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Maid of The Mist

Maid of the Mist is one of Niagara Falls’ most iconic experiences, taking you on an unforgettable boat ride into the heart of the Falls. Departing from Niagara Falls, New York, the cruise travels past the American and Bridal Veil Falls before approaching the mighty Horseshoe Falls, where you’ll feel the mist and power of Niagara up close.

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Niagara Falls Full-Day Tour: American & Canadian Sides

From CA$259/ person

Niagara Falls Full-Day Tour: American & Canadian Sides

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  • Maid of The Mist
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Niagara Falls USA Small Group Walking Tour with Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds

From $129/ person

Niagara Falls USA Small Group Walking Tour with Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds

3 hrsChange-of-Plans Guarantee

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Niagara Falls US Walking Tour with [Maid of the Mist ONLY]

From $79/ person

Niagara Falls US Walking Tour with [Maid of the Mist ONLY]

2 hrsChange-of-Plans Guarantee

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Niagara Falls Full-Day Tour: American & Canadian Sides5 hrs

Niagara Falls Full-Day Tour: American & Canadian Sides

Experience Niagara Falls from both the U.S. and Canadian sides in one seamless, small-group adventure. Walk Goat Island, feel the mist at Cave of the Winds, sail on the Maid of the Mist (seasonal), and enjoy panoramic views from Skylon Tower. Includes cross-border transportation and hotel pickup for a hassle-free, unforgettable day.

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Niagara Falls USA Small Group Walking Tour with Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds3 hrs

Niagara Falls USA Small Group Walking Tour with Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds

Experience the awe of Niagara Falls USA up close on the Best of Niagara Falls USA Walking Tour! This small group adventure includes a thrilling Maid of the Mist boat ride (seasonal), access to the Prospect Point Observation Tower, and a walk along the hurricane deck at Cave of the Winds. You will also explore Goat Island, Luna Island, and Terrapin Point with an expert guide.

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Niagara Falls US Walking Tour with [Maid of the Mist ONLY]2 hrs

Niagara Falls US Walking Tour with [Maid of the Mist ONLY]

Get ready to experience Niagara Falls USA from every angle—starting with the legendary Maid of the Mist boat ride that takes you right into the heart of the action. Take in the views from Prospect Point, then wander across Goat Island for up-close lookouts over the American and Bridal Veil Falls. You’ll catch iconic spots like Terrapin Point and the Tesla Statue along the way. Add on Cave of the Winds if you want that extra “I can’t believe I’m this close” moment.

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Exclusive Early Access: Maid of the Mist & Cave of Winds Walking Tour3 hrs

Exclusive Early Access: Maid of the Mist & Cave of Winds Walking Tour

Discover Niagara Falls on this exclusive 3-hour Maid of the Mist & Cave of the Winds Tour. Begin with a guided introduction and scenic walk to the dock, then be among the first to sail into the heart of the falls. Continue exploring Goat Island, Luna Island, and Terrapin Point before ending with an unforgettable walk just steps from Bridal Veil Falls.

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Niagara Falls USA Night Walking with Maid of the Mist & Fireworks3 hrs

Niagara Falls USA Night Walking with Maid of the Mist & Fireworks

Experience the beauty of Niagara Falls after dark on this guided night tour featuring the iconic Maid of the Mist boat ride, breathtaking illuminated views, and a spectacular fireworks display over the Falls.

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Ultimate Niagara Falls USA Tour + Live on Air - Niagara Falls Balloon Ride4 hrs

Ultimate Niagara Falls USA Tour + Live on Air - Niagara Falls Balloon Ride

Discover the American side of Niagara Falls like never before. Journey through iconic stops including the mist-filled Maid of the Mist, the thrilling walkways of Cave of the Winds, and the scenic overlooks of Goat Island. Lift your experience to new heights — literally — with a hot air balloon ride over the Falls. It’s a one-of-a-kind summer adventure, both on the ground and in the sky.

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Best of Niagara Falls USA3 hrs

Best of Niagara Falls USA

Experience the best of Niagara Falls, USA on this small group guided tour with hotel pickup and drop off. Visit iconic spots like the Maid of the Mist boat ride, the thrilling Cave of the Winds, and scenic Goat Island, including Luna Island and Terrapin Point.

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Best of Niagara Falls, USA Exclusive Private Tour4 hrs

Best of Niagara Falls, USA Exclusive Private Tour

Explore Niagara Falls, USA on a private 4-hour tour. Ride in a comfy van with your own guide. No crowds. No waiting in long lines. You’ll go on the famous Maid of the Mist boat ride. Feel the spray from the Falls up close. Also, visit Cave of the Winds. Walk along wooden paths just steps from the rushing water. Stop at Goat Island and Terrapin Point. It’s a calm place with big views of the swirling river below.

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Best of Niagara Falls USA Day and Night Combo Tour6 hrs

Best of Niagara Falls USA Day and Night Combo Tour

This small-group tour highlights the top things to do in Niagara Falls, USA, from day to night, with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off included. By daylight, ride the iconic Maid of the Mist and explore the thrilling Cave of the Winds. Learn about the area's rich history while visiting Goat Island, Luna Island. In the evening, enjoy dinner with views of Horseshoe Falls, followed by a stop at the best viewpoint to see the illuminated falls.

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Niagara Falls Full Day Tour: American & Canadian Sides5 hrs

Niagara Falls Full Day Tour: American & Canadian Sides

Experience Niagara Falls from both the U.S. and Canadian sides in one seamless, small-group adventure. Walk Goat Island, feel the mist at Cave of the Winds, sail on the Maid of the Mist (seasonal), and enjoy panoramic views from Skylon Tower. Includes cross-border transportation and hotel pickup for a hassle-free, unforgettable day.

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Best of Niagara Falls USA Plus Helicopter5 hrs

Best of Niagara Falls USA Plus Helicopter

This thrilling Niagara Falls tour offers the ultimate way to explore the American side in an ultra small group. Enjoy a scenic helicopter ride, get up close on the Maid of the Mist, and explore the Cave of the Winds.

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Niagara Falls Full-Day Tour: American & Canadian Sides
Niagara Falls USA Small Group Walking Tour with Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds
Niagara Falls US Walking Tour with [Maid of the Mist ONLY]
Exclusive Early Access: Maid of the Mist & Cave of Winds Walking Tour
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Opening hours

Open daily 9am to 8pm Hours may vary

332 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, USA

💡 Visitor tip

<li>Guests should expect to get a little wet on this boat ride, especially those standing near the front of the boat <li>Strollers are not recommended onboard <li>The Maid of the Mist is wheelchair accessible

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Important Information:

What to Bring:

  • A free souvenir rain poncho is provided before boarding. Wear it, the boat runs close enough to the Horseshoe Falls that you will get wet without one.
  • Closed shoes with grip for the wet deck.
  • A waterproof phone case if you want photos from the boat.

About Maid of The Mist

A trip to Niagara Falls, New York is not complete without a ride on this classic cruise where you will be able to feel the refreshing mist on your skin. Departing from Niagara Falls, New York this cruise will take you up close to the American and Bridal Veil Falls and into the dense mist of the Horseshoe Falls (also known as the Canadian Falls). The tour passes briefly through Ontario before returning to the American side of Niagara Falls.

 

While on board you’ll be treated to amazing views, hear the thundering roar of the rushing water, and feel the mist on your skin as you get right up close and personal to the Falls. The Maid of the Mist is North America’s oldest tourist attraction. Its operation dates back to 1846. This iconic cruise has hosted many famous guests including celebrities, world leaders, and even royalty, such as Marilyn Monroe, Princess Diana, Princes William and Harry, John Krasinski, and Jenna Fischer!

Hop Aboard The Maid Of The Mist To See The Falls!


📖 Best Time to Visit

Maid of the Mist boat tours are seasonal, running from mid-May to the end of October. But they are subject to change depending on the weather conditions, so it's recommended that you keep an eye out for the dates and times during which the cruise operates. Plan ahead to book your tour on a clear, sunny day to see the breathtaking views during your cruise!

 

✨ What to Know

The Maid of the Mist has the honor of being North America’s oldest tourist attraction. Departing from Niagara Falls, New York this water voyage will take you up close to the American and Bridal Veil Falls and into the thick mist of the Horseshoe Falls (also referred to as the Canadian Falls).

 

The ship ferries briefly through the Canadian side before returning to the American side of Niagara Falls. This classic Niagara Falls cruise takes you to the base of Niagara Falls through the Niagara River, starting and ending on the American side of the Falls.

 

📍 How to Get There

The cruise departs from the boarding docks of Niagara Reservation State Park at Prospect Point, Niagara Falls, NY. You'll spot the entrance to the nearest Niagara Falls State Park lot at the intersection of Prospect Street and Mayor Michael O’Laughlin Drive. The ferries start operating as early as 9:00 am and depart every 15 minutes until 8:00 pm. It's recommended that you book a guided tour that offers pick-up directly from your hotel!

 

✨ Highlights

There's no better way to see the majestic views of American and Horseshoe Falls than by cruising on the Maid of the Mist! Hear the roar of the crashing Falls as they drench your skin! Be refreshed in the dense mist of the waters! Marvel at the historic rock formations and roiling whitewater of gorgeous waterfalls! Be one with mother nature!

 

✨ Features

Boat rides in Niagara Falls are never a bad idea. And what better way to experience the surreal closeness to the Falls than by hopping on the original Niagara Falls boat tour? Maid of the Mist cruise has been enticing tourists for over 150 years, and will continue to do so due to its exceptional services! Before you hop on the double-deck ferry, the sightseers are offered a rain poncho to wear at the Observation Tower. Then the boat departs and crosses the base of the American Falls onto the basin of Horseshoe Falls wrapped in dense mist which will leave you more refreshed than ever! 

 

Feel the roar and thunder of waters crashing down around you as you get close to the Falls. Get up close and personal with mother nature as the mist drenches your skin! See the gorgeous rock formations and the roiling whitewater of waterfalls along your way! Be proud to cruise on the ferries that Marilyn Monroe, Princess Diana, Princes William and Harry, Albert Edward, and more notable passengers rode on!

 

📖 History

Maid of the Mist started as a border-crossing ship in 1846 near Niagara Falls on the American side of the Niagara River. It set sail for the very first time on September 18, 1846. This 100-passenger ferry thrived until the construction of a suspension bridge between the United States and Canada diminishing the ferry traffic. This made the owners change the service plans of the ferry by turning the Maid of the Mist tour into a sightseeing trip that could take passengers closer to the Falls. 

 

The Maid of the Mist company which is active today was founded in 1884 by Captain R. F. Carter and Frank LaBlond. Since 1971, the ferry corporation has been owned and run by the Glynn family. Today, the fleet comprises two vessels, both of which started operating in 2020. One of the two all-electric ferries is named James V. Glynn to honor the chairman and CEO. The other vessel is referred to as the Nikola Tesla to honor the father of the alternating current motor. Maid of the Mist itself most likely takes its name from the Iroquois myth of LeLawala. 

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