Family-Friendly Itinerary for Niagara Falls, Canada

  1. Day 1: Hornblower Niagara Cruises
    5 minutes (0.2 miles) from Hilton Niagara Falls / Fallsview Hotel & Suites

    Start your day by experiencing the majestic waterfall up close with a ride on the Hornblower Niagara Cruises. This 20-minutes thrilling boat ride takes you into the basin of the Horseshoe Falls. You will feel the mist and witness the power of the water from a safe distance. After the Cruise, walk through the Niagara Parks to visit the Journey Behind the Falls attraction, where you can descend 125 feet and explore tunnels leading to 2 outdoor viewing decks for a unique view of the Falls from behind.

  2. Day 1: Niagara SkyWheel & Clifton Hill
    20 minutes (1 mile) from Hornblower Niagara Cruises

    Start your evening at the Niagara SkyWheel, a 175-foot-tall Ferris wheel that gives you a bird's eye view of Niagara Falls and stunning city skylines. After that, visit Clifton Hill, a famous tourist promenade filled with restaurants, gift shops, haunted houses, and a variety of attractions, including the famous Niagara Speedway go-kart ride. It's the perfect place to grab dinner and enjoy an evening of fun with your family.

  3. Day 2: Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory & Floral Showhouse
    8 minutes (3.6 miles) from Hilton Niagara Falls / Fallsview Hotel & Suites

    Start your day with a trip to the Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory featuring over 2,000 colourful butterflies, a hummingbird garden, and seasonal displays. After that, visit the Floral Showhouse where you can see a collection of rare and exotic plants and flowers from around the world. Don't forget to stop by the outdoor gardens for a stunning array of blooms.

  4. Day 2: Niagara-on-the-Lake & Outlet Collection at Niagara
    35 minutes (23 miles) from Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory & Floral Showhouse

    Spend your afternoon at Niagara-on-the-Lake to explore the charming town with boutique shops, historic sites, beautiful parks, and stunning views of Lake Ontario. This picturesque town is also known for its wineries, and a wine tasting tour is a must-do activity for the adults in the group. End your day by stopping by the Outlet Collection at Niagara, a shopper's paradise featuring over 100 brand-name stores.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hornblower Niagara Cruises (20 mins, $34.95/adult, $22.15/child)
  • Journey Behind the Falls (45 mins, $23.95/adult, $15.95/child)
  • Niagara SkyWheel (15 mins, $11.99/adult, $6.99/child)
  • Niagara Speedway (5 mins, $12.99-19.99/person)
  • Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory (45 mins, $16/adult, $10.25/child)
  • Floral Showhouse (30 mins, $7.25/adult, $4.50/child)
  • Wine Tasting Tour (2-4 hours, $20-60/person)
  • Outlet Collection at Niagara (2-4 hours, variable)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $140-$220 per person

Useful Tips

For those who have extra time, make sure to include a visit to the Niagara Falls State Park on the American side of the falls or take a helicopter tour for an unforgettable view. If you have limited time, shorten the itinerary by visiting just the Hornblower Niagara Cruises and Clifton Hill. Always check current opening times and make reservations in advance during peak season to avoid long wait times.

0