Niagara Falls is one of North America’s most scenic spots. The falls’ natural splendor and convenient location made Niagara Falls one of America’s first resorts. Today, visitors can enjoy the same stunning views as were seen centuries ago. Meanwhile, the city of Niagara Falls has enough enticements to entertain tourists for their entire stay.
Choosing a Place To Stay
Located on the US-Canadian border at its most populous point, Niagara Falls has been an international tourism and honeymoon spot since the 1800s. Accommodating over 20 million visitors annually, Niagara Falls has always needed an abundance of hotel rooms. While the standard chains are certainly represented, there are still hotels whose service and style harken back to a bygone age. The family-run Falls Motel Niagara Falls NY is one such establishment. A limited number of rooms allows for personal hospitality for each and every guest.
Seeing the Falls
Whatever diversions spring up nearby, the falls themselves are a spectacular sight. Niagara Falls actually consists of three waterfalls: American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and the famous Horseshoe Falls, which spans the actual border. Aside from its location, Horseshoe Falls’ particularly powerful flow rate makes it an excellent source of hydroelectricity.
Niagara Falls State Park features views of the falls from various angles. Sightseers can look over the falls from the Prospect Point Observation Tower, walk under the falls through the Cave of the Winds, or go through the falls on a Maid of the Mist cruise. Those who have time can experience the falls from all three perspectives.
Enjoying Other Attractions
Not far from the falls, downtown Niagara offers other activities to round off any vacation. All the classic resort activities are available, from dining at fine local restaurants to shopping for the perfect souvenir. Tourists can even try their luck at the Seneca Niagara Casino. People with valid passports can easily cross the border to the sister city of Niagara Falls, Ontario.
There’s a reason Niagara Falls has remained a popular vacation destination since the 19th century. Discover why by visiting the falls for yourself.
