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The breathtaking beauty of the natural wonder that is Niagara Falls would be enough to attract and hold the interest of almost any visitor. Yet, there is so much more to see and do in Niagara County that one vacation isn't long enough. Twelve million visitors arrive in the area each year More than a tourist attraction, Niagara Falls is part of our national heritage. Along with the Washington Monument, Yosemite Park, and Mount Rushmore, Niagara Falls is a place to visit with the whole family.

The entrance to the Falls on the United States side is through America's oldest park, Niagara Reservation State Park. The year round spray and mist of the Falls contribute to a thriving, diverse plant life, and the trees, flowers and shrubs in the park provide a naturally occurring, incredibly beautiful background.

Within the park there are a number of ways of enjoying the falls experience. The best spot for viewing the American falls and Upper Rapids is at Prospect Point, the piece of land that juts out the farthest west over the Niagara River. The New York State Visitors Center located there provides information and a good introduction to the falls. and surrounding parks.

The New York State Park Observation Tower is also in the park. For an admission charge, the glass walled elevator can be taken to the area above the falls for a spectacular view. For a tour of the park, take the Viewmobile from Prospect Point. Tours by tram are offered seasonally.

The world famous Maid of the Mist Boat Tour is a must. Access to the tour is gained from the Observation Tower where rain gear is provided as part of the experience. The ride lasts one half hour. The boat tours run from mid May through October.

For the more adventurous traveler, the Niagara River can be rapidly covered on the Whirlpool Jet Boat. The Cave of the Winds trip provides an opportunity to walk through the spray at the base of the Falls. There is also a helicopter tour over the Falls with Rainbow Air. For a more relaxed pace, there are the tours of the Aquarium of Niagara, Niagara's Wax Museum of History, or some of Niagara's other museums and educational facilities. Children will enjoy a visit to the Buffalo zoo and to the Herschel Carousel museum.

See top quality theater at Artpark and Artpark at the Church. Take a relaxing ride on board the Grand Lady Cruise Boat for a lunch or dinner cruise. Each night, take in the breathtaking view of the Falls, illuminated in vivid multicolor. During the summer months, Fireworks Over the Falls are featured every Friday evening. For winter visits, enjoy A Festival of Lights celebration as Niagara Falls magically becomes a winter wonderland, complete with animated displays, entertainment, and daily activities.

Just minutes from the Falls are the charming small cities, towns, and villages where a visit to a local apple orchard or farm, exploration of historic landmarks, and shopping in picturesque craft and antique stores, as well as in extensive outlet malls are all possibilities.

A fascinating vingnette of our nation's past is the extensive Erie Canal System which was hand dug in the early 1800's before the days of modern machinery. It was a marvel of engineering. Its system of locks raised and lowered the water at numerous points along the route from Albany to Buffalo to accommodate mule pulled barges carrying people and commodities. The 363 mile long canal system connected the Hudson River with Lake Erie to provide a major shipping route. A substantial height adjustment of 49.5 feet was necessary as the barges approached the Niagara escarpment. The Erie Canal Museum and two hour cruise on a surviving portion of the canal can be experienced at nearby Lockport, New York. Passengers watch the water rise as they peer from aboard the cruise boat through locks 34 and 35 at the approach to the escarpment. The cruise and museum are examples of the living history that is so abundant in the Niagara Falls, New York area, and is a treasure to share with our children and grandchildren.

Niagara is well-known as a year-round, world-class sport fishing destination. Camping and boating sites are numerous. All of this is accompanied by a friendly, welcoming, hometown feel.

Featured Attractions

Niagara Falls
716-278-1796

Niagara Falls was formed 12,000 years ago. In their present position, the Horseshoe Falls (170 feet high and 2,500 feet wide) on the Canadian side and the American Bridal Veil Falls (180 feet tall and 1,100 feet wide) are eroding at the rate of about 6 feet each year. Together, they pour about 200,000 cubic feet of water every second over the brink.

Observation Tower
Niagara Falls State Park
716-278-1796

The New York State Park Observation Tower is a 282-foot-tall structure that allows for dramatic views of all three Falls. Enjoy the view as you move to the top of the tower in a glass-walled elevator.

Prospect Point
Prospect Park
716-278-1796

Prospect Point is a prime viewing area for the American falls and upper rapids. Look for a rainbow in the morning mist or see the falls illuminated in colored lights every night.

Cave Of The Winds
Goat Island
716-278-1730

The Cave of the Winds Trip features a walking tour that follows wooden walkways to within 25 feet of the base of the falls. An elevator takes visitors 175 feet through the Niagara rock escarpment to view the falls from the bottom.

Daredevil Museum
303 Rainbow Boulevard
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
716-282-4046

Contains daredevil material including barrels and a jet ski, and also a pictorial history of the daredevils.

Whirlpool State Park
Robert Moses Parkway
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
716-284-4691

The Whirlpool State Park is on a bluff overlooking the whirlpool that results from the Niagara River's 90-degree turn. Nature trails run throughout the park, with ramps and steps winding along the gorge.

Captain Bill’s Upper River Diving Adventure
7815 Buffalo Avenue
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
716-283-3483

Scuba instruction and equipment, River Drift Dives, Sea Lion Dive Adventures, and safe boating courses.

Flight of Angels
310 Rainbow Boulevard South
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
716-278-0824

Take a unique 15-minute ride in a tethered helium balloon that goes 400 feet in the air.

Haunted House of Wax
222 Rainbow Boulevard South
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
716-804-0670

Get “spooked” by the scary moving characters in this fully animated house.

Niagara Arts & Cultural Center (The NACC)
1201 Pine Avenue
Niagara Falls, NY 14301
716-282-7530

This 1924 landmark building is home to over 100 artists and groups that offer classes. Browse the two art galleries and two theaters.

Castellani Art Museum at the Falls
101 Old Falls Street
Niagara University, NY 14109
716-286-8200

Peruse the solo exhibitions by regional artists and enjoy the summer shows celebrating the Falls and the surrounding areas.

The First Tee of Niagara Falls
4333 Porter Road
Niagara Falls, NY 14305
716-297-7000

Full-service facility offering instruction by PGA professionals.

Hyde Park Golf Course
4343 Porter Road
Niagara Falls, NY 14305
716-297-2067

One 18-hole course and one 9-hole course.

Seneca Niagara Casino
310 Fourth Street
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
877-873-6322

Full-service casino offering reel-spinning slot machines, video slots (more than 3,00 combined), and over 97 table games. They also have a buffet restaurant, steakhouse, and cocktail lounge along with a showroom style theater and music venue.

Niagara Aerospace Museum
345 Third Street
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
716-278-0060

The Niagara Aerospace Museum is dedicated to preserving the history of powered flight and of planes used in recent wars. It also recounts some of the history of associated industries such as Calspan, Cornell Aeronautical Labs, and Moog. The WWII Bell Airacobra, early helicopters, gasoline and jet engines, civilian airplanes and other aircraft are on display.

Aquarium of Niagara
701 Whirlpool Street
Niagara Falls, NY 14301
716-285-3575

The Aquarium of Niagara displays more than 1,500 aquatic animals ranging from the Great Lakes to the coral reefs and is home to the state's largest collection of Great Lakes Fish. Visitors can see California sea lions, sharks, piranha, river otters and more. Highlights include a colony of endangered Peruvian penguins and an outdoor harbor seal pool.

Goat Island
716-278-1796

Goat Island is easily accessible by foot or vehicular bridge. This wooded island has paved drives and walks that offer spectacular views of the falls. The Three Sisters Islands, which lie in the rapids, are accessible by a footbridge, as is Luna Island, which lies between the American and Bridal Veil falls. Wonderful area for a quiet walk, close-up view of the rapids.

Niagara's Wax Museum of History
303 Prospect Street
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
716-285-1271

Niagara’s Wax Museum of History features exhibits with life size wax figures in scenes depicting the history of the area. Topographic maps and collections of memorabilia from the Niagara frontier also are displayed.

Niagara Scenic Trolley
Niagara Falls State Park
716-278-1730

Stops at many different locations throughout the park. The knowledgeable guide shares the history and significance of the park as it goes on a three mile scenic route through the park.

Maid of the Mist Boat Tour
151 Buffalo Avenue
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
716-284-8897

Access via Observation Tower elevator at Prospect Point in the state park, 716-284-8897
The Maid of the Mist Boat Tour is a world famous 30-minute boat tour of the three Falls located in New York State and Ontario, Canada. Waterproof clothing is provided.

Niagara Gorge Discovery Center
Robert Moses Parkway
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
716-278-1070

Enjoy interactive displays as you learn the natural and local history of the Niagara Gorge and Falls. They also have a virtual reality Gorge Elevator Experience and the Real Time Gorge Camera.

Devil’s Hole State Park
Robert Moses Parkway
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
716-284-4691

Trails for walking, running, and biking along with picnic area and fishing area.

Hyde Park
Rt 62 and Robbins Drive
Niagara Falls, NY 14305
716-286-4300

Enjoy this scenic area for picnics, swimming, wading pool, bocce courts, volleyball, baseball, indoor ice-skating, playground, nature trails, tennis court, golf course, and fishing area.

The Krow’s Nest Family Fun Center
The Summit Mall
6929 Williams Street
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
716-298-0098

Enjoy this complete family activity center that boasts a kids zone, playground, indoor batting cages, arcade games, paintless paintball, and more.

Rainbow Air Helicopter Tours
454 Main Street
Niagara Falls, NY 14301
716-284-2800

Climb aboard a professionally flown helicopter for a tour of a lifetime that takes you above and around the Falls.

Smokin’ Joes Family Fun Center
304 Rainbow Boulevard
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
888-FMLY-FUN

Quality time with the family can be spent here while browsing the souvenir shop, exploring the A-Maze-ment Zone, bounce houses, arcade games, and more. Food and beverages on site. Fun for the whole family!

Thrill Ride Niagara
307 Prospect Street
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
716-284-6094

Try this simulator ride that is computerized that gives you an up-close and awesome view of Niagara Falls and the sensation of actually going over the Falls!

Thunder Theater/JD Gifts
21 Mayor Michael O’Laughlin Drive
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
716-205-0770

Experience the 4-D adventure “Legends of Niagara Falls”, eat at the Thunder Falls Café, and browse through the gift shop and the most unique souvenir shop in town!

May

Annual Niagara Folk Arts Festival
905-685-6589

This is the oldest heritage festival with several days of celebration of music, theatre, dance, artists, and more! Fun for the whole family.

Spring Festival at the Falls
877-642-7275

Experience the annual Maid of the Mist Parade, fireworks, concerts, sporting events, gardening seminars, and much more.

June

National Trails Day
716-278-1770

Annual length of the Gorge Walk!

Taste of Niagara
716-553-3049

Enjoy sampling culinary specialties, extravagant desserts, wines, live entertainment, and many other enjoyable activities!

PoultryFest Niagara
905-957-3751

Celebrate the poultry industry with breakfast, food court, craft show and sale, fun competitions and games, discovery center, truck and tractor show, kids zone, teen zone, live entertainment, toy show, beer garden, and lots more for the whole family!

July

St. Stan’s Annual Polish Festival
716-285-3604

Enjoy some of the best polka music around along with a huge wooden dance floor, picnic items in the food court, games, and fun for the whole family.

September

Niagara Food Festival
905-735-1761

Come and enjoy more than 30 samples of the region’s best restaurants along with some of the best tasting wines in the world!

Niagara Grape & Wine Festival
905-688-0212

Enjoy over 90 fun and entertaining events during this annual gala! Taste the wine, the food, listen to live music, and two parades! Fun for the whole family.

October

Great Niagara Gorge Festival
716-282-3243

Children’s bicycle contest, live play, orchestra, children’s storytelling, and much more.

Pumpkinfest
905-688-5601

The whole family will enjoy pumpkin carving, costume parade, children’s crafts, jump ‘n bounce, and much more.

November

Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
716-285-0377

Trees and thousands of lights will light up the park!

Annual Christmas Arts & Crafts Show
716-433-0813

Browse through over 100 crafts created by more than 50 artists!

November-January

Winter Festival of Lights
800-563-2557

Festival of Lights features indoor and outdoor light displays, activities and entertainment for all ages.

Population:

62,000+

Time Zone:

Eastern Time

Climate:

Niagara's winters are brisk and chilly, and snow and ice can continue into the month of March. A snowstorm is still a possibility even in mid April. Winter highs average in the upper 30s, with lows in the teens. Spring highs reach the 70s and lows cool into the 30s. Daytime summer highs are capable of reaching 80 degrees, but be prepared with a jacket when evening lows dip into the lower 50s and cool breezes come in off Lakes Ontario and Erie. Fall daytime highs can reach 60 degrees, but temps cool in the evening to the low 20s.

Airport:

Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
4200 Genesee Street
Cheektowaga, NY 14225
716-630-6000

Rail:

Amtrak
800-USA-RAIL

Bus:

Greyhound
800-231-2222

Getting Around Niagara Falls:

Within the city, the streets are laid out in an easy to follow grid pattern. Numbered streets run north to south and named streets run east to west. Avenues run east to west and boulevards run north to south or diagonally.

The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (Metro)
City Bus, Trolley and Train
716-855-7300

Taxis:

Blue United Taxi Service
716-285-3333

LaSalle Cab Dispatch Service
716-284-8833

Visitor Information:

Niagara Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau
310 Fourth Street
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
716-285-2400

Featured Destination Hotels

Howard Johnson Hotel at the Falls

Affordable comfort in the heart of Niagara Falls. Niagara's Howard Johnson at the Falls offers premier lodging at Family rates. We are just a short stroll to the: * Famous Falls - (one & 1/2 blocks) * Area Attractions - Aquarium, Schoellkopf Geological Museum (3 blocks) * Rainbow Bridge - (one block) * Niagara Falls Convention & Visitors Center (3 blocks) * Cave of the Winds (Operating April - October) - Goat Island (within walking distance) * Canadian Casino - 15 minute walk over the Rainbow Bridge * Hard Rock Cafe - (2 blocks) * Upper Rapids - (3 blocks) * Lower River and the Gorge (just behind the Hotel) * Whirlpool and Lower Rapids (3/4 mile) * Maid of the Mist Boat Ride (Operating April - October) - Prospect Point or available with a Bedore Tour * Bedore Tours (Operating April - October) - 3 hour sightseeing tour of Canada & US with Maid of the Mist boat ride or nighttime illumination of the Falls * Helicopter Tours (Operating April - October) by Rainbow Air (helipad located on premises) 7 minute breathtaking flight More Information..

Holiday Inn Select NIAGARA FALLS

Welcome to the Holiday Inn Select Hotel Niagara Falls, New York! ***SEE BELOW FOR RENOVATION INFORMATION*** We are an upscale hotel with 391 comfortably appointed guest rooms and suites, located in the heart of Niagara Falls. Walk to all major tourist attractions in Niagara Falls USA and Canada. We are also directly across the street from the Seneca Niagara Casino and adjacent to the brand new Conference Center Niagara Falls. We are located just minutes away from Niagara University, Fashion Outlets of Niagara, Lewiston, and Casino Niagara (Canada) and less than a 1/2 hour drive from Buffalo, N.Y.. Area attractions include : Maid of the Mist Boat Ride, Cave of the Winds, Journey Behind the Falls, helicopter rides, souvenir shops, and many nature & hiking trails. Grayline Tours can be reserved in and depart from our lobby. Phin's Restaurant & Lounge offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktails daily. We offer free parking, free high speed wireless Internet access in all guest rooms and public areas, free HBO, and dry-cleaning services. ***INDOOR POOL IS CLOSED FROM OCTOBER 22 - DECEMBER 15, 2006 FOR RENOVATIONS******HOTEL IS CURRENTLY UNDERGOING MAJOR CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION OF ALL GUEST ROOMS, PUBLIC AREAS, AND BANQUET SPACE, TO BE COMPLETED IN LATE FALL 2006.******GUESTS WITH DISABILITIES: PLEASE CALL HOTEL FOR BUILDING ACCESS INFORMATION PRIOR TO ARRIVAL*** This hotel is committed to providing accessible facilities under the American Disabilities Act. If your accessibility needs are not met, please contact the Hotel Manager on Duty. Should you require additional information regarding accessible facilities for guests with disabilities, please call 1-800-Holiday (U.S. and Canada) or contact the hotel directly. For the hearing impaired, TDD service is available at 1-800-238-5544 within the U.S. and Canada. More Information..

Barton Hill Hotel And Spa

MINUTES FROM THE SPLENDOR OF NIAGARA FALLS EXPERIENCE THE DISTINCTION OF THE AREAS PREMIERE BOUTIQUE INN AND SPA THE BARTON HILL. OUR SERVICE IS OUR HALLMARK. More Information..

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