Niagara Regional Attractions

Ball's Falls Historic Park

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400

In the early 1800s, along Twenty Mile Creek, John and George Ball established a grist mill, sawmill and woolen mill. Ballï¿½s Falls was a prospering pioneer community for nearly a century. The

Battle Ground Hotel Museum

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

The Battle Ground Hotel Museum is situated on the historic grounds of the War of 1812 Lundys Lane Battlefield. The building was initially constructed as a home in the early 1800's. However,

Battle of Queenston Heights

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Take the climb to Queenston Heights and experience a key moment in Canadian history. In the War of 1812, on October 13, Major-General Sir Isaac Brock led the British forces under him to fend off

Beamer Conservation Area

Tue, 15 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400

At the edge of the Escarpment, north of Grimsby, Beamer Memorial Conservation Area is an ideal location for viewing the annual spring raptor migration over the Niagara Peninsula. Birds of prey,

Bird Kingdom at the Aviary

Sun, 14 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400

For the bird lovers, this is paradise. Over 400 birds are found in this fascinating Aviary. Bird Kingdom has been a favorite for the tourist for almost 5 years and has won Niagara Falls Tourism's

Blue Ghost Tunnel

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Constructed in 1876 out of limestone blocks, the Great Western Railway was built in order to allow trains to travel underneath the 3rd Western Canal. This railway, located at GM Glendale- Gate 12,

Butterfly Conservatory

Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400

With over 2,000 free flying tropical butterflies in a lush rain forest setting complete with waterfalls and pools, this is a photographer's dream come true. Observe the numerous species as they

Cave of the Winds Journey

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

A visit to Niagara Falls would not be the same if one did not take the Cave of the Winds Trip. The journey is one for the memories. Over the years, it has become a major attraction or tourists. The

Cham Shan Buddhist Temple Monastery

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400

The Ten Thousand Buddha Temple of Peace is a Mahagana Buddhist temple rising seven stories towards the heavens, while sitting on 3 peaceful acres. Dedicated to the furtherance of Buddhist principles,

Dinosaur Park Mini Putt Golf

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Located on Clifton HiIl, Niagara Falls, one can relax and enjoy North Americas number one past time. The mini putt 18 hole golf course is built on the surrounding backdrop of the days gone

Drummond Hill Cemetery

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400

At the corner of Drummonds Rd and Lundys lane, in the heart Niagara, lies one of the most notoriously haunted cemeteries north of the boarder. The oldest tombstone at the Drummond Hill Cemetery

Dufferin Islands

Thu, 24 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Trails invite leisurely walks that wind through the eleven small islands, over many small bridges and lead to wonderful areas where it is possible to view waterfowl and other inhabitants. The

Everyone Loves Marineland

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Located just south of the Niagara Falls, Canada, Marineland is a unique adventurous theme park for both adults and children. In the last 2 decades, the park has grown from just a water-based theme

Fallsview Indoor Waterpark

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400

While you're in Niagara Falls look up to catch a glimpse of high-speed water-slides and the all-season, outdoor pool at one of the region's newest attraction. Niagara Falls is now home to the new

Fort George

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Not only does Niagaras Fort George hold historic prominence, it is also the location of some of the creepiest reported hauntings in the province of Ontario. Located on Queen Street, on the

Goat Island at the Falls

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Goat Island is a tiny non populated island in northern New York, at the SW tip of Niagara County. It is situated in the middle of Niagara Falls on the Niagara River, between Bridal Veil Falls and

Greg Frewin Theater

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

One of the best shows in Las Vegas is now in Niagara Falls. The Greg Frewin theater is a new arrival to Niagara Falls and has already captivated audiences. This fabulous magical show is a must for

Hawley House

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Built as two separate buildings in 1796, the Hawley-Beckenridge House underwent massive renovations in order to merge the buildings into the beautiful house that exists today. This location on

Historic Fort Erie

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Contrary to popular belief, it was the French, and not the British, who built the original Fort Erie back in the 1600s. The British hadnt officially claimed the site until 1763, building their own

Historic McFarland House

Thu, 09 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400

There are not many buildings on Niagara on the Lake from the past 200 yeas, but McFarland House is one of the few monuments attesting to that time period. The entire brick building was built by John

Hydro-Electric Power

Sun, 20 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400

The single greatest source of hydroelectric power in the world, the Niagara River is home to several power plants. The 2 most famous plants on the Canadian side are the Sir Adam Beck I and II, named

Keefer Mansion

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400

The Keefer Mansion, built in 1886, was the home of the Keefer family, who were well known as brilliant engineers during the 19th century. The mansion was built on the very same property that the

Konica Minolta Tower

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

There is no town or city in North America without a Tower and Niagara Falls is no different. The Konica Minolta Tower was built in 1961 and has become a prominent structure in the Niagara Skyline.

Kurtz Orchards and Market

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Upon entering the Market, one immediately can smell the fresh food and fragrances of the fruits. No matter how full the stomach is, the site of all the food is enough to make one hungry

Legend of Screaming Tunnel

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Beneath the railway tracks that connect Niagara Falls with New York City and Toronto, on a dirt road just off of Warner Road lies the infamous Screaming Tunnel, nearly 2000 square feet of beautiful

Lighthouse Restaurant

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Located at 4301 Niagara Parkway, the Lighthouse Restaurant and Pub has a history that dates as far back as the 1800s, when a small village on the shores of the Niagara River was known as Black Creek.

Mackenzie Printery Museum

Thu, 09 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Hard to believe that that the largest print museum is not located in any of the top cities in Canada, but in Niagara Falls. The Mackenzie Printery Museum covers an era of Printed newspapers for more

Mahoney Dolls House Gallery

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Located at 657 Niagara Boulevard, the Mahoney Dollhouse Gallery was built in 1835 under the original name of Bertie Hall. Despite owning a collection of nearly 150 dollhouses spanning 200 years,

Maid of the Mist

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

The Maid of the Mist is a historic journey on a modified Double Decker boat that takes you so close to the Falls; so close to the Falls that one can literally touch the raging waters. Even since the

Merritt House

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Located on Yates Street, the Merritt House was built in the 1820s and owned by Mr. William Hamilton Merritt, the builder of the Welland Canal. Fire destroyed the house in 1858 and the second version

Niagara Adventure Theatre

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

The latest in Niagara entertainment is the recently upgraded Adventure Cinema. The best of Canadian Technology has allowed the creation of the screen, which provides an excellent history of the

Niagara Apothecary

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400

With a history spanning over 100 years, under the ownership of six different suitors, the Niagara Apothecary is believed to be the last of Ontarios confederation buildings to be left

Niagara Botanical Gardens

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

With its collection of thousands of plant species and cultivars, numerous exhibition greenhouses, some thirty thematic gardens, and teams of horticulturists and active staff, the Botanical Gardens in

Niagara Falls Observation Tower

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

One can view most of the downtown area in and the Falls from the 360-degree panorama Observation tower. This 282 feet tall Tower was built to offer visitors another view of the Falls. On sunny

Niagara Falls State Park

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Niagara Falls features America's oldest State Park and is fascinating and rich with history. At the new Visitor Center you will see how the magnificent Falls were formed and natural features such as

Niagara Glen Nature Reserve

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

One of the most beautiful hikes along the Escarpment is found in the Niagara Glen Nature Reserve. The climb to the top of Queenston Heights leads down to the bottom of the Niagara River Gorge at the

Niagara Gorge Discovery Center

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

There is a lot more to discover in Niagara than the Water Falls itself. Located along Robert Moses Parkway is the Niagara Gorge Discovery Center. The Center was created to educate and divulge the

Niagara Scenic Trolley

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Like all cities, Niagara Falls has already established a mobile guide for the tourists in a Trolley. This comfortable scenic ride takes lets one explore the various areas of the City and the

Niagara Sky Wheel

Sat, 14 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

The Sky Wheel is Niagara Falls own version of the Millennium Wheel. At 53 meters tall each ride on the Sky Wheel lasts 10 exciting minutes. The 42 gondolas slowly rise to the top and the view

Oakes Garden Theatre

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

In 1932, when the Clifton hotel was destroyed by fire, the gutted site was purchased by Sir Harry Oakes. This property bought by Mr. Oakes is today located on the south side of Clifton Hill. Oakes

Olde Angel Inn

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Located at 224 Regent Street, the Angel Inn ironically has a not so angelic history that goes back to the 18th century. Built in 1789, the Harmonious Coach House once stood in the Inns place and

Pink Palace

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Tales of brutal murder have built a creepy aura around the apartment building at 4223 Buttery St. Converted into apartments during the 1950s, this building once stood as a 27-room Victorian style

Queen Victoria Park

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Niagara has many parks and one of the most well known is Queen Victoria Park. It is located in the middle of downtown Niagara very close to the Canadian side of the Horseshoe Falls. Like its Royal

Queenston Heights

Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400

Queenston Heights Park is the site of a War of 1812 battle in which Sir Isaac Brock was killed. A 50-m. (150-ft.) monument, that is perched above the Niagara Escarpment, was built in his honor.

Scenic Floral Clock

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Between the Botanical Gardens and Queenston Heights Park stands one of the most popular sights to view in Niagara. The Floral Clock is a 12.2-m (40-ft.) diameter working clock that is one of the

Short Hills Provincial Park

Tue, 15 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Short Hills Provincial Park is a day-use park with six trails and the Bruce Trail traversing its 735+ hectares. The Swayze Falls and the Black Walnut trails accommodate hikers, mountain bikers or

St. Johns Conservation Area

Tue, 15 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Twelve Mile Creek is Niagaras only cold-water creek, and the 28-hectare St. Johns Conservation Area protects the headwaters of one of its tributaries. The Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority

The Niagara Glen

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400

The Niagara Glen is a unique area of the Niagara River carved out between 7,000 and 8,000 years ago as the

The Niagara Greenhouse

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Specializing in plants and herbs, the Niagara Greenhouse offers a wide and unique selection of annuals, perennials, topiaries and foliage plants as well as pottery, statuary and gift items reflective

The Niagara Whirlpool

Mon, 21 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Where the Niagara River makes a 90° turn, a Whirlpool has formed. The Whirlpool has a depth of 38 m or 120 ft. As with all whirlpools, the water circulates in a counterclockwise direction.