Niagara Falls USA Small Group Walking Tour w/ Maid of the Mist

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Overview

Your tour will begin with your local friendly guide meeting you outside the Hard Rock Cafe 333 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY. From there, you will walk through Luna Island on your way to the amazing Cave of the Winds. Here, you will descend 175 ft into the Niagara Gorge before heading out onto a series of walkways leading to the “hurricane deck”

From here, you will make your way to Terrapin Point Observation Deck. You will also have the chance to see the stunning Three Sisters Islands.

Next you will head to the famous Maid of the Mist, where your tour will come to a close and you and your guide will part ways. Before you board, you’ll have a chance to check out the view from the Prospect Point Observation Tower, located directly above the boarding site for the Maid of the Mist boat tour.

What's Included

  • Maid of the Mist (admission included)
  • Guided walking tour of Goat Island in Niagara Falls, NY including: Luna Island and Terrapin Point with many photo opportunities
  • Cave of the Winds (admission included)
  • Gratuities (optional)

Meeting Location

Meeting point

333 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, USA

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Your guide will meet you out front of the Hard Rock Cafe. There is plenty of parking close by. Please give yourself enough time to park and get to the meeting location as this is a high traffic area during the summer.

End point

Cave of the Winds, Goat Island Rd, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, USA

Your guide will leave you once you are safely in the Cave of the Winds attraction. This will conclude the tour.

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What To Expect

Goat Island

On your walking tour of Niagara Falls, NY , your guide will meet you at the Sitting Nikola Tesla Statue near the goat island parking lot. Goat Island is well known for having one of the most magnificent views of both the American and Canadian Falls.After visiting the Tesla statue, your guide will bring you to The next stop on your tour will be Luna Island which separates the American and Bridal Veil Falls. This Island was originally called Prospect Island but it was renamed for the famous lunar rainbows that appear over it on bright, moonlit nights.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Cave of the Winds

At Cave of the Winds you’ll descend into the Niagara Gorge before embarking on a series of walkways leading to the famous “hurricane deck”. It has been said that even on a clear, calm day, a trip to the hurricane deck feels like you’re standing in the middle of a tropical storm!For those who choose to continue with the optional Maid of the Mist boat ride instead, your guide will bring you to the Prospect Point Observation Tower for an up-close look at the Falls before heading down to the boarding site for the iconic Maid of the Mist boat ride.For those who are not continuing with the optional Cave of the Winds or Maid of the Mist visit, your guide will end the tour, give you directions to get back to your vehicle and make some recommendations for things to do in the area. You can then take the rest of the day to continue exploring Niagara Falls, New York.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Terrapin Point

Terrapin Point is a scenic observation area on Goat Island in Niagara Falls State Park, offering stunning views of the Horseshoe Falls, one of the three waterfalls that make up Niagara Falls. It is located on the American side of the border, providing a vantage point to see the powerful cascade of water and the mist that rises from the falls. Renovated several times, it features accessible walkways and viewing platforms for visitors to enjoy the natural spectacle up close.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Three Sisters Island

Your tour will then continue onward to the Three Sisters Islands. The islands are connected by bridges which allow pedestrians to walk across all three for grand views of the raging rapids of the Niagara River before its descent into the Horseshoe Falls. The Three Sisters Islands have served as an inspiration for many artists because of their natural beauty.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Maid of the Mist

Head to the famous Maid of the Mist, you will be able to check out the view from the Prospect Point Observation Tower as well. Your tour will come to a close and you and your guide will part ways.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Cave of the Winds - there are stairs but there is an option to bypass the stairs for those requiring accessibility accommodations
  • Operated by a business

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-87115P9

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