Niagara Falls tourism update: Tuesday April 1st 2025 @ 08:28am
Page updated daily as needed.
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. Boat rides and seasonal attractions close in October and reopen during the months of April and May. 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 it takes 5 minutes to cross with no delays. Check border crossing times beforehand. Border Crossing Information. *Rainbow Bridge tolls increase May 1st 2025 – $6.00 US & $8.50 CDN.
Nightly Illumination of the Falls: April 1st – April 30th: 8:00pm-2:00am. (X)
Fireworks are displayed every night over Niagara Falls during the months of May through October at 10:00pm. (X)
NIAGARA FALLS NEW YORK USA ATTRACTIONS – APRIL 2025
OPEN: Prospect Point at Niagara Falls State Park in Niagara Falls New York USA is open 24/7/365 for viewing the Falls. The Niagara Falls Welcome Center is open daily from 8:00am-6:00pm seven days a week during April. The Observation Deck is open every day from 10:00am-4:30pm free of charge. (X)
OPEN: Goat Island – Open daily from sunrise until midnight year round. There are no fees to visit Goat Island yet there is a fee for parking. The pedestrian bridge is always open 24/7 to Goat Island and there are no fees to cross.
OPEN: Cave of the Winds – On Goat Island is open 9:00am-4:15pm daily seven days a week. Off season ticket price is $14.00 adult & $10.00 youth 6-12. 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 beginning in May. (X)
OPEN: Niagara Scenic Trolley – Open from 9:00am until 5:00pm during April. Fee is $3.00 for adults and $2.00 for youth 6-12, <5 free. (X)
OPEN: Niagara Falls Aquarium Opens everyday at 9:00am-4:00pm Mon-Thu and until 5:00pm on Fri, Sat & Sun. $25.00 adults, $18.00 youth 3-12. Last tickets sold 30 minutes prior to closing. Parking is $5.00. Advance ticket sales 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. Please use caution.
OPEN: Niagara Power Vista (hydro-electric plant) – Open seven days a week from 9:00am-5:00pm. No fee to visit and free parking is available. (X)
OPEN: Old Fort Niagara – Old Fort Niagara is now open 10:00am-4:00pm seven days a week. Adults $21.00 and $13.00 youth 6-12, <5 free. Free parking. (X)
CLOSED: Maid of the Mist Boat Ride – Open daily from 9:00am-7:00pm seven days a week in season May-Oct. 2025 price: $30.25 for adult, $19.75 for youth 6-12. Last tickets are sold 30 minutes prior to closing. *2025 opening date has not been announced. (X)
CLOSED: Whirlpool Jet Boat – Lewiston location is closed and will re-open May 2nd 2025. Reservations are now being accepted for the 2025 season. Adults $66.95 Child 6-12 $39.95. < discount available. (X)
CLOSED: ArtPark in Lewiston NY – The live entertainment concert series 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 required only during performances. (X)
CLOSED: Power Plant Ruins Site – Open daily 7:30am-7:00pm seven days a week in season. Free parking and no entry fees. (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)
Note: Attractions at Niagara Falls State Park must be paid for individually. There are no combination passes offered.
NIAGARA FALLS ONTARIO CANADA ATTRACTIONS – APRIL 2025
OPEN: Queen Victoria Park in Niagara Falls Ontario Canada is always open 24/7 for viewing the Falls. (X)
OPEN: Niagara Falls Tower Observatory – Open seven days a week from 10:00am-11:00pm. Adults $14.99 +tax Child $9.99 +tax.
OPEN: Greg Frewin Theatre – Open for performances and dinner shows every Friday & Saturday in March. 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 March. Outdoor attraction hours vary. A complete list of available options can be found here. (X)
OPEN: Niagara Helicopters – Open daily yet weather dependent starting at 9:00am. Call for reservations, no advance payment necessary. Adults $203.00 – Child 3-11 $124.00. Discount available (X)
OPEN: ZipLine Niagara Falls– Open every day from 11:00am-4:00pm during April. *closed from 2pm-3pm. Fee: $69.99. (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: Table Rock Visitor Centre & Journey Behind the Falls – Tickets for Journey Behind the Falls-Adults $29.00 – Child 3-12 $19.00. Arrive at least one hour before closing. Off season rate is $24.00 & $15.50 (X)
Visitor Centre hours April 2025
April 1st – 4th 9:00am-6:00pm
April 5th & 6th 9:00am-7:00pm Sat & Sun
April 7th – 11th 9:00am-7:00pm
April 12th & 13th 9:00am-7:00pm Sat & Sun
April 14th – 17th 9:00am-6:00pm
April 18th – 9:00am-8:00pm
April 19th & 20th – 9:00am-9:00pm Sat & Sun
April 21st – 9:00am-8:00pm
April 22nd-25th – 9:00am-6:00pm
April 26th & 27th 9:00am-8:00pm Sat & Sun
April 28th-30th 9:00am-6:00pm
OPEN: Niagara Parks Power Station & Tunnel Tour – Self guided tours – Adults $32.00 – Child 3-12 $21.00. Arrive at least one hour before closing. (X)
Power Station hours April 2025
April 1st – 3rd 10:00am-5:00pm Tue – Thu
April 4th & 5th 10:00am-6:00pm Fri & Sat
April 6th – 10th 10:00am-5:00pm Sun-Thu
April 11th & 12th 10:00am-6:00pm Fri & Sat
April 13th – 17th 10:00am-5:00pm Sun-Thu
April 18th – 20th- 10:00am-6:00pm Fri – Sun
April 21st – 24th – 10:00am- 5:00pm Mon – Thu
April 25th & 26th – 10:00am-6:00pm Fri & Sat
April 27th – 30th 10:00am-5:00pm Sun-Wed
OPEN: Butterfly Exhibit – Open seven days a week from 10:00am-5:00pm. Adults $20.00 – Child 3-12 $13.00. Arrive at least one hour before closing. (X)
Butterfly Exhibit hours April 2025
April 1st – 12th 10:00am-5:00pm
April 13th – 10:00am-6:00pm
April 14th – 18th 10:00am-5:00pm
April 18th – 9:00am-8:00pm
April 19th & 20th – 10:00am-6:00pm
April 21st – 25th – 10:00am-5:00pm
April 26th & 27th 10:00am-6:00pm
April 28th-30th 10:00am-5:00pm
OPEN: Whirlpool Aero Car – Is open from 9:00am-7:00pm daily seven days a week during the tourism season. Adults $19.00 Child 3-12 $12.50. Paid parking. Arrive at least 30 minutes before closing. (X)
CLOSED: Whirlpool Jet Boat Ride – Queenston opens May 2nd. Reservations are now being accepted. Adults $76.95 Child 6-12 $44.95. Discount available (X)
CLOSED: Hornblower Niagara City Cruises – Boat Ride Below the Falls is closed. Open April-October. Open most days from 9:00am-8:00pm. Boats typically depart every 15-20 minutes. 2025 rate: Adults: $42.95 Child 3-12: $27.95. Opens May 1st 2025.(X)
CLOSED: White Water Walk – Hours are 8:00am-7:00pm seven days a week in season. Adults $19.00 – Child 3-12 $12.50. Arrive at least one hour before closing. Opens April 19th 2025 – Hours 10:00am -5:00pm. (X)
NIAGARA PARKS OF CANADA DISCOUNT PASSES 2025
*Niagara Parks of Canada offers the Wonder Pass during the off season months from November to April 18th 2025. The pass includes: Journey Behind the Falls,
Niagara Parks Power Station, Butterfly Conservatory & Floral Showhouse.
(2-day) Unlimited Falls Incline Railway
(2-day) Unlimited WEGO.
Adult $49.00 – Child 3-12 $32.00
REGULAR SEASON PASSES (April-October)
1. “ADVENTURE PASS CLASSIC” includes: Journey Behind the Falls, White Water Walk and 2 day WEGO transportation pass. Adults $69.00 & Youth 3-12 $45.00.
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 $89.00 & Youth 3-12 $58.00.
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 $109.00 & Youth 3-12 $71.00.
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.
* 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.
