Niagara Falls USA Classic Itinerary

Niagara Falls State Park is the perfect place to begin exploring the grandeur of Niagara Falls! Begin at the 28,000-square-foot Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Welcome Center, open daily with dining and retail operations. Next, visit the Observation Tower and soak in the beauty of all three waterfalls — the Horseshoe, American, and Bridal Veil Falls. Then, board the fully electric Maid of the Mist boat ride, operating only on the U.S. side of the Falls. After, visit the Crow’s Nest to get an up close and personal view of the American Falls.

Eat lunch at the only full-service restaurant inside Niagara Falls State Park, Top of the Falls Restaurant. Located on Goat Island, it overlooks Terrapin Point and features panoramic views of the Horseshoe Falls through floor-to-ceiling windows and outdoor dining decks.

After your meal with a view, head to the nearest Niagara Scenic Trolley stop for a guided tour of America’s oldest state park. Enjoy historical anecdotes and fun facts while hopping on and off at various stops including Three Sisters Islands, Terrapin Point, and Luna Island.

Check in to your downtown Niagara Falls USA hotel, the Hyatt Place Niagara Falls. This 128-room hotel is conveniently located within walking distance to the Falls, as well as many attractions and eateries.

At dusk, witness Niagara Falls illuminated in an array of rainbow colors year-round, along with seasonal fireworks.

Begin at The World Changed Here Pavilion and learn about the fascinating history of Niagara Falls through a variety of multi-media experiences, then begin your journey to the Cave of the Winds. Descend into the Niagara Gorge and feel the unparalleled power of the Bridal Veil Falls on the Hurricane Deck.

Ride the complimentary Discover Niagara Shuttle and explore Niagara’s iconic landscape, rich history, and thriving culture and communities along the scenic Niagara River and Erie Canal. Connect to over a dozen destination sites aboard this seasonal, hop-on/hop-off shuttle.

Just footsteps from the hotel, Old Falls Street, USA is a three-block cobblestone street offering life-sized backyard games, bike rentals, and seasonal concerts and festivals. Dine at one of the many restaurants or food carts that line the street.

Rent a bicycle from Sight See Rentals and explore the many trails that follow the scenic Niagara River. Stop at Whirlpool State Park or Devil’s Hole State Park for spectacular vistas of the Niagara Gorge and birding opportunities.