Niagara Day Tours Blog

Most people flock to Niagara Falls in the sweltering heat of July, jockeying for space on a mist-drenched boat while wearing a plastic poncho. But if you want to see the Falls in their most majestic, otherworldly state, you have to wait for the deep freeze. When the temperature plummets, Niagara transforms from a powerhouse…

​TORONTO, ON – Niagara Day Tour, a premier boutique tour operator, is proud to announce its selection as a finalist and Top 10 North American Operator in the Arival TourReview Spotlight Awards. This prestigious recognition, based on an independent, data-driven analysis of over 50,000 listings across platforms like TripAdvisor, Google, and Expedia, solidifies Niagara Day…

Step Into the Heart of the Falls The Journey Behind the Falls is one of Niagara’s most unforgettable attractions. This unique tour takes you through tunnels carved into bedrock, leading to observation decks directly behind the thundering Horseshoe Falls. What to Expect Visitors descend 125 feet by elevator to explore a network of tunnels and viewing portals. The roar of the falls grows louder with every step, ending in a breathtaking view of millions of gallons of water rushing past each second. Essential Tips ● Tickets: Buy in advance, especially during summer weekends. ● Best Time to Visit: Early morning or late afternoon offers shorter lines. ● Dress Code: You’ll receive a complimentary poncho, but waterproof shoes help! ● Accessibility: Elevators and ramps make exploring behind Niagara Falls wheelchair-friendly. Nearby Highlights Combine your visit with a Niagara Falls bus sightseeing…

Discover the Best of Niagara in a Single Day A Niagara Falls day trip from Toronto is one of the most popular escapes for visitors to Ontario. Just a 90-minute drive from downtown, this iconic destination offers world-famous views, charming towns, and plenty of adventure. Getting There Whether you travel by guided tour, rental car, or private shuttle, the route from Toronto to Niagara Falls is as scenic as it is straightforward. Many travelers opt for a Toronto to Niagara Falls day tour for convenience, comfort, and expert commentary. Top Attractions ● Horseshoe Falls: The most powerful waterfall in North America. ● Journey Behind the Falls: A close-up view from behind the curtain of water. ● Niagara Whirlpool & White Water Walk: Experience nature at its most dramatic. ● Niagara-on-the-Lake: A historic town with boutique shops and local…

HORNBLOWER NIAGARA CRUISE OPENING DATE DELAYED In mid April this year we experienced a huge ice storm with heavy snowfall and ice pellets. The strong gusts of wind dislodged snow and ice from Lake Erie which floated down the Niagara river over the Falls and got jammed at the base of the Falls. This event…

Hornblower Cruises Announces Opening Date for 2017 The Hornblower Niagara Cruise has officially announced it will be opening in 2017 on its original target opening date of Saturday April 1st. Every year the opening date fluctuates due to weather conditions and specifically how cold the winter has been and at what rate the ice is…

Niagara-on-the-Lake is considering officially getting the ball rolling to be designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  But there is discussion from representatives such as town councillors about what the costs could be to launch the process. Niagara-on-the-Lake has appointed a local UNESCO committee to research the feasibility of an application to be placed on…

The Niagara Falls annual Santa Claus Parade was on Saturday November 19th. It started out as a nice day but ended in pouring rain whilst Santa and his reindeer marched along Queen Street in the city centre. Regardless of the weather there was a great turnout to the parade and many smiling happy kids waiting…

The Niagara Parks Floral Clock is one the most photographed and widely recognised attractions in the Niagara area. Every year hundreds of thousands of visitors call in to see this impressive sight which is situated on the Niagara Parkway about 10 kilometers out of Niagara Falls city. It is one of the largest floral clocks…

Hornblower Niagara Cruises have just confirmed they will be starting their season early in 2016 with an official opening date of April 1st – the earliest date they have ever opened. The mild winter temperatures and lower than normal ice coverage on the Great Lakes have made an early opening date possible to the delight…

History fans in the hundreds from all over North America converged upon Niagara-on-the-Lake last weekend to commemorate the Battle of Fort George The Battle of Fort George was one of the most significant battles in Niagara during the War of 1812 and last weekend was the 202nd anniversary of this historic event. Hundreds of soldiers…

The extreme cold temperatures this winter have partially frozen the worlds most powerful waterfall Niagara Falls. The Great Lakes network have now reached around 89% coverage in ice which is one of the largest ice coverage’s across the great lakes in recorded history. Massive ice chunks formed at the base of the falls are a…