Steven’s Guidebook for Niagara Falls (Canada & USA), Niagara-On-The-Lake, and Buffalo Area

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Steven’s Guidebook for Niagara Falls (Canada & USA), Niagara-On-The-Lake, and Buffalo Area

Sightseeing

One of the best National Parks in the country. Renowned as the "Grand Canyon of the East."
Excellent natural trails and spectacular views of the Niagara Gorge (which feeds directly from Niagara Falls) that separates Canada and the US. Both rough and family-friendly easy hiking along boulders and tree-covered paths.
Niagara Glen Nature Centre
3050 Niagara River Parkway
Excellent natural trails and spectacular views of the Niagara Gorge (which feeds directly from Niagara Falls) that separates Canada and the US. Both rough and family-friendly easy hiking along boulders and tree-covered paths.
Large butterfly conservatory surrounded by tranquil parks and gardens.
152 locals recommend
Butterfly Conservatory
2565 Niagara Pkwy
152 locals recommend
Large butterfly conservatory surrounded by tranquil parks and gardens.
Sometimes called the "Honeymoon Capital of the World" and one of the Natural Wonders of the World.
1604 locals recommend
Niagara Falls
1604 locals recommend
Sometimes called the "Honeymoon Capital of the World" and one of the Natural Wonders of the World.
Interesting attraction right near the Canadian Falls. Plenty of free parking. The center even has it's own vineyard!
Mount Carmel Spiritual Centre
7020 Stanley Ave
Interesting attraction right near the Canadian Falls. Plenty of free parking. The center even has it's own vineyard!
Popular Casino resort
174 locals recommend
Fallsview Casino Resort
6380 Fallsview Blvd
174 locals recommend
Popular Casino resort
World-class theatre in Niagara-on-the-Lake wine country. Second largest repertory theatre in North America.
148 locals recommend
Shaw Festival Theatre
10 Queen's Parade
148 locals recommend
World-class theatre in Niagara-on-the-Lake wine country. Second largest repertory theatre in North America.
Spectacular views on dedicated multi-use bike/walking trail that follows the Niagara river and ends at the Niagara-on-the-Lake town.
9 locals recommend
Niagara Parkway Recreational Trail
Niagara Parkway Recreational Trail
9 locals recommend
Spectacular views on dedicated multi-use bike/walking trail that follows the Niagara river and ends at the Niagara-on-the-Lake town.
Historic park atop the Niagara Escarpment with stunning views, historic monuments, and picnic areas. Includes fine dining at Queenston Heights Restaurant.
81 locals recommend
Queenston Heights Park
14184 Niagara Pkwy
81 locals recommend
Historic park atop the Niagara Escarpment with stunning views, historic monuments, and picnic areas. Includes fine dining at Queenston Heights Restaurant.
Family-friendly adventure park that features suspended obstacles and ziplines above the whirlpool and Niagara Gorge.
28 locals recommend
WildPlay Niagara Falls Whirlpool Adventure Course
3500 Niagara Pkwy
28 locals recommend
Family-friendly adventure park that features suspended obstacles and ziplines above the whirlpool and Niagara Gorge.
World famous boat tour of the American and Horseshoe Falls. North America's Oldest Tourist Attraction since 1846!
123 locals recommend
Maid of the Mist
1 Prospect St
123 locals recommend
World famous boat tour of the American and Horseshoe Falls. North America's Oldest Tourist Attraction since 1846!
Historic restored, fully-functioning carousel (originally from 1898) that offers rides for 5 cents! Located in excellent Lakeside Park which offers a picturesque park on the south shore of Lake Ontario.
41 locals recommend
Lakeside Park Carousel
1 Lakeport Rd
41 locals recommend
Historic restored, fully-functioning carousel (originally from 1898) that offers rides for 5 cents! Located in excellent Lakeside Park which offers a picturesque park on the south shore of Lake Ontario.
Amazing views of ships passing through the Welland Canal which connects Lake Erie and Lake Ontario.
15 locals recommend
Welland Canal Lookout
15 locals recommend
Amazing views of ships passing through the Welland Canal which connects Lake Erie and Lake Ontario.
9-hole golf course, measures 2857 yards from the longest tees.
8 locals recommend
Queenston Golf Course
269 Progressive Avenue
8 locals recommend
9-hole golf course, measures 2857 yards from the longest tees.
Museum featuring historic carrousels and Wurlitzer organs. Many family events throughout the year.
17 locals recommend
Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum
180 Thompson St
17 locals recommend
Museum featuring historic carrousels and Wurlitzer organs. Many family events throughout the year.
Recently-expanded and renovated zoo. Affordable day with the family.
149 locals recommend
The Buffalo Zoo
300 Parkside Ave
149 locals recommend
Recently-expanded and renovated zoo. Affordable day with the family.
Aquarium and amusement park with many rides and dolphin & marine mammal shows.
84 locals recommend
MarineLand
7657 Portage Rd
84 locals recommend
Aquarium and amusement park with many rides and dolphin & marine mammal shows.
Science museum with many exhibits featuring animals, science, and technology.
96 locals recommend
Buffalo Museum of Science
1020 Humboldt Pkwy
96 locals recommend
Science museum with many exhibits featuring animals, science, and technology.
Top full-service casino with a 4-diamond hotel.
88 locals recommend
Seneca Niagara Casino
310 4th St
88 locals recommend
Top full-service casino with a 4-diamond hotel.
Renowned botanical gardens in South Buffalo which opened in 1868.
56 locals recommend
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens
2655 South Park Ave
56 locals recommend
Renowned botanical gardens in South Buffalo which opened in 1868.
Frank Lloyd Wright's world-class masterpiece of architecture.
154 locals recommend
Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House Complex
125 Jewett Pkwy
154 locals recommend
Frank Lloyd Wright's world-class masterpiece of architecture.
Admittedly not in the Buffalo and Niagara Falls New York area, but definite must-see, one-of-a-kind children's museum which houses the National Toy Hall of Fame. Rochester, NY is under a 2-hour drive away from the Buffalo area.
198 locals recommend
The Strong Museum
1 Manhattan Square Dr
198 locals recommend
Admittedly not in the Buffalo and Niagara Falls New York area, but definite must-see, one-of-a-kind children's museum which houses the National Toy Hall of Fame. Rochester, NY is under a 2-hour drive away from the Buffalo area.
256 locals recommend
Letchworth State Park
1 Letchworth State Park
256 locals recommend

Neighborhoods

Charming historic town designated a National Historic Site of Canada. Perfect for strolling past independent boutiques and unique stores and restaurants. Great starting point to visit surrounding wineries.
628 locals recommend
Niagara on the Lake
628 locals recommend
Charming historic town designated a National Historic Site of Canada. Perfect for strolling past independent boutiques and unique stores and restaurants. Great starting point to visit surrounding wineries.
Central neighbourhood by the Canadian Falls with many family-friendly amusement park rides, games, and attractions.
14 locals recommend
Clifton Hill
Clifton Hill
14 locals recommend
Central neighbourhood by the Canadian Falls with many family-friendly amusement park rides, games, and attractions.

Shopping

Large premium/high-end outlet, outdoor shopping center.
325 locals recommend
Outlet Collection at Niagara
300 Taylor Rd
325 locals recommend
Large premium/high-end outlet, outdoor shopping center.
High-end, premium outlet shopping.
138 locals recommend
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls, USA
1900 Military Rd
138 locals recommend
High-end, premium outlet shopping.
High-end shopping center with stores/restaurants that include Cheesecake Factory, Microsoft Store, Apple Store, Melting Pot, and Best Buy.
122 locals recommend
Walden Galleria
1 Walden Galleria
122 locals recommend
High-end shopping center with stores/restaurants that include Cheesecake Factory, Microsoft Store, Apple Store, Melting Pot, and Best Buy.

Food scene

Highly-rated mediterranean restaurant.
58 locals recommend
Lake House Restaurant
3100 N Service Rd
58 locals recommend
Highly-rated mediterranean restaurant.
Top-rated Japanese Ramen restaurant
Kenzo Ramen
200 St Paul St
Top-rated Japanese Ramen restaurant
Authentic Brazilian steakhouse in Niagara Falls
36 locals recommend
Copacabana Brazilian Steakhouse - Niagara
6671 Fallsview Blvd
36 locals recommend
Authentic Brazilian steakhouse in Niagara Falls
Nearby winery with free wine tasting
31 locals recommend
Château des Charmes
1025 York Rd
31 locals recommend
Nearby winery with free wine tasting
Famous winery and restaurant
114 locals recommend
Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery
1366 York Rd
114 locals recommend
Famous winery and restaurant
Shop specializing in peanuts and specialty confectionary products.
Picards Peanuts
1835 Niagara Stone Rd
Shop specializing in peanuts and specialty confectionary products.
Korean & Japanese Restaurant (with Korean BBQ options).
Duru Restaurant
220 Welland Ave
Korean & Japanese Restaurant (with Korean BBQ options).
Nationwide Poutine chain (iconic Canadian dish of fries, cheese curd, and gravy, originally from Québec).
Smoke's Poutinerie
10 Summer St
Nationwide Poutine chain (iconic Canadian dish of fries, cheese curd, and gravy, originally from Québec).
Old-fashioned premium ice cream originally from Prince Edward Island.
628 locals recommend
Niagara on the Lake
628 locals recommend
Old-fashioned premium ice cream originally from Prince Edward Island.
Famed birthplace of the Buffalo Chicken Wing.
100 locals recommend
Anchor Bar
1047 Main St
100 locals recommend
Famed birthplace of the Buffalo Chicken Wing.
Rival to Anchor Bar which some (including myself) prefer!
9 locals recommend
Duff's Famous Wings of Orchard Park
3090 Orchard Park Road
9 locals recommend
Rival to Anchor Bar which some (including myself) prefer!
Famous chain known for huge portions and, of course, cheesecake!
The Cheesecake Factory
1 Walden Galleria
Famous chain known for huge portions and, of course, cheesecake!