Niagara Falls Walking Tour with skip the ticket line boat tour
Overview
Your Niagara adventure begins at Casino Niagara Falls, where you’ll meet your friendly local guide. From there, enjoy an easy 500m walk total on a mix of paved sidewalks and natural park paths through the stunning Oakes Garden Theatre.
Built into the natural contours of the landscape, Oakes Garden features a curved pergola overlooking a central amphitheater, plus a serene Japanese-style garden with a lily pond and charming wishing bridge—a tranquil escape in the heart of Niagara Falls. Framed by ornamental iron gates and Queenston limestone, it creates a spectacular entrance to Queen Victoria Park at the foot of Clifton Hill.
Continue along the scenic Niagara Parkway for epic views of the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls, with stories, legends, and insider tips from your guide. The tour ends at Niagara City Cruises—poncho on, then board Voyage to the Falls for an unforgettable ride into the mist.
What's Included
- If option selected: Skip-the-ticket-line Niagara City cruise ticket (seasonal: May–October)
- Walking route along Niagara Parkway with multiple scenic viewpoints
- Guided walking tour with expert local guide
- Return transportation (Tour ends at Niagara City Cruises)
- Boat ride (unless option selected)
- Gratuities for guide (optional but appreciated)
Meeting Location
5847 Falls Avenue
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3N5, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
5920 Niagara River Parkway
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X8, Canada
Tour ends after the boat; guests are responsible for their own return transportation
What To Expect
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Casino Niagara
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Niagara River Parkway
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Niagara City Cruises
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- If option selected: Skip-the-ticket-line Niagara City cruise ticket (seasonal: May–October).
- Walking route along Niagara Parkway with multiple scenic viewpoints.
- Guided walking tour with expert local guide.
- Return transportation (Tour ends at Niagara City Cruises).
- Boat ride (unless option selected).
- Gratuities for guide (optional but appreciated).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Niagara Falls Walking Tour with skip the ticket line boat tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Niagara Falls Walking Tour with skip the ticket line boat tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- If option selected: Skip-the-ticket-line Niagara City cruise ticket (seasonal: May–October)
- Walking route along Niagara Parkway with multiple scenic viewpoints
- Guided walking tour with expert local guide
- Return transportation (Tour ends at Niagara City Cruises)
- Boat ride (unless option selected)
- Gratuities for guide (optional but appreciated)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
