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Niagara Falls: First Boat Cruise & Journey Behind the Falls

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Niagara Falls, USA

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Overview

Embark on an exclusive morning Niagara City Cruises boat for an up-close view of Niagara Falls, followed by an expert guided walking tour featuring Rainbow Bridge, Table Rock, American Falls, and Horseshoe Falls. But the best is yet to come! Enjoy reserved access to the Journey Behind the Falls experience.

What's Included

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Niagara City Cruises poncho
  • Journey Behind the Falls ticket
  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Niagara River Parkway
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X8, Canada

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End point

Niagara River Parkway
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6T2, Canada

Table Rock Visitor Center 6650 Niagara Pkwy, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada

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What To Expect

Niagara City Cruises

See Niagara Falls up close on a stunning boat cruise followed by a guided walking tour and visit to Journey Behind the Falls. This ultimate Niagara Falls tour with special access to the first elevator of the day. This journey brings you 19 stories down into the gorge, complete with panoramic views, meaning you’ll be the first ones down to the docks and personally escorted onto the Niagara City Cruises boat. Once on the boat, you get to pick the best possible viewing spot before the crowds arrive. A complimentary poncho is included and trust us you’ll need it! The 20 minute cruise around the falls can drench anyone adventuring near enough.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Niagara Falls Canada

On this expert-guided walking tour, witness the former Honeymoon Bridge site and discover its collapse, alongside intriguing tales of Queen Victoria Place, where Princess Diana dined. Experience the perpetual motion of Bridal Veil Falls, American Falls, and Horseshoe Falls, while your guide recounts the daring feats of those who defied the falls' power by going over the edge.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Journey Behind the Falls

Next, visit Table Rock Visitor Center for pre-reserved entry to the Journey Behind the Falls. Descend the stairs into rocky caves behind Niagara Falls, where crashing water echoes through the tunnels. Reach a ledge beside the falls, experiencing the awe-inspiring force of 3,160 tons of cascading water up close.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour.
  • This tour is in English.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Niagara Falls: First Boat Cruise & Journey Behind the Falls?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-341428P1

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Average 4.72 out of 5 stars based on 235 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Niagara City Cruises poncho
  • Journey Behind the Falls ticket
  • Live guide audio
  • Skip-the-line First Elevator
  • Expertly guided walking tour
  • Niagara City Cruise ticket
  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour.
  • This tour is in English.
  • We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to contact our Guest Experience team.
  • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations; please refer to the government website in the country of your tour for the most up-to-date information.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Cancellation Policy

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Free cancellation
100% refund
No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).

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