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Our 10 Favourite Things To Do with Kids in Niagara Falls
"The first is one everyone can agree on – alongside the Falls themselves. There are actually many different vantage points, depending on the desired angle. The Table Rock Welcome Centre is one of the most accessible and takes tourists right up to the edge of the falls."
"Located on the Canadian Side of Niagara Falls lies one of the great natural wonders of the world. For hundreds of years, Niagara Falls has attracted visitors from both sides of the border and around the world."
"At 2,600 feet wide and 188 feet tall, Horseshoe is the largest of the 3 cascades that make up the renowned Niagara Falls."
"If you want to enjoy a day of snow tubing, ice skating or sledding, head to the Snow Park Niagara Falls to play on man-made snow hills and synthetic ice surface. In addition to the Snowzone Play Area, the park offers snowboarding, skiing trails and a miniature golf course. As of February 2010, tickets for visitors 13 years and up were $20 and tickets for visitors between 5 and 12 years of age were $18."
"The Niagara Parks is responsible for maintaining the natural beauty of Niagara Falls and the surrounding nature areas. The Niagara Parks commission offers many great attractions that take you close to the Niagara Falls. Among the many attractions are Niagara City Cruises, Journey Behind the falls, White Water Walk, Whirlpool Aero Car, Niagara Floral Clock and Butterfly Conservatory."
"Unlike many other New York State Parks, there is no charge for admission to visit Niagara Falls State Park. However, there is no free parking in the area, so you will have to pay for parking somewhere either in the park or in the city of Niagara Falls. Without a doubt, the closest parking areas to the waterfalls are Lots 1 and 2 in Niagara Falls State Park."
"Two days really aren’t enough to explore this large city and go on day trips outside the city to such landmarks as Niagara Falls and The Big Apple, but it is a start anyway! Toronto Itinerary – Day 1"
"North American Indians called it Onguiaahram, or Thundering Waters. For hundreds of years, visitors to Niagara Falls have marveled at…"
"Another of the most fun things to do in this New York city is go birdwatching at Times Beach Nature Preserve. All kinds of species can be sighted here. Among the feathered attractions at Times Beach Nature Preserve include great horned owls, palm warblers, and tree swallows."
"Previously a public beach, Times Beach Nature Preserve emerged as an oasis for birds and other wildlife in the ’70s."
"Situated not far from the Casino Niagara on Falls Avenue, Guinness Book of World Records Museum is the place where you may experience the wonders of Guinness World Records in person. This Niagara Falls museum offers thousands of amazing facts and feats that make the Guinness Book of Records come to life. Using videos, interactive games, computers, life-sized models, Guinness Book of World Records Museum is a wonderful attraction for grown-ups."
"The Devil’s Hole State Park overlooks the Devil’s Hole Rapids, encompassing 42 acres of cleared and wooded land along the Niagara Gorge adjacent to the Whirlpool Park. You enter off the Robert Moses Parkway, and can go to the overlook, or down the 400+ stairs on the staircase, 300′ down to view the rapids. A walk down into the gorge, back up at Whirlpool State Park and back to Devil’s Hole is a bit over 2 miles and allows you some spectacular gorge views."
"Located on the New York side of the falls, Devil’s Hole State Park is one of the best places for a leisurely hike that’s suitable for most skill levels. One of the best features of this hike is that you can hike down to the river and witness the full power of the Niagara River. The park also features picnic tables, scenic overlooks, and is a popular fishing area."
"To learn about the firefighting history of Buffalo city, a visit to the Buffalo Fire Museum is definitely worth it. The museum is found and staffed by the retired officers of Fire Department Of Buffalo and through its unique exhibits, seeks to preserve the glorious history dating back to mid-19th century. You will get to see invaluable photographs, Fire Apparatus such as the Ahrens Fox, the hor...Read more"
"The museum collects, preserves, ehibits and provides access to information and artifacts related to Buffalo, the Buffalo Fire Department, fire safedy and fire prevention."
"An exciting event happens at the foot of the American Falls, when the river gets whipped into a frenzy caused by the positioning of tectonic plates, forming a perfect natural crater to create a turbulent whirlpool that churns like it has a mind of its own. Definitely worth stopping by on your way down the rapids. Address: 2250 Whirlpool St, Niagara Falls, NY 14305"
"I've been here several times but Melissa made this experience unforgettable for my niece and I. She was so thoughtful and made several recommendatio..."
"Hallwalls was established by Charles Clough, Robert Longo, Diane Bertolo, Nancy Dwyer, Larry Lundy, Cindy Sherman and Michael Zwack in 1974 at the Essex Art Center, an ice packing warehouse that had been converted into studios for artists. Since its inception, the focus of Hallwalls has been to produce a space that will accommodate artists from diverse backgrounds. Works from varying mediums, which include film, video, performance art, music, painting, photography, and sculpture, have come together to confront the prevailing social issues in contemporary culture."
"Situated in the quaint district of Allentown, Tempo is sited in a 19th century Tuscan-style villa that exudes elements of old-world, Euro-American charm. The ambiance is inviting with exposed brick walls, warm light and large, arched windows. The cuisine features a Mediterranean flair to match the surroundings and offers some of the best in Italian-inspired fare with a selection of antipasti, salads, entrées and tempting desserts."
"Known for its famous pasta sauce, Chef's has offered the neighborhood Italian classics since the 1920s. Menu items range from the Tuscany grilled chicken salad to vegetable lasagna to veal parmesan with spaghetti. In addition, the kitchen's daily specials might include chicken broccoli alfredo over fettuccine or linguini calamari."
"Destination for hearty Italian comfort food & desserts welcoming families & friends since 1923. Open for lunch and dinnerDress code: Smart CasualPhone: +1 716-856-9187"
"My wife and I had our honey moon in Niagara Falls and we stumbled across this place by accident, due to snow storm this was the only place we could find, yup..."