BackNiagara City Cruises
Book Niagara Falls experiences that include Niagara City Cruises admission, from quick boat-focused options to complete small-group sightseeing tours.
The cruise is closed for the winter season. The boat ride will be seamlessly replaced by other thrilling experiences, such as Niagara Takes Flight, Journey Behind the Falls, or The Niagara Parks Power Station, depending on the tour you choose.
Choose Your Niagara City Cruises Experience
Best of Niagara Falls Tour - Canada
What's Included:
- ✓Skylon Tower
- ✓Journey Behind the Falls
- ✓Niagara City Cruises
- ✓Whirlpool State Park
- ✓Dufferin Islands
- ✓Old Scow
Best of Niagara Falls, Canada Small Group Walking Tour
What's Included:
- ✓Skylon Tower
- ✓Journey Behind the Falls
- ✓Niagara City Cruises
From USA - Best of Niagara Falls Canada Tour
What's Included:
- ✓Niagara City Cruises
- ✓Journey Behind the Falls
- ✓Skylon Tower
- ✓Dufferin Islands
- ✓Old Scow
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| Experience | Best of Niagara Falls Tour Canada $159 | Best of Niagara Falls, Canada Small Group Walking Tour $119 | From USA Best of Niagara Falls Canada Tour $159 | Private Exclusive Best of Niagara Falls – Canada $739 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.9 | 4.8 |
| Duration | 4.0 Hours | 3.5 Hours | 5.0 Hours | 5.0 Hours |
| Private Tour | - | - | - | YES |
| Skylon Tower | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Journey Behind the Falls | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Niagara City Cruises | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Whirlpool State Park | ✔ | — | — | — |
| Dufferin Islands | ✔ | — | ✔ | ✔ |
| Old Scow | ✔ | — | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check Availability | Check Availability | Check Availability | Check Availability |
Plan Your Visit
Operating Hours & Seasonal Schedule
The Niagara City Cruises season generally runs from early May to late November. Note that the "Last Boat" time indicates the final departure; you must arrive 30–45 minutes prior to get through the ticketing plaza and down the elevators.
Early Spring (Opening – Mid-May)
- Weekdays: ~9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Weekends: Extended to 6:00 PM or 8:00 PM (weather dependent)
Peak Summer (Mid-May – Labor Day)Longest Hours
- Daily: 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM (Full 12-hour schedule)
- Fireworks Cruises: Special 9:30 PM sailings on select summer nights.
Fall (September – Mid-October)
- Weekdays: 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Weekends: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Late Fall (Mid-Oct – November Closing)
- Daily: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Operating hours are based on reliable historical data but are not officially guaranteed by operators and are subject to change.
⚠️ Important Warning
The Canadian side relies heavily on timed ticketing. In July and August, lines are massive. Even with tickets for the last slot, arrive early to clear the queues, as you cannot buy a ticket at 8:30 PM for the 8:30 PM boat.
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About Niagara City Cruises
Experience the refreshing mist on your skin as you take a 20-minute magical ride along the Niagara River. Niagara City Cruises departs from the Canadian side of the Falls and pass by the Great Gorge, American Falls, and Canadian Horseshoe Falls.
* Thanks to our classic Canadian winters, this cruise operates seasonally. While exact dates vary annually, it typically runs from April or May until late November.
Hop On A Niagara City Cruises Boat Tour !
📖 Best Time to Visit
The cruise is seasonal, running from April or May until late November, so it's recommended you visit during these months to experience the best views of the city on a scenic cruise! The exact dates change every year so make sure to keep an eye out for the dates and times during which the cruise operates.
✨ What to Know
Niagara City Cruises is the official boat tour supplier to Niagara Parks offering a 20-minute "Voyage to the Falls" boat tour that will be the best 20 minutes of your life! The cruises set sail from the Canadian side of the Niagara River and will take you through some great scenic adventures including the panoramic vista of Niagara Gorge, American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Canadian Horseshoe Falls. You'll have access to two ships here, Niagara Wonder and Niagara Thunder, both with a capacity to seat 700 tourists!
📍 How to Get There
✨ Highlights
✨ Features
A Niagara Falls Boat Tour is a must if you're visiting this gorgeous city! There's no other way you can get up close and personal with the famous Canadian waterfalls than by setting sail on the great Niagara City Cruises. As you depart from the waters of Niagara River, you'll see a spectacular vista spread out before you: the majestic Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and the Great Gorge all waiting for you to take in their beauty!
Aside from the 20-minute Voyage to the Falls boat tour, another tour popular among sightseers is the Falls Fireworks Cruise. See the whimsical starry night lit up with fireworks and the illumination from the Falls on this 40-minute cruise! Whether you prefer sailing during the day to admire the natural beauty of the waterfalls or cruising around the Niagara River at night to see the illuminated Falls juxtaposed with the darkness of the horizon — Niagara City Cruises has it all!
📖 History
Niagara City Cruises commenced its journey in 1974 on the waters in Berkeley, California with just two ships. By 1980, the course of its operation shifted a bit when it was sold by the original owner, Ward Proescher, to P. Michael Watson and Terry MacRae while starting a competitor company in the Bay Area. But by 1989, Niagara City Cruises had expanded quickly by annexing other charter yacht businesses active in San Diego, San Francisco, Newport Beach, and Marina del Rey. The headquarters of the company were (and still are) nestled on the historic Steel Electric-class Santa Rosa ferry anchored at Pier 3 in San Francisco.
When Terry MacRae solely owned the company in 1992, it was renamed Hornblower Cruises & Events to reflect that the cruise wasn't just operating for businesses but for special events as well such as film shoots, weddings, parties, and more! Fast forward to 2019, this enterprise acquired Entertainment Cruises doubling the number of ferries and locations where they operated. Today, Niagara City Cruises' fleet consists of over 80 ships and sails from 19 different ports — quite a leap from the 2 ships the company started from!
Just recently, the Hornblower Canada Company started operating the Niagara Falls Cruises by the name of Niagara Falls Gorge Boat Tour from the Canadian side of the picturesque Niagara River near the great Niagara Falls. These cruises were previously operated by the Maid of the Mist, which now sails out of Niagara Falls, New York on the American side of the Niagara River. Niagara Falls Cruises have two ships with a capacity to seat 700 passengers each — Niagara Wonder and Niagara Thunder.
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1-888-961-6584
Local
1-289-271-9767
