Niagara City Cruises
Niagara City Cruises is Niagara Falls’ only boat tour that takes you right up to the mighty plummeting waterfalls. Complimentary ponchos are available for guests to keep dry on board, as the boat travels right into the mist so you’re bound to get a little wet. The Voyage to the Falls tour takes approximately 20 minutes and features an audio commentary sharing fun facts about the natural wonder. Other cruise options include the popular evening Falls Fireworks Cruise, a 40 minute trip to the base of the falls with great view of the city skyline, the summer fall fireworks display and the Falls Illumination.
Purchase tickets in advance online or in person at any of Niagara Parks ticketing windows. Start your tour at the Niagara City Cruises Funicular at the intersection of Niagara Parkway and River Road, located at the bottom of Clifton Hill. Tickets requiring wheelchair access must be purchased on-site at the Main Ticket Plaza on the Niagara Parkway.
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Accessibility Features
Wheelchair accessible
Unobstructed path through public
hallways that are wide enough to allow
people using wheelchairs and other
mobility devices to move easily through
the building.
Universal washroom
Separate, individual washroom with
adequate manoeuvring room for mobility
devices. Includes grab bars, transfer
space, accessible door latch, accessible
sink with knee clearance, easy-to-use
faucets and adult change table.
Support persons welcome
Support persons are welcome to provide
services or assistance with
communication, mobility, personal care,
medical needs or access to facilities.
Please check with the organization about
entry fees, if applicable.
Service animals welcome
Service animal can be identified by visual
indicators (guide dog or other animal
wearing a vest/harness); or
documentation available from a
regulated health professional to confirm
the animal is required due to a disability.
Information available in alternative format
Accessible formats (e.g. for menus,
brochures, etc) and communication
supports are provided in a timely manner
upon request at no extra charge in
consultation with the person making the
request.
Elevator access
Elevator access to all public floors with
adequate manoeuvring room to enter
and exit the elevator.
Accessible washroom
An accessible washroom stall has
adequate manoeuvring room for mobility
devices. Includes grab bars, transfer
space, accessible door latch, sink with
knee clearance, and lever handles or
automatic sensor faucets.
Accessible drop-off location
Passenger drop-off is available by an
accessible entrance.
Accessible transportation
Accessible public transportation and/or
accessible shuttle buses serve the site.
Accessible seating
Reserved space with a clear view of the
event/activity for someone who is seated,
good sound quality, and adequate
manoeuvring room for a mobility device.
Accessible entrances/exits
A sufficiently wide, hard surfaced,
unobstructed path, no steps or equipped
with ramp connecting to a public
entrance or exit and identified by signage.
Automatic door openers, adequate
manoeuvring room in front of door.
More about Niagara City Cruises
The Niagara City Cruises tour actually begins on land at the Niagara Funicular. Originally opened in 1984 under the name Clifton Incline Railway, the funicular had been non-operational for almost 30 years until Niagara City Cruises brought it back to life in 2019. The new, stat- of-the-art funicular was reconstructed and installed along the Great Gorge wall. Visitors access the boarding area via the funicular which drops 56 metres (19 stories) along the rock wall of the Niagara Gorge, offering spectacular views of the falls.
Located in the boarding and disembarking area, Riverside Patio is a full service, seasonal restaurant and patio bar operated by Niagara City Cruises. It’s a great spot to start or end your Niagara City Cruise excursion.
Niagara Falls is made up of three waterfalls, with the Horseshoe Falls located on the Canadian side and the American and Bridal Veil Falls located across the border. Both of the Niagara City Cruises signature tours offer exceptional views of the Horseshoe and American Falls as well as the Niagara Gorge.
You can experience the thunderous beauty of this natural wonder of the world up close and personal via the tiered decks or opt for viewing behind the glass walls for a waterproof experience. The bright red and biodegradable ponchos help keep you dry while also doubling as an easy to pack and reusable raincoat.
Niagara City Cruises staff and crew are fully trained on safety protocols and each watercraft is certified by Transport Canada. Additionally, the full fleet of watercraft is ADA compliant and fully accessible. Private charters, functions, or events aboard the Niagara Guardian 145 passenger capacity watercraft can be arranged.
Gain access to boarding at the Niagara City Cruises Ticket Plaza (5920 Niagara Parkway) or via the Funicular booth (intersection of Niagara Parkway and Clifton Hill). Ample parking is available next to the WEGO Transit stop.
Last updated: August 9, 2022