Toronto: Niagara Falls Night Tour, Boat, Journey, Dinner & Tower

Niagara Falls - Hornblower Boat Cruise Passengers

Illumination Tower: Get an exclusive VIP tour of Illumination Tower where you can control the lights of the waterfalls!

3 Course Dinner overlooking the waterfalls

Changing the colours of the waterfalls at Illumination Tower

Niagara Falls Fireworks (Approx. May 17 to Oct 14, dates may vary).

SkyWheel in Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls' "Entertainment District"

The Canadian Horseshoe Waterfalls at night

Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights (November 18 - January 7)

Duration10h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 28 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Join a day-and-night tour of Niagara Falls with round-trip transportation from Toronto. Travel in an air-conditioned bus with a licensed guide who shares historical insights and local advice.

Take photos at all of Niagara's remarkable waterfalls: the Canadian Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls. Enjoy 4 to 5 hours of free time to explore on your own, or upgrade your package with Niagara's most famous experiences below.

Add the Attractions Package to experience Niagara's top waterfall activities: the Niagara City Cruises (Hornblower) Boat Cruise and Journey Behind the Falls.

Add the All-Inclusive Package to join a dinner overlooking the waterfalls and take an exclusive tour of Illumination Tower, where you can control the nighttime illumination and change the colours yourself.

From May to October, enjoy a fireworks show; in winter, experience the magical Winter Festival of Lights.

Options

With Boat Cruise & Journey

Attractions Package: Includes Niagara's two most famous attractions, the Hornblower Boat Cruise and Journey Behind the Falls.
Boat Cruise Dates: Includes admission to the Boat Cruise and Journey Behind the Falls. Boat is replaced with an alternate activity in winter.
Dinner Not Included: Enjoy some free time to explore Clifton Hill and dine at one of the many local restaurants in Niagara Falls.
Pickup included

No Add-Ons, Extra Free Time

Free Time: Attractions and dinner are not included. Enjoy around 4 hours of free time to explore and have dinner on your own.
Clifton Hill: Enjoy free time in Clifton Hill, Niagara's "entertainment district," with many restaurants and activities.
Add Attractions on the Day: You can add the tour add-ons on the day of your trip (boat, journey, dinner and Illumination Tower).
Clifton Hill Activities: Clifton Hill is like a carnival - arcades, a wax museum, SkyWheel, specialty desserts, themed restaurants and more.
Pickup included

With Boat,Journey,Dinner,Tower

All Inclusive Package: Includes Attractions Package plus a 3-course dinner and Illumination Tower (where you can change the waterfall colours).
Attractions: Includes admission to the Boat Cruise and Journey Behind the Falls. Boat is replaced with an alternate activity in winter.
Dinner with Waterfalls View: Includes dinner overlooking the falls. Restaurants vary by season.
Pickup included

What's included

Admission Ticket: Exclusive tour of Illumination Tower (optional)
Round-trip Transportation from central hotels and locations in Toronto and Mississauga
Admission Ticket: Boat Cruise (optional, available May 8-Nov 30, activity replaced when closed)
Fireworks show: May 15 to October 12 and select winter days; dates subject to change
Winter Festival of Lights: Approximately November 14 to January 10, dates subject to change)
Dinner overlooking the waterfalls (optional)
Admission ticket: Journey Behind the Falls (optional)

Cash gratuities for guide (optional)

What to expect

Toronto
2h

Pick-up is available around 12:30 PM in the winter or 1:30 PM in the summer (times vary based on sunset times - we will email you to confirm). Drop-off is approximately 9 to 10 hours later at the same spot.
30m

Visit a local maple syrup and chocolate factory. This 30-minute stop included a guided tour of the maple syrup-making process, including 3 flavours of maple syrup and local chocolates.
1h · Admission ticket included

Experience the famous Niagara City Cruises (Hornblower) boat cruise. Previously called the "Maid of the Mist", this is a 20-minute ride that starts at the American Falls, rides past the Bridal Veil Falls, and into the mist of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. You'll get a red poncho to stay dry. The boat runs from around May 8 to November 30, depending on weather conditions. In the winter, it is replaced by another famous attraction in Niagara Falls.
Journey Behind the Falls
1h · Admission ticket included

Experience your closest visit to the Canadian Horseshoe Waterfalls! You will head into the 130-year-old tunnels built behind the waterfalls. The observation deck brings you as close to the water as possible and is where you'll take the best photos of your day!
1h 30m · Admission ticket included

Dinner with a view of the waterfalls. Usually at Table Rock Restaurant, the Fallsview Buffet, or Prime Steakhouse, depending on availability.
30m · Admission ticket included

Visit Illumination Tower, where we control the nighttime colors of the falls! You will receive an exclusive tour to see how it all works and change the waterfall colors yourself!
Winter Festival of Lights
1h

See dozens of magical holiday and winter light displays all around Niagara Falls. Millions of lights create incredible exhibitions. Available approximately November 12 to January 10; exact dates vary.
Toronto
1h 30m

The tour typically finishes around 8:15 PM in the winter and 10:15 PM in the summer. The drive back to Toronto will take about 1.5 hours.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

WHERE TO WAIT: In front of the main entrance (there are similarly named hotels - double-check the correct address). PICK-UP TIME: From May 8 to October 15, pick-up is at 2:00 PM and drop-off is around 11:30 PM. From October 16 to May 7, pick-up is at 12:55 PM, and drop-off is around 10:00 PM.

Meeting point

WHERE TO WAIT: This is the address for a Starbucks - wait in front of the Starbucks Cafe entrance. PICK-UP TIME: From May 8 to October 15, pick-up is at 1:25 PM and drop-off is around 12:00 AM. From October 16 to May 7, pick-up is at 12:20 PM, and drop-off is around 10:30 PM.

Meeting point

WHERE TO WAIT: In front of the cafe "Dineen Coffee Co". PICK-UP TIME: From May 8 to October 15, pick-up is at 1:15 PM and drop-off is around 12:00 AM. From October 16 to May 7, pick-up is at 12:10 PM, and drop-off is around 10:30 PM.

Meeting point

WHERE TO WAIT: Across the street from the "Shoppers Drug Mart" store, on the side of the shopping mall. PICK-UP TIME: From May 8 to October 15, pick-up is at 1:15 PM and drop-off is around 12:00 AM. From October 16 to May 7, pick-up is at 12:10 PM, and drop-off is around 10:30 PM.

Meeting point

WHERE TO WAIT: In front of the Gerrard St. doors (make sure you are at the correct doors for Gerrard St). PICK-UP TIME: From May 8 to October 15, pick-up is at 1:10 PM and drop-off is around 12:00 AM. From October 16 to May 7, pick-up is at 12:05 PM, and drop-off is around 10:30 PM.

Meeting point

WHERE TO WAIT: In front of the Wood St. doors. PICK-UP TIME: From May 8 to October 15, pick-up is at 1:05 PM and drop-off is around 12:00 AM. From October 16 to May 7, pick-up is at 12:00 PM, and drop-off is around 10:45 PM.

End point

WHERE TO WAIT: In front of the main entrance (there are similarly named hotels - double-check the correct address). PICK-UP TIME: From May 8 to October 15, pick-up is at 2:00 PM and drop-off is around 11:30 PM. From October 16 to May 7, pick-up is at 12:55 PM, and drop-off is around 10:00 PM.

End point

WHERE TO WAIT: This is the address for a Starbucks - wait in front of the Starbucks Cafe entrance. PICK-UP TIME: From May 8 to October 15, pick-up is at 1:25 PM and drop-off is around 12:00 AM. From October 16 to May 7, pick-up is at 12:20 PM, and drop-off is around 10:30 PM.

End point

WHERE TO WAIT: In front of the cafe "Dineen Coffee Co". PICK-UP TIME: From May 8 to October 15, pick-up is at 1:15 PM and drop-off is around 12:00 AM. From October 16 to May 7, pick-up is at 12:10 PM, and drop-off is around 10:30 PM.

End point

WHERE TO WAIT: Across the street from the "Shoppers Drug Mart" store, on the side of the shopping mall. PICK-UP TIME: From May 8 to October 15, pick-up is at 1:15 PM and drop-off is around 12:00 AM. From October 16 to May 7, pick-up is at 12:10 PM, and drop-off is around 10:30 PM.

End point

WHERE TO WAIT: In front of the Gerrard St. doors (make sure you are at the correct doors for Gerrard St). PICK-UP TIME: From May 8 to October 15, pick-up is at 1:10 PM and drop-off is around 12:00 AM. From October 16 to May 7, pick-up is at 12:05 PM, and drop-off is around 10:30 PM.

End point

WHERE TO WAIT: In front of the Wood St. doors. PICK-UP TIME: From May 8 to October 15, pick-up is at 1:05 PM and drop-off is around 12:00 AM. From October 16 to May 7, pick-up is at 12:00 PM, and drop-off is around 10:45 PM.

Pickup details

The pick-up times change by season to accommodate sunset times and seasonal events. Please pay attention to the dates and times on your ticket. We will also send you an email confirmation after booking and an email and WhatsApp reminder the day before your tour. Arrive 10 minutes early to avoid missing the bus.

Special Instruction from the tour operator: Disregard your Viator/TripAdvisor ticket start time of 12:20 PM; our start times vary by pick-up location and season.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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