Niagara Falls Canada is welcoming tourists once again this summer. Ontario is currently in Step Three of the Roadmap to Reopen of indoor services, restaurant dining and attractions with capacity limits and health & safety guidelines in place, plus always ensure a physical distance of 2m/6ft at all times (indoor and outdoor) for patrons and staff, and other COVID-19 safety measures in place. Keeping workplaces, staff and guests safe would be the destination’s primary focus. Most of the attractions will reopen by end of this month July 2021. Face masks are mandatory in all indoor spaces in Niagara Falls. Face masks are also required at some outdoor attractions, including Niagara City Cruises and Niagara Parks.
Organized public events and social gatherings
- Maximum 25 people indoors
- Maximum 100 people outdoors
Be prepared, be flexible and follow public health guidelines.
What’s open in Niagara Falls Canada (Third-wave reopening)
- Accommodations
- Attractions
- Dining
- Shopping
- Parks & Gardens
- Public Washrooms
Accommodations open in Niagara Falls
To enjoy your family getaway or couple’s escape finds the perfect place to stay with all your amenities in mind. From luxury resorts to cozy bed-and-breakfast hotels, you’ll have plenty of options from which to choose when planning that next trip to Niagara Falls Canada! Explore Niagara Falls’ wide open green spaces and authentic experiences, take in the nighttime Falls illumination for a whole new view of the spectacular Canadian Horseshoe Falls.
Here are some of the accommodations that are open in Niagara Falls:
1. Comfort Inn Fallsview
2. Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa By Hilton Niagara Falls
3. Americana Waterpark Resort & Spa
4. Wyndham Garden Niagara Falls Fallsview
5. Marriott On The Falls
6. Hilton Hotel And Suites Niagara Falls / Falls View
7. Embassy Suites By Hilton Niagara Falls
8. Best Western Plus Cairn Croft Hotel
9. Wyndham Garden Niagara Falls Fallsview
10. Americana Waterpark Resort & Spa
11. Country Inn & Suites By Radisson
12. Comfort Inn Fallsview
Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada offers accommodation options to suit every need. Niagara has it all from quaint bed and breakfasts and luxury Falls view hotels to camping getaways that take you close to nature.
Attractions open in Niagara Falls
- Niagara City Cruises – Open daily from 11:00 am-6:30 pm
- White Water Walk – Open daily from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (7 Days a Week)
- Whirlpool Aero Car – Open daily10:00am to 6:00 pm. (7 Days a Week)
- Zipline Niagara Falls – Open Monday-Friday 10:00 am to 9:00 pm. (7 Days a Week)
- Niagara Sky Wheel – Open 10:00 am – 2:00 am
- Journey Behind The Falls – Open Monday – Thursday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, Friday & Sunday: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm, Saturday: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Niagara Parks Power Station – Open Monday – Friday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, Sunday & Sunday: 10:00am – 8:00 pm
- Butterfly Conservatory – Monday – Saturday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Niagara’s Fury – Open Monday – Thursday: 10:30 am – 5:30 pm, Friday – Sunday: 10:30 am – 7:00 pm
- Cave of the Winds – Open daily: For more detailed hours please contact them directly
For a more detailed list of hours for each attraction, call them directly, as some may be closed a few days a week.
1. Niagara City Cruises
Make more memories at Niagara Falls, Canada’s ‘must-do signature attraction.
Niagara City Cruises by Hornblower. The iconic 20-minute Voyage to the Falls Boat Tour brings you on the journey of a lifetime. Enjoy stunning views of the Niagara Gorge, American, and Bridal Veil Falls, and come face-to-face with the famous Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Feel the thundering roar, awesome power, and amazing mist that come along with these natural wonders or, ride after sunset for a light-mist experience with the illumination of the Falls.
2. White Water Walk
Feel the thrill of being at the river’s edge!
White Water Walk offers a first-hand lesson in all that is raw and powerful about Niagara River rapids. The roar of these Class 6 whitewater rapids will provide you with an amazing ambiance as you walk among many platforms overlooking them, taking your breath away every time they’re sighted. You’ll be feeling like one lucky person on this quarter-mile boardwalk!
3. Whirlpool Aero Car
Hop on this historic cable car for an unforgettable ride over the vibrant, teal-coloured waters of the Niagara River. Witness spectacular views of the swirling Niagara Whirlpool and Class 6 rapids as you soar 3,500 feet above the great river gorge! You’ll get to cross international borders four times without even needing a passport thanks to how far across it goes in total!
4. Zipline Niagara Falls
The Zipline to the Falls at Grand View Marketplace is a breathtaking experience, soaring past an American waterfall and landing on top of a Canadian Horseshoe falls observation deck.
The ziplining journey takes you 670 meters (2200 feet) into the gorge towards Canada’s grandest attraction-Canadian Horseshoe Falls. The ride is like no other as it soars over America’s Niagara River Gorge with unparalleled views of both sides of this natural wonderland before finally descending onto our world-famous viewing platform overlooking Spectacular Lake Ontario – one that normally requires hours or days order to access by car!
5. Niagara Sky Wheel
Soar 175-feet above Niagara Falls for the view of a lifetime! The Niagara SkyWheel gives riders an unforgettable panoramic view of this spectacular natural wonder from the vantage of climate-controlled gondolas. Soak in awe as you see everything year-round, day and night in total comfort.
6. Journey Behind The Falls
To get the full experience of Niagara, you’ll need to first descend 125 feet below ground and explore 130-year old tunnels through bedrock. You will feel the thunderous vibration from Horseshoe Falls long before seeing it; however, don’t forget about viewing portals cut into the rock that offers a once in lifetime view at one-fifth of earth’s fresh water crashing down in front of you!
7. Niagara Parks Power Station
The Niagara Parks Power Station is the newest landmark attraction for visitors. The interior of the station has been preserved with new exhibits for visitors to explore while enjoying new guest amenities or looking out over the falls from one of many outdoor viewing areas. The extraordinary sound and light experience bring the building to life through state-of-the-art projection mapping technology. The rich colours, sounds of nature, and interactive features encourage visitors to explore every corner for more surprises!
8. Butterfly Conservatory
Step inside the largest glass-enclosed butterfly conservatory in North America and explore a tropical garden oasis at Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory. Admire over 2,000 vibrantly coloured butterflies fluttering freely as you walk around 180 metres of pathways adorned with lush vegetation or trickling waterfalls that reach up to seven feet tall. Your self-guided walking tour starts by viewing an informative video presentation where live butterflies will do flyby demonstrations on your screen so you can get acquainted before embarking into their world!
10. Cave of the Winds
The Cave of the Winds trip takes you closer to Niagara Falls than you thought possible. You ride an elevator 175 feet deep into the waters and then, clad in a bright yellow poncho with special footwear provided by your tour guide, stand 20 ft from Bridal Veil falls soaking wet as it is just below where Hurricane Deck stands.
Dining open in Niagara Falls
For those visitors who are thinking about dining at restaurants in Niagara city, know that there are plenty to choose from. From family-friendly eateries with almost every type of cuisine imaginable to upscale places.
Effective July 16th, you can now dine both indoors and outdoors with limited to the number of people per table including the requirement to maintain a physical distance of 2m/6ft at all times. There is no limit to the number of people who may be seated at one time, but
reservations are required for indoor dining only!
Moreover, the lobby of Sheraton Fallsview hotel offers the best of Niagara. Guests can enjoy a drink at The Living Room Lounge, dine on world-famous chef’s cuisine in Parallax Restaurant or shop for unique gifts and souvenirs from all over the globe at Allure Gift Gallery.
The newly renovated lobby is home to some spectacular amenities aimed towards top-quality dining experiences, luxurious accommodations and glamorous shopping opportunities.
These are some of the restaurants you can visit in Niagara Falls
1.Milestones. on the Falls. Official Website.
2. Buchanan’s. Steak & Seafood. Official Website.
3. Rainforest Cafe. Official Website.
4. Morton’s Grille. Official Website.
5. Boston Pizza. Official Website.
6. Skylon Tower. Revolving. Dining Room. …
7. Ruth’s Chris. Steak House. Official Website.
8. The Keg. Steakhouse + Bar. Official Website.
Please inquire with restaurants directly for hours of operation as well as any other guidelines they have in place.
4. Shopping open in Niagara Falls
Please call ahead, if you’re looking to ensure availability, as details are subject to change. Retail stores are limited to the number of people that can maintain a physical distance of 2m. Face masks are mandatory in all indoor spaces in Niagara Falls.
List some shopping malls and centres in Niagara Falls
1. Canada One Outlets in Niagara Falls
2. Grand View Marketplace in Niagara Falls
3. Mount Carmel Centre in Niagara Falls
4. Niagara Square in Niagara Falls
5. RioCan Niagara Falls in Niagara Falls
6. SmartCentres Niagara Falls in Niagara Falls
7. Thorold Stone Plaza in Niagara Falls
8. Niagara Falls Plaza in Niagara Falls
5. Parks & Gardens open in Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls Canada is home to some of Canada’s most spectacular parks and gardens, discover the plentiful array of horticultural installations and amazing attractions at these locations. Home to both Canadian and American territory, Niagara has a plethora of lakes for hot summer days as well as an assortment of historic buildings from past generations that are sure to be appreciated by history buffs. These are some of the gardens, park areas and attractions in Niagara Falls New York USA are currently open
Niagara Falls hosts one-of-a-kind gardens with attractions like The Floral Clock which demonstrates nature’s cycle in flowers blooming on four rotating platforms each day (weather permitting) in Niagara City.
6. Public Washrooms open in Niagara Falls
These are the following washrooms that are open in Niagara Falls to the public within Niagara Parks in Niagara Falls:
Key public health measures are in place and we all share a responsibility to stay informed, be prepared, be flexible and follow health and safety guidelines
Queen Victoria Park (between Murray Street and Police Station)
Queen Victoria Park in Niagara Falls is literally the “heart” of Niagara Parks. Bounded by steep Fallsview moraine and flowing river, the park contains a rare collection of unique plants from around the world with meticulously maintained gardens that will amaze any visitor. A walk-through of Queen Victoria Park from Clifton Hill to beyond Dufferin Islands is a beautiful experience in every season- with the waterfall and gardens to enjoy, park benches for you to relax on or take pictures of yourself. You can also see well-groomed lawns that are pleasant places where family members could gather after spending time walking around the creek bed.
Kingsbridge Park
Kings Bridge Park – Just 5 minutes upstream from the Falls is King’s Bridge Park, by the former village of Chippawa. This spot is a favourite all summer long with its playground facilities, wading pool for children and picnic pavilions. There are lots of places to park your boat.
Table Rock Centre
Table Rock Centre at Niagara Falls has been at the heart of the traveller’s experience for decades. Just for you, they have transformed this incredible historical building and Niagara Parks invites all to come in! Bright and spacious when one enters, let their eyes wander as they witness brand-new architectural features fast-casual food offerings at Table Rock Market on two levels of shopping with lots more goodies that haven’t yet even opened.
Located in the heart of Table Rock Centre, this eatery is not only a feast for your eyes but also an incredible dining experience Open with locally sourced and internationally inspired menu items, you will enjoy every bite while taking in Niagara Falls as your backdrop. To provide accessible access to all areas we offer wheelchair rentals during summer months at our Welcome Centre which are just across the street from where paid parking can be found right next door at The Falls Parking lot.
Remember to maintain a distance of 2m 6ft from others.
Niagara Glen
The Niagara Glen Nature Centre at Niagara Falls is a popular spot to visit for those who want both the experience of nature and some great refreshments. The Niagara Glen is a stunning and serene pocket of nature unfound in most places, deep within the Great Gorge. The area has been designated as an official Nature Reserve since 1992, Stairways lead to 4 km (2.5 mi) of paths that wind through lush Carolinian Forest that is flanked by spectacular boulders left behind thousands of years ago when the Falls eroded away this part of Canada’s natural landscape.
Botanical Gardens (next to Butterfly Café)
The Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens at Niagara Falls features a variety of plants from around the world set in an interesting garden setting that is also open in Niagara Falls. The venue is also home to one of Canada’s largest conservatories, where visitors can visit and experience butterflies up close as well as participate in educational programs for students studying horticulture at Niagara Parks School.
Niagara Parks’ Botanical Gardens in Niagara Falls offers both indoor and outdoor space for visiting students and guests alike to enjoy nature while taking classes on plant life or enjoying their time with family members, along with indoor exhibits providing a glimpse into how some species are faring outside surviving off-season periods due to climate change effects such like drought by showcasing various butterfly species that have been threatened over recent years thanks not only those who’ve migrated northward but through.
Queenston Heights
The first thing you’ll notice at the entrance to this historic park is a carpet bedding display. But don’t worry, there’s more – every year they open dynamic annual bedding schemes around Brock and Laura Secord Monument too! This Park has been used for generations by gardeners, nature lovers and hikers alike. Facilities include two picnic pavilions with washrooms nearby- perfect for picnics in the summertime or winter barbecues on cold days when snow blankets everything outside of these walls. There are tennis courts as well as a children’s splash pad which will bring out your inner child while giving them lots of exercise during their toddler years!
Dufferin Islands
A popular haven for locals and tourists alike, Dufferin Islands at Niagara Falls is a paradise made up of 10 acres, which is open in Niagara Falls. The secluded area contains several small islands connected by bridges and footpaths with the introduction of fish to this naturalized environment in recent years.
7. Go Train Service open in Niagara Falls
If you’re looking for a quick escape to Niagara Falls, the train might be your best option. Four trips will run on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays Mondays all summer long between Toronto’s Union Station and downtown Niagara Falls – meaning less time in traffic!
Canada/USA Border Update:
Canada/USA Border Update:
Canada plans to welcome American travellers as long they are fully vaccinated.
Starting on August 9, 2021, Canada will begin welcoming US citizens and permanent residents visiting for non-essential travel so long as that person has been fully vaccinated at least 14 days prior to entering the country.
