About this city
Also known as: Honeymoon Capital of the World
Niagara Falls is a historic, globally iconic river city positioned dramatically on the eastern bank of the Niagara River, directly sharing a maritime border with Ontario, Canada. Established near the roaring precipice of the world's most powerful waterfalls, the city exploded in the late 19th century into a titan of heavy industrial manufacturing and pioneering hydroelectric power. Today, Niagara Falls expertly pairs its rich, gritty working-class factory character with a booming international tourism economy, boasting the oldest state park in the United States and massive marine viewing infrastructures.
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Suggested stay: 1–2 days
Don a custom poncho to stand directly beneath crashing waters on the Cave of the Winds wooden walkways, board the historic Maid of the Mist boat to cruise deep into heavy waterfall spray, and view scenic vistas from Niagara Falls State Park.
