Niagara Falls tourism update: Sunday December 1st 2024 @ 9:30am
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Q: IS NIAGARA FALLS OPEN?
A: Yes. – Niagara Falls State Park in Niagara Falls New York USA is open every day of the year for viewing the Falls. In Niagara Falls Canada, Queen Victoria Park is open for viewing Niagara Falls 24/7/365. The boat rides below Niagara Falls and most seasonal attractions typically close for the season in late October and reopen during the months of April and May. Details for all major Niagara Falls attractions in both the US & Canada are posted below. Fees for automobile parking vary according to the season and location.
Border Crossing: The Rainbow Bridge between Niagara Falls New York USA and Niagara Falls Ontario Canada is open 24 hours a day every day of the year. Typically there are no delays yet you can check current border crossing times beforehand.
THE RAINBOW BRIDGE IS OPEN – Border Crossing Information.
The nightly Illumination of the Falls will begin at 4:30pm and operate until 2:00am December 1st to December 31st 2024. (X)
Fireworks are displayed every night over the Falls during the months of May through October at 10:00pm. There will be a fireworks display on New Year’s Eve 2024. Currently offering displays every Friday & Saturday evening at 8:00pm during December. (X).
NIAGARA FALLS NEW YORK USA ATTRACTIONS – December 2024
OPEN: Prospect Point at Niagara Falls State Park in Niagara Falls New York USA is open 24/7/365 for viewing the Falls. The new Niagara Falls Welcome Center is now open daily from 8:00am until 6:00pm seven days a week during December. The Observation Deck hours are from 10:00am to 4:30pm. Parking is $10.00 per vehicle seven days a week. (X)
CLOSED: Niagara Falls Maid of the Mist – Is closed. Typically open daily from 9:00am-7:00pm seven days a week in season. 2024 pricing $28.25 for adult, $17.75 for youth 6-12, <5 free. Last tickets are sold 30 minutes prior to closing. (X)
OPEN: Goat Island – Open daily from sunrise until 8:00pm year round to vehicles. There is no fee to enter Goat Island yet there is a fee for parking. The pedestrian bridge is always open to Goat Island and there are no fees to cross.
OPEN: Cave of the Winds – On Goat Island opens at 9:00am daily seven days a week and closes at 4:00pm. Closed December 5th & 6th for maintenance. Off season ticket price is $14.00 adult & $10.00 youth 6-12, <5 free. Tickets can be purchased at the ticket window or the new Welcome Center in Prospect Point Park. In season rate is $21.00 adult & $17.00 youth. Closed December 25th for Christmas Day. (X)
CLOSED: Niagara Scenic Trolley – Open from 9:00am until 8:00pm in season. Fee is $3.00 for adults and $2.00 for youth 6-12, <5 free. (X)
CLOSED: Whirlpool Jet Boat – Lewiston location is closed for the season and will reopen in April 2025. Reservations are being accepted for next season. Adults $65.95 Child 6-12 $39.95. < discount available. (X)
OPEN: Niagara Falls Aquarium & Great Lakes 360 Opens everyday at 9:00am and is open until 3:00pm Mon-Thu and until 5:00pm on Fri, Sat & Sun. $25.00 adults, $18.00 youth 3-12, <2 free. Last tickets sold 30 minutes prior to closing. Parking is $5.00. Advance ticket sales are preferred and available from www.aquariumofniagara.org. (X)
OPEN: Whirlpool State Park – Open daily from sunrise to sunset. There are no fees for parking. Niagara Gorge trails are open year round but please use caution.
OPEN: Niagara Power Vista (hydro-electric plant) – Open seven days a week from 9:00am to 5:00pm. No fee to visit and free parking is available. (X)
CLOSED: ArtPark in Lewiston NY – The live entertainment concert series is over for the season and will resume in May 2025. The park is always open to visitors year round for viewing the Niagara River and the Niagara Gorge. Parking fees are only charged for concerts/performances. (X)
CLOSED: Hydro Power Plant Ruins – Open daily 7:30am to 7:00pm seven days a week during the tourism season. Free parking and no entry fees. (X)
OPEN: Old Fort Niagara – Old Fort Niagara is now open 10:00am to 4:00pm Wednesday – Sunday. Closed on Mondays & Tuesdays. Last tickets sold at 3:30pm. Adults $20.00 and $12.00 youth 6-12, <5 free. Free parking. * During the summer you may be charged to enter the State Park but the fee will be deducted from your ticket purchase. Be sure to save your receipt. Closed Christmas Day December 25th 2024. (X)
Parking at any of the NY State Parks in Niagara Falls NY is currently $10.00 per vehicle seven days a week. Credit Card payment only. (X) (X)
NIAGARA FALLS ONTARIO CANADA ATTRACTIONS – December 2024
OPEN: Queen Victoria Park in Niagara Falls Ontario Canada is always open 24/7 for viewing the Falls. During the prime tourism season you can try the Queen Victoria Place Restaurant which will be open daily beginning in May 2025. (X)
OPEN: Table Rock Visitor Centre / Journey Behind the Falls – Open daily Sun-Fri from 9:00am until 6:00pm and until 7:00pm on Saturdays. Closes at 4:00pm on December 24th & Closed December 25th for Christmas Day. Tickets for Journey Behind the Falls-Adults $25.00 – Child 3-12 $16.50. Please arrive at least one hour before closing. (X)
OPEN: Greg Frewin Theatre – Open for performances and dinner shows most every day during the month of December. Closed December 23rd-26th. See the full list here. Reservations are recommended. Use promo-code NFLIVE for a discount. Walk-ins are welcome on a first come first served basis. (X)
OPEN: Clifton Hill – All indoor Clifton Hill attractions are open during December. Outdoor attractions hours vary. A complete list of available options can be found here. (X)
OPEN: Niagara Parks Power Station & Tunnel Tour – Open Mon-Thursday from 10:00am to 4:00pm and until 5:00pm Fri, Sat & Sun during December. Self guided tours – Adults $32.00 – Child 3-12 $21.00 <2 free. Please arrive at least one hour before closing. Closed December 25th for Christmas Day. (X)
OPEN: Butterfly Exhibit – Open seven days a week from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Adults $19.00 – Child 3-12 $12.50 – <2 free. Try to arrive at least one hour before closing. Closed December 25th for Christmas Day. (X)
OPEN: Niagara Helicopters – Open daily yet weather dependent starting at 9:00am. Call for reservations, no advance payment necessary. Adults $185.00 – Child 3-11 $113.00. Discount available Closed December 25th for Christmas Day. (X)
CLOSED: Whirlpool Jet Boat Ride – Queenston location is closed for the season. Reservations are being accepted for the 2025 season. Adults $75.95 Child 6-12 $44.95. Discount available (X)
OPEN: WEGO shuttle local transportation green line and blue line. Adults $13.00 Child 3-12 $9.00. Schedule can be found here or visit the WEGO website. (X)
OPEN: ZipLine Niagara Falls– Open every day from 11:00am until 5:00pm and until 7:00pm on Saturdays during December. Fee: $69.99. (X)
CLOSED: Hornblower Niagara City Cruises – Boat Ride Below the Falls is closed for the season. May-August open every day from 9:00am to 8:00pm. Boats typically depart every 15-20 minutes. 2024 rate: Adults: $33.50 Child 3-12: $23.50. *Closing date December 2nd 2024.(X)
CLOSED: Whirlpool Aero Car – Is open from 9:00am to 7:00pm daily seven days a week during the tourism season. Adults $19.00 Child 3-12 $12.50. Plenty of parking usually available. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before closing. (X)
CLOSED: White Water Walk – Hours are 8:00am to 7:00pm seven days a week in season. Adults $19.00 – Child 3-12 $12.50. Arrive at least one hour before closing. (X)
NIAGARA PARKS OF CANADA DISCOUNT PASSES 2024
1. “ADVENTURE PASS CLASSIC” includes: Journey Behind the Falls, White Water Walk and 2 day WEGO transportation pass. Adults $64.00 & Youth 3-12 $42.00.
2. “FALLS PASS” includes: Journey Behind the Falls, Power Station & Tunnel Tour, White Water Walk, Whirlpool Aero Car, 2 days of access to WEGO transportation and two days access to the Falls Incline Railway. Adults $84.00 & Youth 3-12 $55.00.
3. “ADVENTURE PASS PLUS” includes: Journey Behind the Falls, Niagara Parks Power Station and Tunnel Tour, Whitewater Walk, Whirlpool Aero Car, Butterfly Conservatory, Floral Showhouse, 3 day Incline Railway, 3 day WEGO transportation, Niagara-on-the-Lake shuttle. Adults $104.00 & Youth 3-12 $68.00.
The above passes can be purchased at any attraction ticket window at a higher price or you can buy in advance at the above pricing and save. Advance purchase does not include any reserved time for your admission. All admissions are first come first served.
* Passes are not required-individual entry are available for purchase.
* All prices quoted in Canadian dollars and taxes are not included.
*Passes do not offer entry to the Boat Ride Below the Falls. Boat ride tickets must be purchased separately.
A Niagara Parks Parking pass is $35.00 per day and valid at all Niagara Parks parking areas. (X)
* All information is thought to be correct but is not guaranteed. Prices do not include tax unless noted. US attractions are priced in US funds & Canadian attractions are in Canadian funds.
