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.
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
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
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
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
618 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience had by my family
Jill M,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Rosena was a great guide, we had a fantastic time. Would highly recommend this for all ages. The boat trip at the end was a highlight for us
Great experience !
Arun S,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide Parminder was very friendly and knowledgeable. She helped us get a wheelchair for my mother who could not walk long distances. This tour does require quite a bit of walking, so would encourage tourists to plan this ahead of time. Parminder texted me the evening before with the plan for the next day and kept us prepared. No surprises thankfully . The Skylon tower photography was the best ! Boat ride to the falls was fantastic . Overall great experience.
We had an excellent...
Chuck W,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an excellent experience. I certainly would recommend the tour. The day goes so much smoother with the guide.
That Viators is very...
Rric L,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00That Viators is very disorganized. We could not find our meeting place-poorly described by viator. Suggest you book with someone else.
We had a great time and...
Michelle H,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time and our tour guide was knowledgeable and lots of fun! I booked this tour for my mother and I and unfortunately, I did not realize this was a walking tour. My mother has been having knee issues, so all of the walking was too much for her, so opted out of the boat cruise. The only suggestion I have would be better directions for meeting the guide - he was not in a black polo, none of them were, he was in white - we located him inside the Skylon Tower.
Niagara Falls Tour
Coretta J,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I enjoyed the Niagara Falls tour. No problems at all. The tour guide was very knowledgeable. It was fun. Great job!
You will get wet on this ride!!!
Christina L,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide was awesome, he told us to call him Buns. He made sure to include everyone in the information he was giving us and all 10 of us made it to where we needed to be lol. They give you ponchos for behind the waterfall tour and the cruise but you will still get soaked so I would suggest to bring your own rain jacket or whole suit for the cruise.
Good Tour
Janelle S,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This tour was a good time. Be advised lots of walking so wear your best walking shoes and be prepared to get your steps in!!! Getting to skip the ticket line was nice. Our tour guide Kevin was very kind and enthusiastic about his job! He knew a lot of Niagara Falls history facts and was eager to share them with us. He encouraged the group to ask questions and was excited to answer them. Thank you Kevin and great job!!! The only suggestions I have is for the company. When we were waiting for our guide one of the other guides asked us what our guides name was and I never received any correspondence from See Sights about our tour guides name. Indicating the name of the individual tour guide in the confirmation page would be helpful information to include if possible. 🙂
Worth It!
Ricardo E,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00this covers all angles of Niagara falls, it includes de skylon tower, journey behind the falls, AND the niagara falls boat ride, its amazing, but you will walk… a lot!! be prepared to go over your daily steps!
The guide makes the experience.
Steven P,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I have been on quire a few tours and learned that the most important part of the experience is the quality of the guide. Alisha was phenomenal. She (it was her birthday)was passionate, energetic, knowledgeable, personable, and cognizant of her groups needs. She gave insightful tips and suggestions on how to maximize the experience. It was fairly crowded and we were able to bypass some of the lines which gave us more time to enjoy the beauly and magnificence of one of the wonders of North America. Alisha's charisma was obvious as numerous people, store owners, and other guide wished her happy birthday and said hello. Even the local wildlife were her friends. At the end of the tour, she made sure we knew how to get to our next destination safely. Well done!!
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