About Niagara Falls, New York

Niagara Falls NY, home of Niagara Falls (lol), is world renown for Niagara Falls. Visitors flock from all over the globe and when they first see the falls they stand amazed at the size, the volume of water spilling over and especially the noise.  Four to six million cubic feet of water spews over the crest every minute. Just for perspective, one gallon of water equals 0.134 cubic feet. One recent survey by Travel and Leisure magazine estimated that 22,500,000 tourists visit Niagara Falls every year making it the World’s 5^th most visited tourist attraction. 

So, you may ask, what else is there to do after we see the falls?  Glad you asked!! The first activity is to board the Maid of the Mist and journey near the base of Niagara Falls where you feel the mist filled blow back coming from the cascading water. The noise is thunderous and the experience is unforgettable. Rainbows caused by the mist glimmer eerily even on a bright sunny day causing you to question if they are real. This is the one “must do” on your list once you arrive.  Once the trip is over, you will agree that it is one of the most amazing trips that you have ever taken. This ride has been active since 1846 and is one of the oldest tourist attractions in America.  Millions and millions of satisfied visitors can’t be wrong.

Finally, don’t forget that Niagara Falls has been the most popular honeymoon destination for hundreds of years.  Jerome Bonaparte, the young brother of famous Napoleon Bonaparte who his new bride to these magnificent falls on their honeymoon. 

There’s more to do when you visit Niagara Falls, New York and if anything was omitted, it was not purposeful.  The best way to find out is to come see for yourself. Do your homework, buy tickets in advance and get in the car. Once you’re here you’ll never forget the experience, and that’s a promise.