3-day itinerary · Niagara Falls

3 Days in Niagara Falls: First-Time Highlights

This plan suits first-time visitors who want signature sightseeing alongside outdoor thrills and local culture. Across three days, combine close-up waterfall experiences, panoramic views, engineering history, entertainment and wine tasting.

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Day 1: Meet the falls

Start with close-up waterfall sightseeing, add an outdoor thrill and finish with live entertainment.

  1. Niagara Falls Tour with Boat Ride & Journey Behind the Falls

    Morning

    Niagara Falls Tour with Boat Ride & Journey Behind the Falls

    Take a boat ride and explore Journey Behind the Falls for two complementary introductions to Niagara Falls.

  2. Zipline To The Falls in Niagara Falls, Canada

    Afternoon

    Zipline To The Falls in Niagara Falls, Canada

    Soar on a zipline for panoramic waterfall views and an adventurous twist on classic sightseeing.

  3. Niagara Magic Live

    Evening

    Niagara Magic Live

    Watch a live magic show, balancing a day of outdoor spectacle with performance and entertainment.

Day 2: History and aerial perspectives

Explore the falls' engineering story, see them from above and sample a collection of visitor attractions.

  1. Niagara Underground Tour: Power Station and Tunnel Under Falls

    Morning

    Niagara Underground Tour: Power Station and Tunnel Under Falls

    Explore the power station and tunnel to discover how Niagara Falls connects natural power with electricity and innovation.

  2. Niagara Falls Canada Helicopter Tour

    Afternoon

    Niagara Falls Canada Helicopter Tour

    Take a helicopter tour for a bird's-eye perspective that complements your close-up waterfall experiences.

  3. Clifton Hill Fun Pass: Top 6 Attractions

    Evening

    Clifton Hill Fun Pass: Top 6 Attractions

    Explore attractions with the Clifton Hill Fun Pass for a playful contrast to the day's history and scenery.

Day 3: Wine, water and wide views

Round out your introduction with regional wine tasting, a jet boat adventure and an observation-deck finale.

  1. Niagara-on-the-Lake Small Group Wine Tasting Tour

    Morning

    Niagara-on-the-Lake Small Group Wine Tasting Tour

    Sample regional wines on a small-group tour, adding local tasting culture to your waterfall-focused visit.

  2. Niagara Falls Canada Open-Top (Wet) Jet Boat Tour

    Afternoon

    Niagara Falls Canada Open-Top (Wet) Jet Boat Tour

    Ride an open-top jet boat for a water-based adventure that adds outdoor excitement beyond waterfall viewpoints.

  3. Skylon Tower, Niagara Falls Ontario Observation Deck Admission

    Evening

    Skylon Tower, Niagara Falls Ontario Observation Deck Admission

    Head to the observation deck for sweeping views of Niagara Falls, bringing your first visit to a panoramic close.

Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.