One would think the highlight of any trip to Niagara Falls would be the falls. However, if you're on the Canadian side, there are some other activities centered around the Niagara River that rival the natural beauty of the Falls.
The day, stop by stop
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Morning
Niagara City Cruises
$54.18You will get wet. Wear the poncho and protect any valuables that don't like water.
Book an earlier morning departure to avoid the crowds. We picked the 9:30-10:30 slot, and while cooler than an afternoon slot, we got to pick our ideal spot (right along the edge of the boat).
We pride ourselves on providing off-the-beaten path adventures. However, there are some adventures that are just so worth it even if they are popular, and this is one of them. Book yourself a Niagara City Cruise to the Falls. Don that red poncho. Enjoy getting up close and personal with the force of Mother Nature.
- Walk · 10 min·To Berrymore
Breakfast
Berrymore
$23.09Açai bowls, smoothies, and breakfast sandwiches are all options at this break spot.
- Walk · 30 min·To White Water Walk
Midday
White Water Walk
$23.73This activity is included in all three levels of the Niagara Falls Pass or can be purchased individually.
This activity is closed from early November to late April (over winter).
Experience the power of the Niagara River and its class 6 rapids up close on a self-guided tour along a boardwalk.
- Walk · 15 min·To Whirlpool Aero Car
Midday
Whirlpool Aero Car
This activity is included in the Plus and Premium Niagara Falls Pass or can be purchased individually.
This activity is closed from early November to mid May (over winter).
The Whirlpool Aero Car is not for people who are scared of heights. While surprisingly sturdy, they do ask you to walk around the car, while it is moving back to the starting point, so that everyone gets a chance to view different sights.
Witness the Niagara Whirlpool from this antique cable car that takes you across the international border four times, without needing your passport (legally).
- Bus · 35 min·To Table Rock - South
- Funicular / Incline Railway · 2 min·To Fallsview Tourist Area
- Walk · 5 min·To Fallsview Casino Café Court
- Walk · 5 min·To Fallsview Tourist Area
- Funicular / Incline Railway · 2 min·To Table Rock Welcome Center
- Walk · 3 min·To Journey Behind The Falls
Afternoon
Journey Behind The Falls
$37.29This attraction is open year-round.
You will be provided ponchos to protect yourself and any valuables.
Make your way to the backside of water to experience the power of the Falls from cave-like portals (2) and a viewing platform .
- Car · 10 min·To Dinner
Dinner
Fork You
$66.88They accept reservations (we got ours earlier in the day when we walked to the White Water Walk and Whirlpool Aero Car as it's along the way).
Get the lucuma ice cream as your dessert! The flavour resembles butterscotch, maple, caramel, and sweet potato, with a hint of nuttiness. It is DELICIOUS (as was all the food we had).
A Peruvian restaurant with delicious food, friendly staff, and a cute little patio with live entertainment.
- Car · 10 min·Back to Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls
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Closing notes
Total time: 7 hours to 9 hours
Our personal totals (per person) from our last time in July 2026:
- Price per day without including accommodations* : $99.66 CAD
- Price per day if including accommodation at Courtyard Marriott hotel: $425.46 CAD
* We bought the Niagara Falls Pass - Plus for all our activities, which gave us free access to the WEGO bus system and the Fallsway Incline Railway for 48 hours. The pass was $123.17 CAD per person. It is NOT included in the price per day above.
Turn your Day into a Stay
Want more? We have hand selected a few additional things for this itinerary if you wish to add to your day or switch things up.