From New York City: Niagara Falls One Day Tour

4.4984646 out of 5 stars
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4.4984646 out of 5 stars
977 reviews
Activity provider:Royal City Tours
From New York City: Niagara Falls One Day Tour
4.4984646 out of 5 stars
4.5
4.4984646 out of 5 stars
977 reviews

Experience one of the world's most remarkable natural wonders on a full-day tour of Niagara Falls on the American side of the border.

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Duration 22 - 23 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, English, Italian
Pickup optional
Pickup si from your accommodation in New York City. If you decide to change the pickup location please notify the local partner about the change. The waiting time at the pickup location will be no more than 10 minutes.
Private or small groups available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Aniska Rizky Poetri – United States

it was perfect! the tour, the transportation, punctuality and time management was excellent. Wonderful experience, thank you!

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Bharath – United States

We had fun, the team was very professional, it was an exciting trip, the team maintained said time schedule, the guide provided was also good, funny and he knew his stuff.

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting/pickup location

    Depends on the selected option

  • Bus/coach

    (7 hours)

    Local restaurant

    Break time, Breakfast, Lunch (30 minutes)

    Optional, Extra fee
  • Timeline stop icon

    Maid of the Mist Boat Tour

    Guided tour, Boat cruise

  • Timeline stop icon

    Niagara Falls, USA Side

    Guided tour

  • American Falls

  • Goat Island

  • Bridal Veil Falls, Niagara Falls

  • Bus/coach

    (7 hours)

  • Local restaurant

    Break time (10 minutes)

  • 2 drop-off locations:

    The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel, New York

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Ride the famous "Maid of the Mist" boat close to the cascades of Niagara Falls
  • Get amazing views of Horseshoe Falls, American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls
  • Visit Goat Island, Luna Island, and all the observatories surrounding the falls
  • Spend 5 hours admiring the roar of the gigantic Niagara Falls
  • Treat your eyes to the amazing light show in the night at the Niagara

Full description

Depart New York City and journey to Niagara Falls in New York State to experience the natural wonder from multiple perspectives. Ride the famous Maid of the Mist boat and get up close to attractions such as Horseshoe Falls and American Falls.
Leave NYC late at night to arrive in the early morning to morning-mist rainbows and the falls’ magnificent roars. Alternatively, depart New York City in the morning for a chance to see the falls change from day to night, and to witness a light show and fireworks.
Hear the roar of the waterfalls and see magical rainbows that'll take your breath away in the early morning before the crowds arrive. Climb aboard the famous Maid of the Mist boat to get up close to the immense Horseshoe Falls.
Visit attractions such as the uninhabited Goat Island and Luna Island on the Niagara River. Get stunning views of the American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls and gaze in awe at the rapids of the Niagara River as it tumbles towards the amazing cascades.

Includes

  • Roundtrip transportation
  • Visit to Niagara Falls
  • Live guide
  • Entrance and national park fees
  • Poncho/raincoat
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (private tours only)
  • Maid Of The Mist boat ride (if option selected)
  • Food and drinks
  • Tips (optional)

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel. Out of respect to the other participants, the waiting time at the pickup location will be no more than 10 minutes.

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Oversize luggage
  • Smoking
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Intoxication

Know before you go

  • This is a bilingual tour
  • No visa is required to visit Niagara Falls on the American side of the border. There is a possibility to visit the Canadian side of the waterfalls on your own. In order to do that, you will need to have your passport and Canadian Visa
  • The vehicle size will depend on the number of reservations
  • Restrooms may not be available on the vehicle
  • The Maid of the Mist boat ride is a seasonal activity operating from May to November
  • The Niagara Falls Fireworks is a seasonal activity

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 977 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.1/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5

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Aniska Rizky Poetri – United StatesJune 17, 2025 – Verified booking
it was perfect! the tour, the transportation, punctuality and time management was excellent. Wonderful experience, thank you!
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Bharath – United StatesMay 31, 2025 – Verified booking
We had fun, the team was very professional, it was an exciting trip, the team maintained said time schedule, the guide provided was also good, funny and he knew his stuff.
M
Meldridge – SingaporeOctober 12, 2024 – Verified booking
the trip was pretty successful. everything on schedule. the drivers & our tour guide Joel made the trip worth it for every $ spent. joel was so patience with all of us & even assist us to take photos. he has all the skills needed in his kind of job.

Product ID: 151799

Activity provider:Royal City Tours

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