Niagara at a Glance Tour with Maid of the Mist Boat Cruise
Description
Gaze upon her Majesty and take in the natural beauty of Niagara Falls on this fully guided and narrated tour from the American side of Niagara Falls. Enjoy breathtaking views around every bend. Get up close and personal to Horseshoe Falls while on the Maid of Mist boat. Learn about the rich history mixed with fun facts from a local perspective with your guide by foot.
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Itinerary
Pick up from your Niagara Falls, NY hotel.
Niagara Falls State Park is one of the oldest parks in the US. The park contains the American Falls, the Bridal Veil Falls and a portion of the Horseshoe Falls.
From Prospect Point Observation Tower (entrance included) see the falls
The Bridal Veil Falls is the smallest of the three waterfalls that make up Niagara Falls. It is located on the American side; Luna Island separates it from the American Falls and Goat Island separates it from the Horseshoe Falls.
Get up and close and personal with Horseshoe Falls from the deck of the Maid of the Mist. Total time of the Maid of Mist boat ride is 1 hour.
Goats did once live on Goat Island! Now the island is a popular area for tourists to explore Niagara Falls on the US side.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- All infants and toddlers traveling on our vehicles are required to occupy their own seat. Please contact us to confirm requirements.
Reviews(139)
Our guide, Shelly, was exceptional! Knowledgeable , funny and very accommodating. She went beyond the norm. Would highly recommend.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that Shelly made your Niagara Falls guided tour such a memorable experience. Her knowledge, sense of humour, and commitment to providing outstanding customer service are exactly what we strive for on every Gray Line Niagara Falls tour. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are thrilled that Shelly went above and beyond to make your visit special. Thank you for choosing Gray Line for your Niagara Falls sightseeing experience, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable tour in the future!
We had probably the best tour guide ever named Shelly! Born and raised in Niagara an gave us a history of Niagara. Every stop everyone knew her. She was absolutely amazing. Request her...
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing such wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that Shelly made your Niagara Falls tour so memorable. As someone born and raised in Niagara, Shelly brings the destination’s history and local stories to life in a truly special way. Her strong connections throughout the community are a reflection of her many years of experience and genuine passion for the region. We’ll be delighted to share your kind words with her. Guests are always welcome to request Shelly for a future tour, subject to her availability. Kind regards, Breanna Gray Line Niagara Falls Team
We had a great time with Shelly! Really knowledgeable guide .
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had a great time with Shelly and found her knowledgeable. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with her. Thank you for choosing Gray Line Niagara Falls, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable tour! Kind regards, Breanna Gray Line Niagara Falls Team
My wife and I celebrated our anniversary at Niagara Falls, and it exceeded every expectation. The scenery is stunning, the experience is well worth it, and getting close enough to feel the mist made it even more memorable. The entire attraction was clean, organized, and easy to navigate. Whether it’s your first visit or your fifth, Niagara Falls is one of those places that reminds you just how incredible God’s creation is. Highly recommended!
Handsome Dan was a great guide! He definitely was entertaining and informative. Great tour. Definitely would recommend!!
Handsome Dan did a great job and was the best guide! He had plenty of stories to tell about history and throwing in jokes along the way!
We’re delighted to hear you had a fantastic time with Handsome Dan! His combination of storytelling and humour truly makes the tour special. Thank you for your kind words, and we hope to see you on another adventure soon!
Love the tour, the tour guide Vic's Mafia is funny and professional, the tour is very informational, you have a differenct experience than going by yourself, highly recommended.
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tour with Vic's Mafia. Vic's blend of humour and professionalism certainly enhances the experience, making it both fun and informative. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable adventures in the future!
Handsome Dan was the best! Full of wholesome “Dad jokes” The Reese Witherspoon joke 😂 He took us to see all the key spots and had a story for each one. If you get to DiCamelo’s bakery, get the hot eggplant sandwich and a cannoli. Amazingly good! I loved the way he went out of his way to support an old family business. That’s how you keep America great! The only thing I would’ve done differently is wear shorts and some plastic shoes. We got absolutely SOAKED at the Cave of the Winds. I took my shoes off and hung them from my belt loops!
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! It’s fantastic to hear that you had such a great time with Handsome Dan! His sense of humour and storytelling really do make the tour special, and we’re glad you enjoyed his "Dad jokes" and the fun anecdotes. It’s also great to know you had a chance to support a local family business at DiCamelo’s—those hot eggplant sandwiches and cannoli sound amazing! We appreciate your tips about being prepared for the Cave of the Winds; getting soaked is all part of the adventure! We hope to welcome you back for another exciting tour soon!
Great tour. Bus was full so 5 of us got a tour with Roy - amazing guy with loads of interesting facts and stories. Have us lots of opportunities to photograph the best spots. Vehicle was comfortable and clean. Would recommend
Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s wonderful to hear that you had a great tour with Roy. His knowledge and storytelling really make a difference in creating memorable experiences. We're glad you enjoyed the comfortable and clean vehicle, as well as the opportunities to capture those perfect photos. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to see you again for another fantastic adventure!
Ross was great. He was able to answer questions without hesitation and show us all the best attractions, along with great place for lunch.
We're delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with Ross! It's fantastic that he was able to provide quick answers and guide you to the best attractions and lunch spots. Thank you for your feedback, and we hope to see you again on another tour soon!
