Niagara Gorge is a beautiful Canadian city that also is the site for world famous Niagara Falls. This quirky city has a pleasant atmosphere and is packed with different kinds of amusements for whole family. The location of Canada side Niagara Falls makes it one of the much sought after tourist spots in Canada.
Reaching The Falls
Niagara Falls can easily be reached walking along the main street at Clifton Hill, Canada that leads to the Gorge city. There are three bridges that link Gorge city to the counterpart of the Falls in America. The views of the Falls is spectacular from both sides; however, Canadian side is well developed and offers great facilities for the tourists.
At The Falls
In Canada, visitors of the Niagara Falls are allowed to stand along the railing and watch the huge masses of water tumbling down from 57 meters. At night the Niagara Water Falls are lit up with sparkling lights making it even more beautiful.
Just behind the railing of viewing area for Niagara Falls Tour Canada side, there is the Table Rock Welcome Center which has shops and restaurants overlooking the falls. This center also has the ticket booth for purchasing tickets to various fall tours and attractions.
Niagara River flows right below the water falls deep through the walls of Gorge city between 80m and 300m across. A water whirlpool is formed as the gorge narrows and water eventually flows into the Ontario Lake.
Behind The Falls
Behind the falls journey gives you a close up sight of the falls from bottom of the Horseshoe Falls. Right from the Table Rock Welcome center, you can get an elevator to take you 45 meters down to a tunnel that has an observation deck and viewing portals behind the falls.
This is an excellent point from where you can see the giant water wall coming right over the Horseshoe Falls with full force. It is here that you can also feel the mist rushing on your faces. The view from behind the Falls is absolutely stunning and it is completely different than what you get to see from above.
The Bird’s Eye View Of The Falls
The Canadian side of the falls also has Skylon Tower that offers amazing bird’s eye view of the Niagara Falls along with the city and Niagara Escarpment. The tower has indoor and outdoor observation areas to get a better view of the Falls.
One of the two upscale restaurants at the Skylon Tower has a revolving dining room to provide magnificent view of the falls. The other restaurant is the Summit Suite Buffet which is a reasonably ranged family restaurant with great food. Visitors who are dining at these restaurants can access the observation deck for free.
If you want to take your family for a fantastic holiday in Canada, Niagara Falls is an ideal destination. Just get the best Niagara Falls tour Canada booked with us and set off for a great family holiday.