Budget-Friendly Adventure: Niagara Falls and Surroundings

Day 1: Nature and Culture

Niagara Falls, Canada

8:00AM

Breakfast at The Flying Saucer Restaurant

Kick-start your day with a hearty breakfast at The Flying Saucer Restaurant, known for its delightful pancakes and local coffee.
Located just off the main highway, easily accessible by foot.
CAD 15, 1 hour

9:30AM

Explore Niagara Falls

Visit the majestic Niagara Falls, where you can enjoy breathtaking views and stroll along the pathways surrounding the falls.
Walk to the falls from the restaurant; it's a scenic 10-minute walk.
Free, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Queenston Heights Restaurant

Enjoy lunch at Queenston Heights with a view of the river, offering delicious sandwiches and salads sourced from local ingredients.
Travel via bike 20 minutes along the Niagara Parkway.
CAD 12, 1 hour

1:30PM

Bike Ride to Niagara-on-the-Lake

Pedal along the scenic Niagara Parkway to reach the charming town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, filled with historic sites and beautiful gardens.
Continue heading north on the Niagara Parkway for about 30 minutes.
Free (bike rental assumed in previous costs), 1 hour

2:30PM

Explore the Historic Site

Wander through the historic streets of Niagara-on-the-Lake, visiting local shops and enjoying the architecture.
Walk around the downtown area easily on foot.
Free, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Visit Fort George National Historic Site

Dive into the region's history by exploring Fort George, a reconstruction of a historical military fort from the War of 1812.
It's a short 10-minute bike ride or a 20-minute walk from downtown.
CAD 5, 1.5 hours

5:30PM

Dinner at The Irish Harp

Wrap up your day with a cozy dinner at The Irish Harp restaurant, enjoying traditional Irish fare and local ales.
Ride back into town, it's about a 10-minute bike ride.
CAD 20, 1 hour

7:00PM

Sunset Viewing at the Falls

Cap off your adventure by returning to Niagara Falls to experience the mesmerizing colors of the sunset reflecting off the water.
A short bike ride from The Irish Harp, approximately 15 minutes.
Free, 1 hour
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