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The Canadian side of Niagara Falls, located in Ontario, Canada, offers the best view of the Horseshoe Falls, which are beautifully lit at night. If you're interested in the falls, check out the Maid of the Mist, a boat that will take you in for a close-up look. The Journey behind the Falls takes you into the caves, where the water roaring above you sounds like thunder. There's more to Niagara Falls than the waterfalls, however. Visitors can enjoy plenty of other attractions, such as the Casino Niagara, fine dining, the Great Wolf Lodge indoor water parks, and nearby amusement parks, such as Marineland and Safari Niagara.

Key facts

Niagara Falls is about a 20-minute drive from the Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) and one hour from the Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Once you’re in the city, many attractions are within walking distance, or are only a five- to ten-minute drive away. The Falls Incline Railway will take you up or down the hill between the Fallsview and Table Rock areas. You’ll find many waterfront lodgings in the area, with some offering a view out to Goat Island.

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The city of Niagara Falls was incorporated in 1904, and the falls are a major source of electricity for the surrounding area. Scientists estimate that the falls are more than 10,000 years old.