Guided Tours

Niagara Falls (USA) Maid of the Mist Boat Ride with Guided Tour

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Duration

2 hrs

Open today

8:30pm - 2:00am

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Guided tour

4.5/5(716)

Gregory W

Couple

Verified booking

4 days ago

Our tour guide Nathaniel was very informative and kept the group moving along together and was very engaged with us all. He offered picture taking and insight on additional expereince options and sightseeing around Niagara.

Katyana F

Family

Verified booking

5 days ago

We loved our tour guide, Nate. He was very considerate, informed, and had plenty of fun stories about the history of the Falls. It was a great tour. Easy walks and the boat ride and the Falls were fun!

Robert E

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

Our Tour Guide was awesome! So many good insights & stories. Growing up there gave him a lot of resources. The tour boat experience was almost as much fun!

Alan K

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Visiting Niagara Falls was absolutely unforgettable. The sheer power and beauty of the falls are beyond anything you can capture in photos—you really have to experience it in person. The sound of the rushing water, the mist in the air, and the breathtaking views from every angle make it feel almost surreal. Whether you’re taking a boat ride right up to the falls or just enjoying the scenic overlooks, every moment feels special. The surrounding area is clean, well-maintained, and full of great spots to relax and take it all in. This is one of those places that truly lives up to the hype. If you get the chance to go, don’t hesitate—you won’t be disappointed! 🌊

Jennifer C

Family

Verified booking

Last week

This tour was great! We learned about some of the hid Tory of the Falls and heard some unique stories, as well. Our tour guide was enthusiastic and easy to talk to, as well as being bilingual, which allowed him to translate for others on board. I really enjoyed taking our two sons on the Maid of the Mist boat tour, as well as walking around the park. An experience to remember, for sure!

Vincent I

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Our first time and it exceeded every one of our expectations. Our walking tour guide Greg and our Maid of the mist boat tour was the perfect combo to a beautiful site! So many pics to go through and a trip worth every penny. The falls take your breath away with its powerful beauty! Bring extra shoes and dont wear jeans.😁

Start your day ahead of the crowds with access to the Maid of the Mist and a guided tour of top USA-side attractions at Niagara Falls.

The iconic Maid of the Mist boat ride (seasonal; available from May) takes you right into the mist and roar of the Falls. Listen to daring stories, fascinating history, and stop at the best spots for unforgettable photos.

This guided Niagara Falls tour offers a perfect mix of iconic sights, local legends, and awe-inspiring moments to kick off a day of adventure.

Go on a guided walking tour for 40 minutes with your expert guide along the oldest state park in the USA, as you walk from Hennepin Rock to the Trolley Loop.

Upgrade to a small-group tour (max 10 guests) for an extended 2-hour exploration and Observation Tower access.

Admission to the Maid of the Mist boat tour (seasonal; available from May)

Small-group tour (max 10 people) of the Maid of the Mist (as per option selected)

Admission to Observation Tower (as per option selected)

English-speaking guide

Walking tour of Niagara Falls

Rain poncho

Admission to the Observation Tower

TOTAL DURATION2 hours
Start point
Niagara Falls USA
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1. Maid of the Mist
Tickets included
20 min
2. Guided tour of Niagara Falls State Park
Tickets included
40 min
End point
Niagara Falls USA
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Rebekah W
Family
Verified booking
3 days ago
Maid of the Mist itself was amazing. 10/10 recommend. Our guide was new, was late and would literally walk us from place to place without conversation and say "We'll be here 7-10 minutes so you can take pictures." 7-10 minutes later would say "Now we're going ____." She couldn't answer basic questions ("I get my facts mixed up.") One of the tour stops was the gift shop. 🤦🏻‍♀️ Since we (accidentally) hit all of the trip highlights on the way to the meeting point, we peeled off and did the Caverns. (Also 10/10 recommend.) You CAN do Maid of the Mist WITHOUT a tour guide.
Gregory W
Couple
Verified booking
4 days ago
Our tour guide Nathaniel was very informative and kept the group moving along together and was very engaged with us all. He offered picture taking and insight on additional expereince options and sightseeing around Niagara.
Katyana F
Family
Verified booking
5 days ago
We loved our tour guide, Nate. He was very considerate, informed, and had plenty of fun stories about the history of the Falls. It was a great tour. Easy walks and the boat ride and the Falls were fun!
Robert E
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
Our Tour Guide was awesome! So many good insights & stories. Growing up there gave him a lot of resources. The tour boat experience was almost as much fun!
Joseph M
Group
Verified booking
4 days ago
The boat ride was great but the guided tour was not worth the upcharge. Our guide was a nice, friendly person but it did not add to our experience.

What to bring

Both attractions provide a free plastic poncho with admission, but since mist and weather can make conditions damp and cool, consider bringing a jacket or change of clothes to stay comfortable during your visit.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.

This experience is pram/stroller accessible. You will have to leave the strollers in the designated stroller parking area before boarding the boat.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

The Maid of the Mist boat ride is not operational during winter months and will be replaced by the Cave of the Winds experience.

This tour takes place entirely on the US side and does not include crossing the bridge into Canada.

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