Straddling New York and Canada, Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Here’s how to visit.
For many, the name Niagara Falls is synonymous with tacky souvenir shops and throngs of tourists, but don’t let that keep you away. One of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World, Niagara is made up of three different falls—American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls. More than 700,000 gallons of water pour over Niagara every second, in some places spilling from heights of more than 176 feet. It’s as awe-inspiring as it sounds.
I am a Canadian (from Ottawa) but whenever I visit Niagara (Canadian side) just to be "Tourist Ambassador" I tell Visitors that one of the very best things is the Skylon Tower. It costs about $14 (CDN) and you just go up an elevator to an observation area. Why the big deal? Appeals to Young and Old / you can stay for as long as you wish / just as interesting Day or Night / There is a 360 degree view and you walk around : see the Falls (both the Canaadian and the US side but also you look to the east and you see Niagara-on-the-Lake (Wine Growing region) and Hamilton + Toronto (way in the distance.) Beware of the many other tourist rip-offs in the area! "Caveat Emptor!" (Not all Canadians are honest!)
Great article about visiting Niagara. Should note though that due to COVID 19 the border is closed to all non-essential travel, currently until August 21.