Niagara Falls Tour: Boat Cruise, Journey Behind Falls and Skylon
Overview
Available languages
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
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)
Options
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
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
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
Reviews
513 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Plan on Getting Wet
MELISSA T,May 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Switched from the walking tour to the driving tour. Had a great time. Plan on getting wet, then wetter.
Great Tour
Mark G,May 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Five stars for sure. The SeeSite guide Jackson, was very informative and friendly, he told us about the legends behind the names of all the sites we visited, usually in a humorous yet educational style. We had a small group as advertised, only 6 of us in the roomy Mercedes van which picked us up and dropped us off at our hotel If you’re lucky enough to have Jackson as your guide you will be looking for more than 5 stars to rate the tour, he was made for this kind of work and you could see he had as much fun guiding the tour as we did taking it. Thanks Jackson and SeaSite for a wonderful time.
One of a kind
Bill R,May 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful way to experience the falls
Rozina was the most...
Tracy M,May 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Rozina was the most amazing tour guide! We would 100% recommend her to any group!! Very knowledgeable and went above and beyond
Great tour with ample...
Jesse G,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour with ample time to explore activities on your own. This tour afforded me the opportunity to explore Niagara Falls without feeling rushed or taking up my entire day.
The tour covered...
Sandy D,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour covered everything we wanted to see. Julian, the tour guide, was very good. He made it fun!
Niagara Falls tours
Greg M,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Alisha was our guide and did a wonderful job. Very upbeat and pleasant. Walking tour so be prepared as we had two elderly in our group that struggled with several steps, stairs and inclines.
Skylon, Journey behind the falls, Boat cruise tour.
Joseph G,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour was fun. Rosina took the time to explain all the interesting points along the way. She was very knowledgeable and full of energy. What a good day.Thanks Rosina.
Superb visit
Eric G,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tower and the boat are great visits; however, for the visit behind the falls, you need to go all the way to enjoy the platform.
Great tour but strenuous walk.
Eugene L,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The guide, Julian, was great. He provided some background and historical information that made the tour more interesting. However, there was a lot of walking and I didn’t realize that after the boat ride, there would be a long walk back to our starting point where we parked our car. My wife, who is 73, had problems getting back to the car. There should be a warning to older tourists that a rigorous walk is necessary after the tour. Or, there should be a ride arranged for those less ambulatory, to get back to the origin of the tour.
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