Niagara Falls Tour: Boat Cruise, Journey Behind Falls and Skylon
Overview
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3 hours 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
Once inside the Skylon Tower you will ascend 520 ft. in a glass elevator to the observation deck where you will be treated to an incredible, birds-eye view of all three Niagara Falls (Bridal Veil Falls, Horseshoe Falls, and the American Falls), as well as the Niagara River and surrounding area.
You will have descend 125 ft (approx. 40m) to explore cave-like tunnels behind the Falls at Journey Behind the Falls. This experience is a treat for the senses as you’ll be able to not only hear the falls but feel them as well.
Then take the Niagara City Cruises boat cruise for an up-close look at the falls (seasonal: May to December), at which point your tour will come to a close and you and your guide will part ways. On your cruise, you will sail around the Niagara gorge and get as close as possible to the Falls.
In winter and spring months, the cruise is replaced with Niagara Takes Flight.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Kindly note: Niagara Takes Flight is not accessible to infants or children under 100 cm.
What To Expect
Your experience begins at the iconic Skylon Tower. After meeting your guide, ascend 775 feet in a glass elevator to the observation deck where you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Niagara Falls, the Niagara River, and the surrounding region. Your guide will point out Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls while sharing fascinating stories about the formation of the falls and the history of tourism in Niagara.
As you make your way through the Fallsview district, you will pass Fallsview Casino Resort, one of the largest entertainment complexes in Canada. Overlooking the Niagara Falls skyline, the resort features luxury hotels, restaurants, theaters, and gaming floors. Your guide will share how this area developed into Niagara Falls’ premier tourism and entertainment hub.
Options
Driving Tour Upgrade
Niagara Falls Driving Tour: (Downtown Niagara) Hotel pick-up and drop-off with transportation to all listed attractions in a Mercedes Metris van. Starting point: Skylon Tower, 5200 Robinson St, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 2A2, Canada
USA Meet-up Option
USA Meet-up Option: Select this option for pickup from the central meeting point: 333 Prospect Street, Niagara Falls, USA. Starting point: 333 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, USA
Niagara Falls, Canada Option
Niagara Falls, Canada Option: Select this option if staying in Niagara Falls, ON. Walking Tour with Boat Cruise, Skylon Tower & Journey Behind the Falls. Starting point: Skylon Tower, 5200 Robinson St, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 2A2, Canada
Toronto Pick-up Option
Toronto Pick-Up – Walking Tour: Select this option for pickup from Toronto, Ontario. Your guide will pick you up at 120 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, Ontario Starting point: 120 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, ON M5J 0A8, Canada
What‘s Included
Niagara Falls Incline Railway (Admission Included)
Journey Behind The Falls (Admission Included)
Skylon Tower (Admission Included)
Voyage to the Falls boat ride (Admission Included) (May - December)
Seasonal Boat Replacement: Niagara Takes Flight Ride (Admission Included)(November - May)
Small Group (max 10-20 people)
Gratuities (optional)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
638 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best of nigara
828ashc,Jul 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had alot of fun with out guide Parminder. We did tour on july 4th was told and given heads up its a busiest day of the season for them. Although we were prepared for long lines however out guide was really smart she planned the talking around the tour so we could reach reach first to skip people inlines. And she was correct we waited 10 mins max and I could see other people in general lines telling they are waiting since 1 hr. It was alot of fun, she kept us engaged and entire group together. Also took photos and made suggestions for the poses and right angels. Our guide was the main highlight to be honest without her it would have been really difficult. Thanks to see sight and parminder. ❤️❤️⚡️⚡️⚡️
Not Worth the Price for a 3+ Hour Walking Tour in 45°C
martacQ6375RP,Jul 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00My family and I took this tour on July 2 with Tripadvisor (3 adults and 1 child, 10 years old), and while the attractions themselves were beautiful, the overall experience did not match the price we paid — almost $500 USD. We met the guide at the Niagara Falls entrance, and he was knowledgeable and friendly. He explained each attraction clearly and kept the group organized. However, the tour involved more than three hours of continuous walking, often under extreme heat — the temperature reached 45°C, which was overwhelming for everyone, especially my husband who is over 80 years old. By the time we reached the final attraction (the boat ride), we were all exhausted. The tour description does not clearly state how physically demanding the experience is. There was no scheduled rest period before the boat ride, which is absolutely necessary given the amount of walking and the weather conditions. Additionally, at the end of the guided portion, there was no transportation provided back to the meeting point or parking area, which made the experience even more difficult. The attractions themselves were enjoyable, but the value for the price was not there, mainly because the tour lacks transparency about the physical effort required. I strongly believe the company should clearly disclose that this is a long walking tour, include rest time, and offer transportation back to the starting point. More honesty and clarity would help travelers make informed decisions.
Great to have a guide -- worth it
D5192IDsusanc,Jul 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So worth it having a guide shepherd my family of four (along with another family) to these three sites. If we had done it ourselves it would have been lots of time trying to find out where to go and also lots of lines. Our guide, Parminder, was wonderful, sharing lots of great info that we wouldn't have gotten on our own!
Convenient for hitting the Canadian highlights
Stay31987130010,Jul 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00This tour is nice for the convenience of obtaining your admission tickets and moving you through (some) lines quickly. Our guide was very nice and efficient, but not seemingly knowledgeable about the history (of either side) of the Falls. That's why we book tours - to learn things you can't read on the placards; so, we were disappointed to not have educated commentary/bonus material. Our tour was on a busy holiday, so lines were extremely long, which didn't leave much time for discussion, anyway. Again, great for the convenience of knocking out the highlights without fussing with ticketing lines (but this is no FastPass). Also, this tour included the top three things to do for the vistas of the Falls, so that was really nice.
Excelente experience
francisco1114,Jul 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very good to go with some one that know where to go and history about the places and have the tickets already purchased in all the attractions
Niagara Falls Skylon, Behind the falls, and Boat to falls
Gwen A,Jul 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amidad (I may have misspelled his name) was an excellent tour guide! He shared the fascinating history of Niagara Falls and was patient, kind, knowledgeable, and attentive throughout the tour. He maintained great eye contact and spoke with genuine enthusiasm, which made the experience even more enjoyable. We truly appreciated his passion and professionalism. I would definitely recommend him and this tour to anyone visiting Niagara Falls
Everything in one
Emma C,Jul 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It will be a lot of walking, but it is super worth it. You will get to see a lot of Niagara all in one tour.
Immersive Experience
Jaimee B,Jul 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00You get wet but they do give you ponchos. It is amazing to experience Niagra Falls above, next to and on the water. Our guide was amazing, interactive and informative. Attentive to her group and the tour was well worth our money. Highly recommend.
Great tour of all of the Niagra Falls activities!
Heather K,Jul 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We ended up doing the driving tour. The company noticed we had a child and called to see if we would like to do the driving tour instead of the walking tour since it was 3 miles of walking. We’re glad we did because it was super hot. Our tour guide was great and the activities were amazing! We had the best time and were in an air conditioned car.
Rushed Memories Made
nanaofjaxjaper,Jul 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00I’ll start by saying we did this tour during peak tourist season, so it was extremely crowed. We enjoyed the attractions and made wonderful memories with our family. However, our guide was late. The group was so large we couldn’t hear instructions from our guide. We felt rushed most of the tour. But, the beauty of Niagra Fallls still took our breath away.
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