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Niagara Falls Canada Tour, Boat, Skylon Tower & Maple Tasting

About this experience

A trip to Niagara Falls is not complete without a signature ride on the great Niagara City Cruises. Whether you’re traveling with family, your significant other, or friends, this famous Niagara Falls boat ride is a “must-do” while visiting the area. Experience the refreshing mist on your skin as you take a magical ride along the Niagara River. Niagara City Cruises departs from the Canadian side of the Falls and passes by the Great Gorge, American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Along the way, take in aerial views from the observation deck at Skylon Tower, and enjoy a narrated driving tour along Niagara Parkway with stunning viewpoints.

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr

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Tour + Boat and Skylon Tower
With Boat and Skylon Tower: This package gives you the ultimate Niagara experience, with both the Boat cruise and the Skylon Tower - Ride To The Top!
Pickup included
Tour + " Boat Cruise "
Ride into the mist of Niagara : On this unforgettable boat ride experience and get as close as possible to the rushing waterfalls. (Seasonal)
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Comfortable walking footwear – Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking and potential water exposure from the boat tour.
  • Weather-appropriate layers – Dress in layers and bring a light rain jacket - you'll experience both outdoor sightseeing and misty boat conditions.

What is included

  • Journey Behind the Falls or Niagara Takes Flight *if Boat is closed in off season*
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Pre-reserved Niagara Falls Boat Cruise ticket "if option selected"
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Intimate, small-group tour experience groups are limited to 6 guests to ensure quality interaction
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in the downtown Niagara Falls area
  • Ride on the yellow bug elevators at Skylon Tower Observation Deck "if option selected"
  • Visit to the "Maple Trail" which includes a maple syrup and chocolate tour and tasting
  • Recyclable Mist Poncho (keep dry from the mist of the Falls)

Not included

  • Tips (optional)

Itinerary and highlights

Experience the ultimate Niagara adventure! Board the legendary Voyage to the Falls boat cruise and sail directly into the heart of the falls, where you'll be surrounded by thundering water, refreshing mist, and the sheer power of nature. This unforgettable experience brings you closer to the falls than you ever imagined possible - it's pure magic!

Boat closed during winter months, Dec to April - Boat will be substitute with Journey behind the Falls or Niagara Takes Flight during that time. *If Option Selected.

Enjoy spectacular views of Niagara Falls and the surrounding area. Our Ride-to-the-Top and Indoor/Outdoor Observation Decks are favorite attractions in the region. Glide smoothly to the top aboard our exterior glass-enclosed “Yellow Bug Elevators” in just 52 seconds, where you will enjoy spectacular views of the Falls, the Great Gorge, the Niagara Wine District, and the city skylines of Buffalo, New York, and Toronto.
* If Option Selected.

Queen Victoria Place
Oakes Garden Theater
Clifton Hill
Bird Kingdom
White Water Walk

Enjoy a complimentary maple syrup tasting and guided tour of the production and bottling of one of Canada’s tastiest natural resources

Meeting and pickup information

  • Meet your guide outside the front entrance of The Brock Niagara Falls Fallsview hotel. Your guide will be wearing a black polo shirt with our company logo on it. Please arrive 10 mins prior to the start time to ensure the tour starts on time
  • Meet your guide outside the front entrance of the Skylon Tower. Your guide will be wearing a black polo shirt with our company logo on it. Please arrive 10 mins prior to the start time to ensure the tour starts on time
  • Complimentary pick up is offered from any hotel, motel, B&B, Airbnb, or other accommodation anywhere in the tourist area of Niagara Falls, or meet at Skylon Tower, 5200 Robinson St, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 2A2, Canada. Pick up time will be confirmed 1-2 days prior to the tour date via email or phone. If you do not have access to these, please be ready 15 minutes prior to tour start time in the hotel lobby. *Please note due to border delays pick-up is not provided from the American side of Niagara Falls. Guests are welcome to join our tour but must find their way across the border to the Brock Hotel 5685 Falls Ave, Niagara Falls where we can pick you up. It's an easy walk across the Rainbow Bridge into Canada.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Fallsview Tours Inc.

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Schedule Flexibility – We do our best to keep to schedule, but times may vary due to traffic, weather, or other unexpected delays.
  • Comfortable walking footwear – Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking and potential water exposure from the boat tour.
  • Weather-appropriate layers – Dress in layers and bring a light rain jacket - you'll experience both outdoor sightseeing and misty boat conditions.
  • Prepare to get wet – The Voyage to the Falls cruise provides ponchos, but you may still feel the spray. Embrace the mist—it's part of the magic!
  • Protect electronics – Use a waterproof pouch or zip-lock bag to keep phones and cameras dry during the boat experience.
  • E-Tickets Accepted – Show your mobile voucher to the guide at boarding.

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Complimentary pick up is offered from any hotel, motel, B&B, Airbnb, or other accommodation anywhere in the tourist area of Niagara Falls, or meet at Skylon Tower, 5200 Robinson St, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 2A2, Canada. Pick up time will be confirmed 1-2 days prior to the tour date via email or phone. If you do not have access to these, please be ready 15 minutes prior to tour start time in the hotel lobby.

*Please note due to border delays pick-up is not provided from the American side of Niagara Falls. Guests are welcome to join our tour but must find their way across the border to the Brock Hotel 5685 Falls Ave, Niagara Falls where we can pick you up. It's an easy walk across the Rainbow Bridge into Canada.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–12; Adult tickets: age 13+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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