Cave of the Winds tickets, and helicopter tours over the falls are among the best ways to experience Niagara. Browse Niagara Falls tours and experiences below to plan your trip.
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