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Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens: Our most recommended tours and activities

Niagara Falls, Canada: Small Group Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

1. Niagara Falls, Canada: Small Group Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

Enjoy a guided tour of the Canadian side of Niagara Falls. Experience the mighty waterfalls with stunning views of both the American Falls and the Horseshoe Falls. See the power of Niagara up close, onboard the Hornblower Niagara Cruises boat ride Voyage to the Falls. Hear about the origins of the falls and see the American and Canadian power plants that run on the Niagara River's waters. Stop to admire the beautiful Floral Clock, made up of more than 16,000 carpet bedding plants. Learn about the Niagara Glen and the Whirlpool Golf Course, and enjoy fully narrated stops at the Whirlpool Rapids Observation Deck and the Brink of the Falls. Then, ascend the Skylon Tower for panoramic aerial views and descend behind the falls as feel the Horseshoe Falls cascading above you at the Journey Behind the Falls. Cruise past the American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls aboard a Hornblower Niagara cruise boat. From December to April, when the boat tour is non-operational, visit the Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory and Niagara's Fury attraction instead. Step inside a 4D motion theater and discover the ancient story of Niagara Falls in a multi-sensory simulation of the last Ice Age

Toronto: Guided Day Trip to Niagara Falls with Attractions

2. Toronto: Guided Day Trip to Niagara Falls with Attractions

Experience a guided tour of the Canadian side of Niagara Falls and discover the mighty waterfalls with stunning views. Enjoy historical and behind-the-scenes commentary from your local and licensed tour guide. Your day will start with complimentary pickup from central hotels and locations across Downtown Toronto and Mississauga and arrive in Niagara Falls around 10:00 AM to enjoy 4 hours in summer or 3 hours in winter of free time to explore the falls. Add attractions to your tour package to experience the best of Niagara Falls. Take this tour in the summer and take the Hornblower Boat Cruise, the world-famous boat ride, formally called the Maid of the Mist. Get up close to the Niagara Gorge, American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and feel the mist of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. You can even enjoy this tour in the winter when the boat is not running. Add other famous experiences to your tour experience including the Skylon Tower, Journey Behind the Falls, or Niagara's Fury.  Explore Clifton Hill for solo and family fun with activities like the Niagara SkyWheel, Ripley's Believe it or Not, and an arcade. Pack a lunch to have a picnic by the waterfalls or order at a local restaurant. Next, go on a scenic and narrated drive across the Niagara Parkway. Stop and take photos at iconic attractions along the way like the Niagara Whirlpool Rapids, the floral clock and the Niagara Power Station. Next, enjoy a maple syrup tour and tasting and try Canadian-inspired treats like homemade fudge, poutine, maple beer, or Niagara’s famous ice wine. Return to your original location in Toronto around 5 PM and enjoy a full evening in the city with time for dinner and time to plan an evening event for yourself.

Canada: Niagara Falls Helicopter Ride and Boat Trip

3. Canada: Niagara Falls Helicopter Ride and Boat Trip

Take a guided tour of Niagara Falls to see the mighty waterfall from several different perspectives, including from the sky with a 12-minute helicopter ride. Experience the Canadian side of the falls, considered the best side to view both the American and Horseshoe Falls.  Fly directly above the falls and the whirlpool rapids to get a bird’s-eye view during a 12-minute helicopter flight. Admire the dramatic sight of this natural beauty from the air. Then see the power of Niagara Falls up close aboard the Hornblower Niagara Cruise boat, for visitors between May to November. When the boat cruise is not operating, experience the Niagara Fury and the Butterfly Conservatory. Take in 360-degree views from the observation deck of the Skylon Tower and enjoy a spectacular lunch in the revolving dining room. End with a journey behind the iconic Horseshoe Falls. The tour concludes with your safe return to your pickup location.

Toronto: Niagara Falls Express Tour with Maple Syrup Tasting

4. Toronto: Niagara Falls Express Tour with Maple Syrup Tasting

Create lifelong memories in the unforgettable Niagara Falls. On this day trip from Toronto, relax with the convenience of comfortable, round-trip transportation and the flexibility to visit your preferred attractions. A maple syrup tasting along the way rounds out your tour. Begin the day when you meet your tour driver at the meeting point in front of the Fairmont Royal York Hotel. Once on board the coach, settle in and enjoy the scenic drive from Toronto to Niagara Falls. Along the drive on Niagara Parkway, visit Maple Leaf Place for a tasting of delectable maple syrup. Continue on your way to Niagara Falls. Upon arriving, take in the fresh air and beautiful sights of this quaint town. Here, take advantage of a three-hour window of free time to visit attractions like a city cruise, Journey Behind the Falls, the Fury's, and the Tunnel at the Parks Power Station. After perusing the local shops for souvenirs and exploring to your heart's content, board the coach once more for an afternoon drive back to Toronto to conclude your tour.

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What people are saying about Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens

Overall rating

4.8 / 5

based on 2,907 reviews

Smooth pick up and day. Were given 3hrs to explore the park (if you didn't have any other tours booked). Was plenty of time to walk around and take pics. After leaving the park we stopped at the Floral clock and the power station. Also had a stop at the Maple Leaf Place on the way back which included a tasting. Our guide Kaleb was well organised and the trip was well commentated as he shared a lot of info about Toronto and Canada in general.

Was a fantastic tour really enjoyed the day with our guide Vinney. I liked the history he talked about and tied it in with some personal history. Not your typical 9-5 tour guide with fake smile this is the guy who’s born and raised and knows the town better than it’s own Mayor. Thank you for the wonderful day and will highly recommend to friends and family!

Kahed is truly a King as a guide. Even if the comments are in English it is a mine of information on the region. The visit to the site as well as the activities are magnificent. Recommended +++

Kaleb was a very enthusiastic guide. He knows a lot about Toronto, its history and its traffic ;) We loved the journey. Maybe it would also be nice to taste the ice wine he talked about.

We had a fantastic tour to Niagara Falls with our tour guide explaining all the significant landmarks on the way from Toronto. I highly recommend this tour!