Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls, Ontario, is the Canadian side of the famous falls. Go for the Horseshoe Falls, a broad curved drop seen up close from the gorge parks and again after dark.
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Niagara Falls is a city in the Canadian province of Ontario, on the Niagara River between Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, across from New York State. It sits in the Niagara Peninsula. The Horseshoe Falls sits on the Canadian side and can be seen from several levels of parkland along the gorge. The Niagara Parks Commission runs those parks.
A first visit usually centers on the falls: walking the gorge parks, viewing the water up close and from above, and watching the lights after dark. Summer is the busiest season. Winter brings ice formations along the gorge and fewer visitors. Toronto is about two hours away by road, so a day trip from Toronto is common, but plan at least one full day, or stay overnight if you want the evening lights. Bring a rain layer, since the spray reaches the walkways.
Niagara Falls in five
- Take the GO train from TorontoGO Transit lists service to Niagara Falls year-round, seven days a week, to a station in the city's north end. Its GO+WEGO combo ticket starts from $22 and adds the WEGO bus.Day trip from Toronto
- Buy WEGO for 24 or 48 hoursNiagara Parks sells WEGO at $16 for 24 hours and $20 for 48 hours per adult, in CAD with tax. Access to the Niagara-on-the-Lake shuttle is included.
- Time the illumination and fireworksThe falls are lit nightly from dusk; Niagara Parks lists 6:15 pm in early October and 4:30 pm from November 1. In 2026 fireworks ran nightly at 10 pm from May 15 to October 12.Niagara Falls in one day
- Expect work at Journey Behind the FallsNiagara Parks says it stays open during redevelopment, with a restored tunnel and a covered, heated platform due in spring 2027. Check which parts are open when you book.
- Park at Rapidsview and ride the Green LineRapidsview lot is $10 for the day, and Niagara Parks puts it 7 to 8 minutes by WEGO Green Line from Table Rock Centre. Falls Parking (Lot A) is closest but variably priced.
Things to do in Niagara Falls
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Need to know
- Airport
- Toronto Pearson (YYZ) or Buffalo (BUF) are the main airports
- Getting there
- GO train from Toronto year-round, or drive
- Getting around
- WEGO hop-on bus; $16 for 24 hours, $20 for 48 hours Read more
- Best base
- Fallsview for views; Niagara-on-the-Lake for quiet
- Time needed
- 1 day minimum; 2 nights for dusk, night and morning
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Snowy days
- Best
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuarySnow13 rainy days3 snowy daysHigh0°Low-6°Ice, frozen mistJanuarySnow
Poor
- High
- 0°
- Low
- -6°
- Precipitation
- 79 mm
- Rainy days
- 13
- Snowy days
- 3
- Days with storms
- 0
Ice, frozen mist
- FebruarySnow12 rainy days4 snowy daysHigh2°Low-5°Cold, iceFebruarySnow
Poor
- High
- 2°
- Low
- -5°
- Precipitation
- 79 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 4
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, ice
- MarchRain13 rainy days2 snowy daysHigh6°Low-1°Cold, thawMarchRain
Poor
- High
- 6°
- Low
- -1°
- Precipitation
- 87 mm
- Rainy days
- 13
- Snowy days
- 2
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, thaw
- AprilRain14 rainy days1 snowy dayHigh12°Low3°Cool, quietAprilRain
Mixed
- High
- 12°
- Low
- 3°
- Precipitation
- 110 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 1
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, quiet
- MayPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh18°Low9°Mild, fireworksMayPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 18°
- Low
- 9°
- Precipitation
- 89 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, fireworks
- JunePartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh24°Low15°Warm, fireworksJunePartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 15°
- Precipitation
- 109 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, fireworks
- JulyRain14 rainy daysHigh27°Low19°Hot, peak crowdsJulyRain
Best
- High
- 27°
- Low
- 19°
- Precipitation
- 115 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, peak crowds
- AugustRain13 rainy daysHigh26°Low18°Hot, peak crowdsAugustRain
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 113 mm
- Rainy days
- 13
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, peak crowds
- SeptemberPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh23°Low15°Warm, fall colorsSeptemberPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 23°
- Low
- 15°
- Precipitation
- 81 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, fall colors
- OctoberRain14 rainy daysHigh16°Low9°Cool, fall colorsOctoberRain
Mixed
- High
- 16°
- Low
- 9°
- Precipitation
- 127 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, fall colors
- NovemberPartly cloudy11 rainy days1 snowy dayHigh8°Low2°Cool, early duskNovemberPartly cloudy
Poor
- High
- 8°
- Low
- 2°
- Precipitation
- 92 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 1
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, early dusk
- DecemberRain15 rainy days4 snowy daysHigh3°Low-2°Cold, lightsDecemberRain
Poor
- High
- 3°
- Low
- -2°
- Precipitation
- 110 mm
- Rainy days
- 15
- Snowy days
- 4
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, lights
Average daily high and low in Niagara Falls, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Niagara Falls
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Niagara Falls
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Monday, November 2
- Today20°6°5%Monday: Cloudy. High 20°, Low 6°. Chance of rain 5%.
- Tue19°13°14%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 19°, Low 13°. Chance of rain 14%.
- Wed22°14°59%Wednesday: Rain. High 22°, Low 14°. Chance of rain 59%.
- Thu18°12°74%Thursday: Rain. High 18°, Low 12°. Chance of rain 74%.
- Fri14°8°28%Friday: Drizzle. High 14°, Low 8°. Chance of rain 28%.
- Sat8°6°28%Saturday: Cloudy. High 8°, Low 6°. Chance of rain 28%.
- Sun11°3°8%Sunday: Cloudy. High 11°, Low 3°. Chance of rain 8%.
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Money
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Every year
- JulBeaches International Jazz FestivalToronto, a day trip
Day trips by train
- Niagara-on-the-Lakea WEGO shuttle or a short driveWineries and a heritage town; the WEGO pass includes the shuttle.
- Whirlpool Aero Car and Niagara Glennorth along the parkway by WEGOA cable car over the whirlpool and trails in the gorge.
- Torontothe GO train corridorMost visitors arrive from Toronto; combine the two as a day trip or an overnight.Read the guide
Before you go to Niagara Falls
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Rules for Niagara Falls, checked
- Niagara Parks: WEGO costs $16 for 24 hours and $20 for 48 hours per adult (CAD, tax included); children 3 to 12 pay $12 and $16.Checked Oct 2, 2026 · Source
- Niagara Parks: fireworks ran nightly at 10:00 p.m. from May 15 to October 12, 2026, weather permitting, and are free to watch.Checked Oct 2, 2026 · Source
Niagara Falls FAQ
How many days do you need in Niagara Falls?
One day covers the brink, a boat or tunnel ride and the evening illumination. Two nights suit a slower pace, fireworks in season and a trip to Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Is Niagara Falls worth visiting?
Yes, especially from the Canadian side, which has the closest views of the Horseshoe Falls and the nightly illumination. The commercial strips are crowded, so spend your time at the Niagara Parks sights.
How do you get from Toronto to Niagara Falls without a car?
GO Transit runs trains to Niagara Falls year-round, seven days a week, and sells a GO+WEGO combo ticket from $22. Check the timetable, since weekend and weekday trips differ.
What time are the Niagara Falls fireworks?
Niagara Parks listed nightly fireworks at 10:00 p.m. from May 15 to October 12 in 2026, free to watch from Queen Victoria Park. Shows can be cancelled in strong wind, so check ahead.
Do you need an eTA if you drive in from Buffalo?
No. Visa-exempt foreign nationals need an eTA only to fly into Canada, not to arrive by car, bus, train or boat, and US citizens are exempt in every case. Carry your passport at the Peace Bridge or Rainbow Bridge crossings.