Niagara Falls tourism update: Friday March 17th 2023 @ 9:09pm.
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Q: IS NIAGARA FALLS OPEN?
A: Yes. – The Niagara Falls State Park in Niagara Falls New York USA is open every day of the year. 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 in November and open during April or early May. Details for all major Niagara Falls attractions are posted below.
Border Crossing: The Rainbow Bridge between Niagara Falls New York USA and Niagara Falls Ontario Canada is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week every day of the year. Typically there are no delays yet you can check current border crossing times beforehand. Proof of vaccination to enter Canada and the use of the “ArriveCan” app is no longer required – effective October 1st 2022. Complete Border Crossing Information.
The nightly Illumination of the Falls is from 5:30pm until 1:00am every evening until March 12th then 7:30pm until 2:00am for the remainder of March. (X)
Fireworks are displayed every night over the Falls during the summer months at 10:00pm. There will be no fireworks during the month of March. (X).
NIAGARA FALLS NEW YORK USA ATTRACTIONS – March 2023
OPEN: Prospect Point at Niagara Falls State Park in Niagara Falls New York USA is open 24/7/365 for viewing the Falls. The observation tower is open daily seven days a week from 10:00am to 4:30pm. The $1.25 fee to walk out on the observation deck is waived until Spring 2023. The temporary indoor visitor center is open from 9:00am to 5:00pm. A brand new visitor center is scheduled to open in May 2023. (X)
OPEN: Cave of the Winds – On Goat Island opens at 9:00am daily seven days a week. Tickets for admission are sold only at the ticket window. Current price is $12.00 for adults and $9.00 for youth. Last tickets sold at 4:00pm beginning March 1st 2023. (X)
OPEN: Goat Island – Open daily from sunrise until 8:00pm Sunday through Thursday and until 10:00pm on Fridays & Saturdays year round. There is no fee to enter Goat Island yet parking is $10.00 per vehicle. The pedestrian bridge is always open to Goat Island and there is no fee to cross. (X)
OPEN: Whirlpool State Park – Open daily from sunrise to sunset. There are no fees for parking.
OPEN: Niagara Falls Aquarium – Open seven days a week from 9:00am-5:00pm. $19.95 adults and $14.95 youth 3-12. Last ticket sold 30 minutes prior to closing. (X)
OPEN: Niagara Power Vista (hydro-electric plant) – Now open seven days a week from 9:00am to 5:00pm. No fee to visit and free parking is available. (X)
OPEN: Old Fort Niagara – Currently open Friday through Sunday from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Last tickets sold at 3:30pm. Adults $20.00 and $12.00 youth 6-12. Open seven days a week beginning May 30th 2023. (X)
CLOSED: Niagara Scenic Trolley – Is closed. Hours of operation are usually from 9:00am to 7:00pm during the tourism season. Trolley Fee is $3.00 for adults and $2.00 for youth 6-12. Service resumes in April 2023. (X)
CLOSED: Hydro Power Plant Ruins – Open daily 9:00am to 4:00pm seven days a week in season. Free parking and no entry fees. (X)
CLOSED: Niagara Falls Maid of the Mist – Is closed. 2023 pricing $28.25 for adult $16.50 for youth 6-12. Last day of service was November 6th 2022. The Maid of the Mist will reopen in late May 2023. (X)
CLOSED: Whirlpool Jet Boat – Lewiston location is now closed. Reservations are required. Adults $64.95 Child 6-12 $39.95. Season begins May 20th 2023. (X)
CLOSED: ArtPark in Lewiston NY – is now closed for the season. View the 2023 concert series. (X)
Parking at any of the NY State Parks in Niagara Falls NY is currently $10.00 per car seven days a week. Credit Cards only. (X) (X)
NIAGARA FALLS ONTARIO CANADA ATTRACTIONS – March 2023
OPEN: Queen Victoria Park in Niagara Falls Ontario Canada is open 24/7 for viewing the Falls. (X)
OPEN: Table Rock Visitor Centre / Journey Behind the Falls – Open daily from 10:00am until 5:00pm and 6:00pm on Saturdays and Sundays during the month of March. Tickets for Journey Behind the Falls: Adults $23.50 – youth 6-12 $15.50. (CURRENT OFF-SEASON RATE IS $16.00 FOR ADULTS & YOUTH $10.50). Please arrive at least one hour before closing. (X)
OPEN: Greg Frewin Theatre – Open for performances and dinner shows Fridays and Saturdays during March. Reservations are recommended. Walk-ins are welcome on a first come first served basis. (X)
OPEN: Clifton Hill – Most outdoor Clifton Hill attractions are closed and all indoor attractions are open during March. A complete list of available options can be found here. (X)
OPEN: Butterfly Exhibit – Open daily from 10:00am to 5:00pm seven days a week during March. Adults $17.50 youth $11.50. Try to arrive at least one hour before closing. (X)
OPEN: Niagara Parks Power Station & Tunnel Tour – Open seven days a week 10:00am to 5:00pm through March 11th then closing at 6:00pm thereafter. Self guided tours – Adults $28.00 Child 6-12 $18.25. Guided tours – Adults $38.00 Child 6-12 $25.00. Evening CGI Night show Adults $30.00 Child $19.50 Please arrive at least one hour before closing. (X)
OPEN: ZipLine Niagara Falls– Is open seven days a week during March 2023. Current hours: 11:00am to 5:00pm. Weather dependent. Fee: $69.99. (X)
OPEN: Niagara Helicopters – Open daily yet weather dependent starting at 9:00am. Call for reservations, no advance payment necessary. Adults $180.00 – Child 3-12 $110.00. (X)
OPEN: Hornblower Niagara City Cruises – Boat Ride Below the Falls is now open for the 2023 season. They operate seven days a week during the months of May through November typically from 9:00am until 8:00pm. Adults: $32.75 Child: $22.75. Now open weekends Friday-Sunday for the season beginning March 17th 2023 10:00am until 4:00pm. (X)
CLOSED: Whirlpool Jet Boat Ride – Queenston location is closed. Reservations are required. Adults $74.95 Child 6-12 $44.95. The 2023 season starts May 20th 2023.(X)
CLOSED: White Water Walk – is now closed for the season. Typical hours during the tourism season are 10:00am to 5:00pm and until 6:00pm on Saturdays. The White Water Walk will reopen Sunday April 30th 2023. Adults $17.50 – Child 6-12 $11.50. Arrive at least one hour before closing. (X)
CLOSED: Whirlpool Aero Car – Is closed and will reopen in early May 2023. Open daily in season from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Adults $17.50 youth $11.50 (X)
CLOSED: WEGO shuttle bus green line – Is closed for the season. Typical in season hours are from 10:00am until 5:00pm Adults $17.00 youth $11.25 6-12. (X)
A Niagara Parks Parking pass is $30.97 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.
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