{"id":7201,"date":"2019-07-06T19:54:03","date_gmt":"2019-07-06T19:54:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/?p=7201"},"modified":"2026-08-20T16:40:36","modified_gmt":"2026-08-20T16:40:36","slug":"21-family-friendly-activities-in-niagara-falls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2019\/07\/06\/21-family-friendly-activities-in-niagara-falls\/","title":{"rendered":"21 Amazing Things to Do in Niagara Falls (USA) with Kids"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Family-Friendly Things to Do in Niagara Falls USA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Planning a family trip to Niagara Falls, USA? Whether you’re traveling with toddlers or teens, there are plenty of fun and educational things to do in Niagara Falls with kids. From thrilling boat rides near the falls to hands-on discovery centers and scenic hikes, this guide shares 21 unforgettable family-friendly attractions and tips to help you make the most of your visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We were in Niagara Falls for an entire week and we filled every day with so many fun activities. Here are 21 of our favorite things to do in Niagara Falls (on the American Side):<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Maid of the Mist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you do one family-friendly thing while you are in Niagara Falls, it should be the Maid of the Mist. After a nice, leisurely ride on this boat, you will experience the falls up close and personal. And, yes this is perfect for families, even those with small children. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will get up close and personal with one of the most iconic natural wonders in North America! The Maid of the Mist boat tour<\/strong> takes you right to the base of Niagara Falls, where your family can feel the power (and the spray) of the falls in a thrilling, safe ride. Kids love the excitement, and parents love the views. Pro tip: bring a change of clothes or waterproof gear for the little ones!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Maid of the Mist departs and returns on the American side of the falls, but it briefly crosses over into Canadian waters. This boat takes you on a leisurely ride past Bridal Falls and Cave of the Winds. Then the trip gets more and more exciting as you get closer to Horseshoe Falls. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ride itself lasts about 20 minutes, but you can spend as much time as you want at the Observation Deck (see below) before and\/or after your ride. Access to the Observation Deck is included with your Maid of the Mist ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maid of the Mist \/\/ 151 Buffalo Avenue – Niagara Falls, NY 14303 \/\/
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Observation Deck<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Tickets to the Observation Deck are included in the Maid of the Mist or you can purchase them separately for $1.50.  You’ll take a short elevator ride up the tower to the observation deck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is a very simple attraction, a huge deck with viewfinders. But, the views are phenomenal, and the sights are even more amazing at night when the falls are lit up and the fireworks begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Niagara Falls State Park \/\/ 24 Buffalo Avenue – Niagara Falls, NY, 14303 <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Niagara Falls State Park<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Niagara Falls State Park is the oldest state park in the United States. In addition to the shaded park areas and fall viewing levels, Niagara Falls State Park provides many fun activities. This State Park is the perfect family-friendly outing while in Niagara Falls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things to do at Niagara Falls State Park:<\/p>\n\n\n\n