The Maid of the Mist takes adventurers on a ride to the brink of the falls. Travelers can board the historic ferry and take a one-hour trip that brings them next to both the American and the Canadian sides of the falls. Those who participate in the trip must wear a plastic raincoat provided by the steamship crew. This is because the boat gets so close to the rushing torrents of water that the resulting spray leaves everyone drenched. The ride costs $15 for adults, $10 for children aged 6-12 and free for anyone five and under. Discounts are available for those who purchase the Adventure Pass, which offers access to the Maid of the Mist and several other popular attractions at more than 30 percent off the ticket price. These passes can be purchased at the Niagara Falls Information Centre, located at the base of Clifton Hill.
Maid of the Mist Steamboat Company, Ltd.
5920 River Road
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6V6
905-358-5781
maidofthemist.com
Some of the world's strangest people, places and accomplishments in history are chronicled at the Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Museum located on Clifton Hill, in the heart of the tourist district. The museum features more than 700 exhibits, oddities and assorted other displays. Visitors are also treated to interactive galleries and videos of some of the most incredible feats the world has ever seen. Adults pay $16 at the door, while children $6-12 are charged $7.90 and kids 5 and under get in free. Those who buy their passes at the Greater Niagara Information Centre will save nearly 25 percent off the price of the ticket.
Ripley's Believe It Or Not!
4960 Clifton Hill
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3N4
905-356-2238
www.ripleysniagara.com
A visit to Louis Tussaud's Waxworks will treat vacationers to some of the most lifelike sculptures in the world. The collection of wax figures includes movie stars, musicians, crime lords, religious figures and other celebrities. Visitors are encouraged to have their pictures taken with the sculptures, which are arranged in 16 different galleries throughout the building. Like many other attractions in Niagara Falls, the Louis Tussaud Waxworks exhibit is affordable for families and groups. Tickets bought at the museum are around $14 for adults, $6 for children 6-12 and free to kids 5 and under. Tickets can be purchased at the Greater Niagara Information Centre at a discount of nearly three dollars for adults, and a $1.40 discount for children 6-12.
Louis Tussaud's Waxworks
4915 Clifton Hill
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 7T5
905-374-6601
ripleysniagara.com
