Visiting Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls is known as one of the natural wonders of the world and is
renowned for its beauty. Located on the border between Canada and the United
States, Niagara Falls consists of three separate waterfalls: the Horseshoe Falls
(Canadian Falls), the American Falls, and the smaller, adjacent Bridal Veil
Falls.
The best time to visit Niagra Falls is the summertime. During
this time the Falls are both a daytime and evening attraction. From the Canadian
side, floodlights illuminate both sides of the Falls for several hours after
dark (until midnight), offering a magnificent light show.
The oldest and
best known tourist attraction at Niagara Falls is the Maid of the Mist boat
cruise, who carries its' passengers into the whirlpools beneath the Falls.
Cruise boats operate from boat docks on both the United States and Canadian
sides of the falls.
The Niagara Scenic Trolley offers guided trips along
the American Falls. Panoramic and aerial views of the falls can also be viewed
from the Flight of Angels hot air balloon ride, or by
helicopter.
Niagara's most famous landmark is the Skylon Tower. The tower
has two restaurants at its top, the lower Revolving Dining Room and the upper
Summit Suite Buffet. The amazing Revolving Dining Room seats 276 people and
revolves once every hour by resting on a circular rail that is propelled by a
motor. An observation deck sits at the tower's summit. The base of the tower
features gift shops, fast food restaurants and a large amusement arcade. This is
where you can get the best view of both the American Falls and Canadian
Horseshoe Falls as your 520 feet up from street level.
Visiting Niagra Falls is an experience
you'll never forget. It's still a favorite place for honeymoon vacations, too.