Maid of the Mist - Niagara Falls - Things To Do Reviews

The weather in October was perfect to go onto the boat! It wasn't cold nor warm. Luckily they gave us a poncho to wear because you will get wet on this boat ride. The ticket booth is near the tourist strip on the Canadian side (and I think there is a boat leaving from the American side as well). Once everyone is on the boat, it brings you pretty close to the American Falls to get great pictures! You will see many rainbows during the ride. Part of the boat ride is to talk to the other tourists on the boat! Also, during the ride the captain is giving some history of the falls. Once most of the boat has pictures of the American Falls, they take you to the center of the horseshoe falls. It is very difficult to take many pictures from this point because of all of the mist. At this point you do get wet!

The Maid of the Mist boat ride at Niagara Falls has to be one of the world's most famous (and fun!) sightseeing attractions. The attraction has been in operation since 1848 carrying vistors and thrill seekers for an up close and personal view of Niagara Falls. It is defintely something thet you "have" to do when visiting Niagara Falls.

THe boats can be boarded on either the Canadian side at River Road in Niagra Falls, Ontario, or on the American side in Niagra Falls, NY. In either location, an elevator takes you down to the river level. As you board, you've given a blue plastic poncho to wear. But, you'll get wet anyway, it's part of the attraction! (Mind your camera.)

The boat will take you right up to the base of the Canadian Falls. You'll feel the mist, hear the roar of the falls, and sense the boat fighting the strong current of the Niagara River. There are also great views of the American Falls and Rainbow Bridge.

The Maid of the Mist operates April to October.