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

32 reviews for this tour

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.

Key Details
duration
Duration: 4 Hours
guests
Group Size: Small Group
cancellation
Free cancellation: 100% refund when cancelled at least 24 hours in advance
live tour guide
Live Tour Guide: A guided English tour
skip the line
Skip the Ticket Line: Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds
meeting point
Meeting Point: Outside the Hard Rock Cafe 333 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY

What you'll see

Maid of The Mist in 2024

Maid of The Mist

Embark on an awe-inspiring journey with Maid of the Mist, as you get up close to the thunderous Niag...

Cave of the Winds in 2024

Cave of the Winds

Descend 175 ft into the Niagara Gorge then walk along a series of wooden walkways to the hurricane d...

Highlights

  • Enjoy a boat cruise ride into the mist aboard the Maid of the Mist* (seasonal)
  • Take in stunning views with admission to the Prospect Point Observation Tower
  • Explore the walkways along the gorge leading to the thrilling hurricane deck at Cave of the Winds
  • Discover scenic spots on a guided visit to Goat Island, Terrapin Point, and Luna Island
  • Experience an intimate, guided, small-group tour (groups are limited to 10 people)

Includes

Included
Boat cruise ride into the mist aboard the Maid of the Mist* (seasonal)
Included
Admission to Prospect Point Observation Tower
Included
Cave of the Winds hurricane deck walkways
Included
Guided visit to Goat Island, Terrapin Point, and Luna Island
Included
Small-group tour experience (maximum 10 people)

Excludes

Excluded
Lunch
Excluded
Snacks
Excluded
Tips

Description

There is no better way to experience the natural wonder of Niagara Falls USA than on our Best of Niagara Falls USA Walking Tour! Don’t miss this unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime adventure that puts you right in the heart of the action.

Your journey begins when you meet your friendly local guide outside the Hard Rock Cafe at 333 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY. From there, you will stroll across Luna Island, heading toward one of the tour’s most thrilling highlights: Cave of the Winds. Descend 175 feet into the Niagara Gorge and feel the power of the Falls as you walk along wooden pathways to the iconic Hurricane Deck, just feet away from Bridal Veil Falls. It feels like a tropical storm, even on a calm day.

Next, take in jaw-dropping views from Terrapin Point Observation Deck, followed by a visit to the scenic Three Sisters Islands, where you will witness the upper rapids racing toward the Falls. It’s an incredible photo opportunity.

Your Niagara Falls USA Walking Tour ends on a high note at the legendary Maid of the Mist boat ride. Before boarding, enjoy panoramic sights from the Prospect Point Observation Tower overlooking the boarding area. Then, set sail into the mist for a close-up of the roaring waterfalls. You will hear the thunder, feel the spray, and make memories that will last a lifetime. Don’t worry about the spray because a poncho is included.

Important Information

Know Before You Book:

  • The Maid of the Mist cruise is a seasonal attraction. When the boat cruise is not operating, it will be replaced by a visit to the Aquarium of Niagara.
  • Name of the lead traveler is required for all bookings.
  • Full names of each traveler are required for booking.
  • The maximum group size is 10 people.

Know Before You Go:

  • Exact tour length may vary slightly depending on individual walking speeds.
  • Please be at the meeting location at least 10 minutes prior to departure.
  • Tour will operate rain or shine. We recommend dressing for the weather and comfortable footwear.
  • Consider bringing water.

Not Suitable For:

  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems

Our Guest Reviews

32 reviews for this Tour
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Michelle
November 01, 2025
reviews

4/5

Mark did a really good job leading our tour. He was very informative, he had a wealth of knowledge both present & past about the falls. Only recommendation would be to give a courtesy call if the guide is going to be a little late meeting up at the starting location.

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Kathryn
October 06, 2025
reviews

5/5

Said our guide was terrific. Had so much history and knowledge to share with us. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone.

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Katie
October 05, 2025
reviews

0.5/5

Unfortunately I would not recommend. Our tour guide really was not knowledgable and did not know the answers to the questions asked. He was also late arriving for the tour. We could have done a better job exploring ourselves

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Susan
October 02, 2025
reviews

0.5/5

If I could give a negative star ratio would. Guide was late, injured and in a wheel chair, left the tour/guests to go to a hotel to retrieve his wallet. The Cave of the Must was closed-no warning. We left on our own for 90% of the tour.

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Bair
September 29, 2025
reviews

2.5/5

We had a 4 o’clock pm appointment which turned out to be the best time. . It was a weekend but the boat ride was less crowded. The guide was very informative however the cave tour was closed which we didn’t find out till after the boat ride/ no refund or discount was offered or a ticket to get us back in two days later when it reopened after repairs .very disappointed.

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Lee Ann
September 23, 2025
reviews

5/5

We had an enjoyable walking tour with Maria as our tour guide. She made suggestions for our visit and places we might like to try for food and activities

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