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That was a great trip!

Overall.
We flew into Buffalo NY, toured the American and Canadian side of the Falls. Most of the views were at no charge! My suggestion is to take a day and walk the American side of the falls in the State Park then another day on the Canadian side. Wear walking shoes and possibly a change of socks and shoes if you intend to get wet. Lots of walking but they also have a shuttle for the park.

American side.
You will get fantastic and up close views of the American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls. You can also take a tour of the Cave of the Winds (extra cost) which isn’t a cave but a long staircase to the bottom of the falls. You will get soaked but they give you a poncho.

Canadian Side.
There are a number of sites that provide beautiful up close views of Horseshoe Falls. You can also see the American Falls from this side. Be prepared to show your passport when entering Canada. Most of all the sites are free of charge.

Must See.
Take the time to go on the Maid of the Mist tour. It is a boat that goes right up to the falls. You will most probably get wet but they provide a poncho. It is a great tour and well worth the admission!

Also go up the Skylon Tower for a great view of the falls. I thought this view was very well worth the admission cost. Don’t miss it.

Another tour is the power plant. Spend the extra money to get a guided tour. It’s pretty interesting.

Skip it.
Do yourself a favor and skip the Journey Behind the Falls. It’s nothing but a long line to get in, a long line to get out, and another long line to see two “portals”. It’s not like you are walking behind the falls. It’s only a couple of tunnels that end in a wall of water. It’s pretty unimpressive. Another portal shows you a tunnel that was made many years ago. It is interesting but you can’t walk into it. There is an outside area that is right next to the falls but if you take the boat tour you get the same and better view. I really wasn’t impressed.

Hotels.
If you really have to have a view of the falls from your hotel you will be paying a premium for it. We stayed at the Oakes Overlooking the Falls but left after 1 night. Yes the view was nice but the hotel wasn’t what we expected. Real disappointed. I suggest finding a place away from the tourist trap area.

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