Niagara Falls Canada Walking Tour with Journey Behind the Falls and Hornblower Boat Ride
by Walk Niagara Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$218Overview
Niagara Falls consists of three main waterfalls: the Canadian Horseshoe Falls, the American Falls, and the Bridal Veil Falls. This 2.5-hour walking tour covers about 1.5 miles along the Canadian side, led by a licensed guide who shares historical facts and stories. The tour begins with views of all three falls from various points, then follows the Niagara Parkway through Queen Victoria Park. Along the way, the guide explains landmarks such as the Skylon Tower and the statue of Nikola Tesla, highlighting his role in harnessing the Falls' power. The group passes historic power stations built in the early 1900s and hears about events like a stranded barge rescue. A key part of the tour is the Journey Behind The Falls, where guests descend 125 feet through tunnels behind the Horseshoe Falls to observation portals and a lower deck. Guests on the 8:30am tour enter first, before crowds arrive. Afterward, the tour stops at a viewpoint near the brink of the Falls for photos and a short break. The finale is the Hornblower Boat Cruise, which takes guests as close as safely possible to the base of the Horseshoe Falls. The ticket line is skipped, and a souvenir poncho is included to stay dry. The tour includes all admissions, the walking guide, and the boat ride. Several discounts for attractions and souvenirs in the area are offered for use after the tour.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Views of all three waterfalls
Guests see the Canadian Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls while the guide shares stories and facts not commonly found in guidebooks.
Walk through Queen Victoria Park
The tour includes a walk along the Niagara Parkway through Queen Victoria Place with explanations of the park's history.
Skylon Tower viewpoint
Guests see the Skylon Tower from the parkway as the guide details its significance in the Niagara Falls skyline.
Nikola Tesla statue
The group stops to view the statue honoring Nikola Tesla and learns how his inventions contributed to using the Falls' power.
Journey Behind The Falls tunnels
Guests descend 125 feet through tunnels behind the Canadian Horseshoe Falls to viewing portals and a lower observation deck, feeling the force of the waterfall. The 8:30am tours enter before other visitors.
60 min
Multiple viewpoints of Horseshoe Falls
The tour visits several vantage points along the brink of the Falls for viewing the most powerful waterfall among the three.
Iconic viewing area near the Falls
Guests pause at a key area next to the Falls' brink for photos, restroom access, and time to browse exhibits or souvenirs.
30 min
Story of the stranded barge
The guide recounts the dramatic rescue of a stranded barge upriver from the Falls.
Historic power stations
The tour passes power stations completed in 1906 that helped convert the Niagara River's energy into electricity.
First major Canadian power plant
Guests see the first large power plant on the Canadian side, completed in 1905.
Garden oasis along the parkway
The group walks by a garden area with brief commentary before continuing the route.
View of the international bridge
Guests take in sights of the bridge connecting Canada and the USA.
Hornblower Boat Cruise
The tour ends with the boat cruise into the mist at the base of the Horseshoe Falls. Ponchos are provided and the boat gets as close as safely possible for photos.
60 min
Meeting point
Please meet your tour guide 15 minutes before the scheduled tour time at the Niagara Parks Welcome Centre located at 5146 Murray St, Niagara Falls, Ontario. Your tour guide will be wearing blue.
End point
Please meet your tour guide 15 minutes before the scheduled tour time at the Niagara Parks Welcome Centre located at 5146 Murray St, Niagara Falls, Ontario. Your tour guide will be wearing blue.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Niagara Falls Canada Walking Tour with Journey Behind the Falls and Hornblower Boat Ride
by Walk Niagara Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$218Overview
Niagara Falls consists of three main waterfalls: the Canadian Horseshoe Falls, the American Falls, and the Bridal Veil Falls. This 2.5-hour walking tour covers about 1.5 miles along the Canadian side, led by a licensed guide who shares historical facts and stories. The tour begins with views of all three falls from various points, then follows the Niagara Parkway through Queen Victoria Park. Along the way, the guide explains landmarks such as the Skylon Tower and the statue of Nikola Tesla, highlighting his role in harnessing the Falls' power. The group passes historic power stations built in the early 1900s and hears about events like a stranded barge rescue. A key part of the tour is the Journey Behind The Falls, where guests descend 125 feet through tunnels behind the Horseshoe Falls to observation portals and a lower deck. Guests on the 8:30am tour enter first, before crowds arrive. Afterward, the tour stops at a viewpoint near the brink of the Falls for photos and a short break. The finale is the Hornblower Boat Cruise, which takes guests as close as safely possible to the base of the Horseshoe Falls. The ticket line is skipped, and a souvenir poncho is included to stay dry. The tour includes all admissions, the walking guide, and the boat ride. Several discounts for attractions and souvenirs in the area are offered for use after the tour.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Views of all three waterfalls
Guests see the Canadian Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls while the guide shares stories and facts not commonly found in guidebooks.
Walk through Queen Victoria Park
The tour includes a walk along the Niagara Parkway through Queen Victoria Place with explanations of the park's history.
Skylon Tower viewpoint
Guests see the Skylon Tower from the parkway as the guide details its significance in the Niagara Falls skyline.
Nikola Tesla statue
The group stops to view the statue honoring Nikola Tesla and learns how his inventions contributed to using the Falls' power.
Journey Behind The Falls tunnels
Guests descend 125 feet through tunnels behind the Canadian Horseshoe Falls to viewing portals and a lower observation deck, feeling the force of the waterfall. The 8:30am tours enter before other visitors.
60 min
Multiple viewpoints of Horseshoe Falls
The tour visits several vantage points along the brink of the Falls for viewing the most powerful waterfall among the three.
Iconic viewing area near the Falls
Guests pause at a key area next to the Falls' brink for photos, restroom access, and time to browse exhibits or souvenirs.
30 min
Story of the stranded barge
The guide recounts the dramatic rescue of a stranded barge upriver from the Falls.
Historic power stations
The tour passes power stations completed in 1906 that helped convert the Niagara River's energy into electricity.
First major Canadian power plant
Guests see the first large power plant on the Canadian side, completed in 1905.
Garden oasis along the parkway
The group walks by a garden area with brief commentary before continuing the route.
View of the international bridge
Guests take in sights of the bridge connecting Canada and the USA.
Hornblower Boat Cruise
The tour ends with the boat cruise into the mist at the base of the Horseshoe Falls. Ponchos are provided and the boat gets as close as safely possible for photos.
60 min
Meeting point
Please meet your tour guide 15 minutes before the scheduled tour time at the Niagara Parks Welcome Centre located at 5146 Murray St, Niagara Falls, Ontario. Your tour guide will be wearing blue.
End point
Please meet your tour guide 15 minutes before the scheduled tour time at the Niagara Parks Welcome Centre located at 5146 Murray St, Niagara Falls, Ontario. Your tour guide will be wearing blue.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.