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Niagara Falls Attractions

Where emotions run deep

Every year, millions of visitors come to experience the spectacular beauty of Niagara Falls. It’s always free to walk into Niagara Falls State Park to see the Falls, and it’s open 365 days a year. What many people are happy to discover, however, is that along with this majestic natural wonder, the tours and activities that you can enjoy inside the park provide hours of added Niagara Falls fun.

Discover the splendor of the American Falls and Niagara Falls State Park, home to jaw-dropping natural beauty, miles of trails and fascinating historical sites just waiting to be explored.

Niagara Falls State Park is situated on 400 acres of lush terrain, where you’ll find protected wildlife and an array of exciting activities and fantastic attractions. Storied landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, who also designed Central Park, created a natural wonderland that surrounds Niagara Falls. It includes gardens, over 15 miles of challenging hiking trails and stunning views at every turn.

Catch a ride on the Niagara Scenic Trolley. You’ll save time and pick up some helpful tips and interesting facts about the Falls.

Ready to start planning your trip? View the Niagara Falls State Park map.

Niagara Falls State Park Pro Tip: There are typically longer wait times for the attractions on weekends — especially holiday weekends. So, you’ll want to plan your visit accordingly. During the summer, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday are often the best days to visit.

Welcome Center

The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Welcome Center at Niagara Falls State Park is now open.

The Niagara Falls State Park Welcome Center with large glass windows and a flat roof, surrounded by trees and illuminated at dusk.

Niagara Falls Scenic Trolley

All aboard! Getting around Niagara Falls State Park is fun and convenient aboard the vintage-style Niagara Falls Scenic Trolley.

A couple walking toward a green Niagara Falls Scenic Trolley on a sunny day.

Cave of the Winds

A thrilling walk on Niagara Falls’ wild side, the spectacular Cave of the Winds Tour takes visitors into a stormy mist zone, where “soaking up the experience” takes on new meaning.

Due to maintenance, the Cave of the Winds will be closed on January 9, 2025.

People in winter clothes admiring Niagara Falls and a rainbow from a wooden viewing platform at Cave of the Winds.

Aquarium of Niagara

There’s a vast ocean of discovery to experience at the Aquarium of Niagara, located just a few blocks away from Niagara Falls State Park.

A girl smiling at glowing jellyfish in the Aquarium of Niagara.

Maid of the Mist

Ready to explore the roar? The Maid of the Mist boat tour takes visitors on an excursion right into the basin of Niagara Falls State Park’s Horseshoe Falls.

The Maid of the Mist with passengers in blue raincoats floats near a lush, green shoreline.

Hiking Trails

Go on an adventure while getting in touch with nature on one of the numerous Niagara Gorge hiking trails.

A family of four walking along a tree-lined path in Niagara Gorge with colorful autumn leaves on a sunny day.

Observation Tower

The Niagara Falls Observation Tower provides the only panoramic view of all three waterfalls, including the American Falls.

A couple standing by a railing at Niagara Falls Observation Tower, overlooking the falls with mist and lush greenery.

Schoellkopf Power Station Ruins Site

Take the elevator down to the new deck for a breathtaking view of the Niagara Gorge and what remains of the Schoellkopf Power Station.

The Schoellkopf Power Plant ruins at Niagara Falls State Park
A person riding a red bike by an overlook at Niagara Falls State Park on a sunny day.

Park Information

If you’re new to Niagara Falls State Park, we can help. This is everything you need to know to make your trip a success.

A scenic view of a bridge over a river at sunset, with the Niagara Falls skyline and lush greenery.

Explore the Region

There’s more to Niagara Falls than just the park. Here’s what’s close by and worth your time.