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Considered one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, the Niagara Falls are laden with attraction spots and activities that cater to all age groups and people with varied preferences. This includes biking trails, as well as places for swimming and fishing. For a bird’s eye view of the Falls, you can take a helicopter ride. Additionally, you can take off for the Devil’s Hole Rapids in a Whirlpool Jet Boat, enjoy the thrill of a roller coaster, or simply enjoy the beauty of nature in its purest form.
Some of the best Niagara Falls attractions are as follows:
Niagara Falls State Park, opened in 1885, is the oldest state park in New York. It houses five islands and a trio of impressive waterfalls on the Niagara River. The park covers about 400 acres of land that is laden with bike trails, picnic spots, and scenic photo ops.
In case your legs need a break, hop on one of the park’s vintage-style trolleys that bring in visitors to the main attraction areas like the Observation Tower. You can also catch up on one of the sightseeing tours like the Maid of the Mist boat excursion and other close-up experiences of the falls.
The Cave of the Winds access trail and the Observation Platforms at the base of the Bridal Veil and American Falls are known as the most famous tourist spots at Niagara Falls. About 400,000 visitors flock here. It is advised that you carry rain ponchos and wear rubber sandals as water frequently splashes on the boardwalk.
The Aquarium of Niagara Falls NY or originally named “Niagara Aquarium Foundation” is based 200 metres away from the Niagara River. The Aquarium is famous for upholding a tradition of wildlife preservation, education and research. The creatures you’ll find here are California sea lions, harbour seals, sharks, Humboldt penguins, freshwater turtles, sea horses, sturgeon, and a variety of freshwater and saltwater fish.
If you want to admire Niagara Falls from New York in its full grandeur, then the Prospect Point Observation Tower is the way forward. The tower is located close enough to the falls and occasionally enjoys its refreshing spray. You can get a crystal clear view of the mesmerising rapids and all three falls, including American Falls. It is accessed through a broad observation deck, extending beyond the tower and over the water.
The Maid of the Mist is one of the most famous attractions and the longest-running boat Niagara Falls tour from New York. Ever since 1846, it’s been in operation. Its popularity is mostly because of tourists donning the blue ponchos and enjoying the ride that starts from the base of the Observation Tower. After this, they set out into the river of Niagara Gorge on a double-decker boat.
While hiking through the trails of Niagara Falls American side, you’ll discover one of the many hidden gems of Niagara Falls. Exploring the ruins of the nation’s first hydroelectric power plant and trek through the best trails in the nation. Some of the famous ones are Niagara Gorge Trailhead Center, Devil’s Hole Rapids, Great Gorge Scenic Overlook Hike, Upper Great Gorge Hike, and Giant Rock · Whirlpool Rapids Adventure Hike.
When the river changes course three miles below the American Falls, it transforms into a whirlpool in the great cauldron. This was created by tectonic movements. It later turns northeast over the Lower Rapids flowing towards Lake Ontario. Having over 100,000 cubic feet of water that move through the narrow Whirlpool Gorge each second, these are considered some of the world’s most dangerous rapids.
Founded by the Castellani family in 1976, The Castellani Art Museum was created to further the education system and emphasise the topic of art at Niagara University and the areas nearby. You will find over 5,600 works belonging to its permanent collection, dating from the 1850s to the present.
