Explore More When Visiting Niagara Falls
There is so much more to explore beyond the Falls. Check out the great places to have fun, eat, shop and sleep!
Old Falls Street
The three-block radius of Old Falls Street offers lots of family-friendly activities, along with downtown hotels, restaurants and shopping in Niagara Falls. Old Falls Street starts at the main entrance to the park at Prospect Park.
https://www.niagarafallsusa.com/old-falls-street/
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino is a full-amenity resort and casino located in picturesque Niagara Falls. Located three blocks from the Park at the end of Old Falls Street.
SenecaNiagaraCasino.com
Oakwood Cemetery
Oakwood Cemetery is the final resting place for families whose names are associated with the growth and development of Niagara Falls as a great industrial city and a world-renowned tourist attraction. Among those buried at Oakwood, one finds Annie Edson Taylor, the first person to travel over the falls in a barrel, Homan Walsh, the young kite flyer whose kite and progressively larger ropes sent the cable across the gorge for the suspension bridge, and the famed "Hermit of Goat Island." The cemetery also includes a memorial to "Comrades of the Grand Army of the Republic," veterans of the Civil War.
OakwoodNiagara.org
Rainbow Air
Get a whole new perspective and see the Falls from above with Rainbow Air helicopter rides.
RainbowAirInc.com
*The Niagara Power Vista
With the latest hands-on interactive technologies, multi-sensory 4D theatre, large touch screens, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) exhibits, redesigned floor layouts and new elevator to enhance accessibility, the Niagara Power Vista is action-packed. Located about 10 minutes north of the Park.
www.nypa.gov/communities/visitors-centers/niagara-power-vista
*Artpark
Artpark is a unique public park and space for art in Niagara Falls/Buffalo, complete with theatre performances and outdoor concerts. Located about 10 minutes north of the Park.
www.Artpark.net
*Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours
Enjoy a one-hour high-speed ride upriver into the Niagara Gorge, through the Devil's Hole rapids, to the edge of the whirlpool, and back. Located about 10 minutes north of the Park.
www.whirlpooljet.com
*Old Fort Niagara
Tour the grounds of the original Fort Niagara, where Native American, French, British and American soldiers lived and worked from the 18th to the 20th centuries. Located about 20 minutes north of the Park.
www.OldFortNiagara.org
*Niagara Jet City Cruises
As the only climate-controlled whitewater and historic river boating experience in Niagara Falls, Niagara Jet City Cruises will help you experience Niagara in a whole new way.
https://www.cityexperiences.com/niagara-us/city-cruises/niagara-jet/
Niagara Wine Trail
Stretching across Niagara, Orleans and Monroe counties, the Niagara Wine Trail is just minutes away from Niagara Falls.
NiagaraWineTrail.org
1st Choice Fishing Charters
Charter a fishing boat for a day and try your hand at catching some King Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) and Smallmouth Bass.
www.1stChoiceCharters.com
Lockport Locks and Erie Canal Cruises
Take a two-hour cruise down the Erie Canal, which was man-made to create passage between the Hudson and Niagara Rivers in the 1800s. Located about 40 minutes east of the Park.
LockportLocks.com
Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House Complex
Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin Martin House Complex preserves the world class masterpiece built for Wright's significant patron and friend, Darwin D. Martin.
www.DarwinMartinHouse.org
The Panic Room Niagara NY
The Panic Room Niagara is Western New York's largest escape complex! Located conveniently on Old Falls Street, steps away from Niagara Falls State Park, The Panic Room Niagara features five themed rooms and more to come soon! Clues, codes, puzzles and hidden artifacts are placed in each room of which you must use your wits, sleuthing skills and teamwork to unlock each mystery. Call for availability.
www.ThePanicRoomNiagara.com
Sight See Rentals
Sight See Rentals offer a wide variety of equipment for rent, including kickstart scooters, wheelchairs, mobility scooters, strollers, and bikes.
www.sightseerentals.com
Free Ice Skating
The outdoor ice skating rinks at DeVeaux Woods State Park and Reservoir State Park are open for ice skating, weather permitting. Skate rentals are not available, hockey is prohibited as it ruins the ice surface of the rustic rinks. Operating hours for both rinks: Sundays - Thursdays: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. / Fridays and Saturdays: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Please call 716-284-5778 for the status of rinks.
Nearby Niagara Falls Dining
Rainforest Cafe
Even though you have the wonder of the Falls to explore outside, the Rainforest Cafe lets you feel like you're in the Rainforest when you're inside! Located on Old Falls Street, just steps from the State Park.
www.sheratonatthefalls.com/rainforestcafe
Hard Rock Cafe
Filled with your favorite pieces of Rock n' Roll memorabilia, the Hard Rock Cafe will add an extra kick when you visit Niagara Falls.
www.HardRock.com
Anchor Bar
Try some hot wings at the world-famous Anchor Bar, home of the original Buffalo chicken wing.
www.anchorbar.com/locations/niagara-falls-ny
The Red Coach Inn
This charming Niagara Falls staple serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, and has a fire going during winter months and an outdoor patio for al fresco dining in the warmer months.
www.RedCoach.com
Niagara Falls Culinary Institute
Enjoy a five-star meal, at a fraction of the price, at the hands of our well-trained student chefs.
www.NiagaraCC.suny.edu
Mario's Pizza
A local favorite, Mario's Pizza whips up delicious pies--both off the menu and "make your own."
www.facebook.com/Marios-NY-Pizza-442314705859759/
Flip Burger
Great burgers and fries just outside the main entrance to the park on Old Falls Street.
www.FlipBurgerInc.net
Wine on Third
Tapas, dinner and wine in an elegant and friendly atmosphere.
www.WineOnThird.com
The Craft Kitchen & Bar
Burgers, beer and bourbons. A moment away from the brink of the falls in the heart of the Third Street Entertainment district, this establishment features the largest selection of crafted artisan beers on tap. Choose from a varied selection of specialty crafted burgers and sandwiches, as well as the standard Western New York fair of chicken wings and fish fries.
www.thecraftnf.com
Mackinali's Cafe & Bake Shop
Located on Old Falls Street just steps away from the entrance to the Niagara State Park, stop by for sandwich, coffee or signature dessert with a taste you won't soon forget.
www.mackinalis.com
Niagara Falls Shopping and Art
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls, USA
With big names in fashion like J. Crew Factory, Polo Ralph Lauren and Under Armour, it will be hard to walk away from the great deals at the Fashion Outlets in Niagara Falls.
www.FashionOutletsNiagara.com
*Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University
The Castellani Art Museum (CAM) at the center of the Niagara University campus is dedicated to the enjoyment and educational potential of artistic creativity. As a major resource for the visual arts in Niagara County, the CAM's permanent collection includes over 5,000 pieces of mainly modern and contemporary art. The museum is committed to the professional care and preservation of this artwork
www.CastellaniArtMuseum.org
Niagara Outfitters
Explore Niagara Falls through hiking, kayaking, among other tours with New York State-licensed guides.
NiagaraOutfitters.com
Niagara Falls Hotels
The hotel industry in Niagara is growing day by day! Visit www.NiagaraFallsUSA.com for the most up to date list.
The following hotels are walking distance to the park:
Sheraton Niagara Falls
www.SheratonAtTheFalls.com
The Red Coach Inn
www.RedCoach.com
Gorge View Hostel
www.GorgeView.net
Quality Inn Niagara Falls
QualityNiagaraFalls.com
Courtyard by Marriott
www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/iagny-courtyard-niagara-falls-usa
The Giacomo
TheGiacomo.com
Wingate by Wyndham
www.WyndhamHotels.com
The DoubleTree by Hilton
doubletree3.hilton.com/en/hotels/new-york/doubletree-by-hilton-hotel-niagara-falls-new-york-IAGBADT/index.html
The Hampton Inn
HamptonInn3.Hilton.com
Wyndham Garden At Niagara Falls
www.wyndhamhotels.com/wyndham-garden/niagara-falls-new-york/wyndham-garden-at-niagara-falls/overview
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott
www.Marriott.com
Seneca Niagara Casino and Resort
SenecaCasinos.com
Kalika Hotel
www.KalikaHotel.com
Holiday Inn Niagara Falls
HINiagaraFalls.com
Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, New York is located about 25 minutes south of Niagara Falls and is home to professional hockey, world-class art, delightful dining and more. Check out more to do and places to stay at www.VisitBuffaloNiagara.com
*Attractions are accessible by using the Discover Niagara Shuttle. Learn more: http://www.DiscoverNiagaraShuttle.com