When visiting a beautiful place, everyone wants to get the best view so that they can enjoy its splendour and get the best photos and selfies.
Niagara Falls is a stunning natural formation that evokes awe and leaves a lasting impression on visitors.
Niagara Falls is a group of three waterfalls – Bridal Veil Falls, American Falls, and Horseshoe Falls. It is located across the US-Canadian border between Ontario province in Canada and New York State in USA.
The Falls can be seen from both USA and Canada.
Many places on both the Canadian and American sides provide great views of Niagara Falls.
Best Place To View Niagara Falls From USA
The best place to view Niagara Falls from on the US side is Niagara Falls State Park. It is the only place on the US side from where Niagara Falls can be viewed.
Entry to the park is free, though some of the activities (attractions) inside the park are ticketed. The park is open throughout the year 24 hours a day.
Within the park, there are many vantage points which offer great views of Niagara Falls. The best places to view Niagara Falls from within the park are:
- Niagara Observation Tower (Prospect Point Tower)
- Maid of the Mist
- Terrapin Point
- Goat Island
- Luna Island
- Prospect Point
- Cave of the Winds
- Crow’s Nest
Best Place To View Niagara Falls From Canada
On the Canadian side, the best place to view Niagara Falls from is Niagara Parkway.
Niagara Parkway is a road that runs along the entire length of the Niagara River on the Canadian side. There is a promenade/viewing area along the parkway from where tourists can admire Niagara Falls.
Head to Table Rock where you can stand near the crest of Horseshoe Falls and feel its mist on your face.
Other places that offer breathtaking views of Niagara Falls are:
- Queen Victoria Park
- Oakes Garden Theatre
- Skylon Tower
- Niagara SkyWheel
- Journey behind the Falls
- Table Rock Welcome Centre
- Helicopter tour
- Hornblower Niagara Cruise
- Hotels with a Fallsview
Niagara Falls – A Waterfall Spread Across Two Countries
Niagara Falls is a unique waterfall. It flows on the border between USA and Canada. It is made up of 3 distinct waterfalls – American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls on the US side and Horseshoe Falls on the Canadian side.
Different vantage points offer different views of the magnificent Niagara Falls.
If you want to get really close to Niagara Falls, Hornblower Niagara Cruises on the Canadian side and Maid of the Mist on the US side are the best way to do so. These boat rides take you close to the base of the 3 waterfalls that make up Niagara Falls. Get ready to be drenched by the Falls!
When you visit Niagara Falls, see it from as many vantage points as possible.
Get a ringside view of Niagara Falls by booking a hotel room that overlooks the Falls.
You can cross the border at Rainbow Bridge to enjoy views on the other side and then cross back (you will need to have valid travel documents).
Toronto To Niagara Falls Day Tour (Small Group. Includes Boat Cruise & Wine Tasting)
Toronto To Niagara Falls Day and Evening Tour (Small Group. Includes Boat Cruise & Wine Tasting)
Oakville To Niagara Falls Day Tour (Small Group. Includes Boat Cruise & Wine Tasting)
Mississauga To Niagara Falls Day Tour (Small Group. Includes Boat Cruise & Wine Tasting)
Oakville To Niagara Falls Day and Evening Tour (Small Group. Includes Boat Cruise & Wine Tasting)
Mississauga To Niagara Falls Day and Evening Tour (Small Group. Includes Boat Cruise & Wine Tasting)
Segway Tour Along The Welland Canal
