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
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)
Niagara Falls boat ride (Admission Included) (May - November)
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
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
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
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
478 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Niagara Falls Tour
Danielle J,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide was friendly and explained everything really well. The tour was easy going and fun. We couldn’t do the boat due to weather but the walking tour was still enjoyable! Highly recommend!
The tour guide was...
Bertha V,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide was excellent ! Great service and he was very patient. It was a smooth ride from Toronto to Niagara and he made it very pleasant. He was also a great driver
Worth every penny!
Tara L,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Kingsley was friendly, knowledgeable and fun! Informative and goosebump memories! We have our mom with us and she handled the walk just fine. Thank you!
20 year Anniversary Vacation
Charlene M,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely great experience, our tour guide Alisha was hands down absolutely Phenomenal. She knew everything there was to know, and helped us all the way through with any questions we had. Was very nice and always kept a smile.
Not Worth It
Lydia P,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Unfortunately we felt the tour was a bit of a waste. All it did was buy us tickets to everything and tell us what time to go which I could have done myself. On the itinerary, it tells us that the guide will be with us the entire time telling us facts and stories about the history of the falls and he didn’t join anything. He just gave us tickets and told us when to come back to the meeting point. On the last ticketed item, we realized they only bought us a one way railway ticket so if you wanted to get back to your car you had to buy another one way… the guide was nice but save your money and just follow the itinerary on your own.
Best way to See the falls
John G,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We are so glad we booked the tour. Julian was wonderful. We learned a lot, saw a lot and had plenty of free time to explore for ourselves as well. I think this is the best way to see Niagara Falls and feel like you’re not missing anything.
Could of been better
Brandon D,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00For 130.00 I would have expected more. The boat was out . To me that should have been a discount because that’s what everybody comes for.
Indiana
Kathi T,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00There was a lot of walking. Very informative. Our guide was exceptional with all of the details she shared with us about the area.
Sham on management
Steve B,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Advertises a boat tour, we booked, then emails you boat tour is cancelled morning of. To late for a refund. If you’re not “in season” then have two different itineraries. “In season” / “off season”. Your “off season” price should not be the same. Then you compensate us with something we don’t want to do, then change the time on us from 12:45 to 2 o’clock after giving us tix. We get tix to go down the incline but not back up! LoL! . Sat on the floor for over 30 minutes waiting for tix from our tour guide. Why not just let us upload them to apple wallet? Total FALSE ADVERTISING all around. Marketing department, do better. Could have coordinated this whole experience myself way better and saved over $300. #neveragain #scam
Niagara Falls Tour
DJH2804,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent value, easy to find guide, guide very knowledgeable, set a good pace, take a drink and snacks. Niagara Falls is amazing.
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From CA$161.10Was CA$179.00
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