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Cathy, what a great list for Niagara attractions! I haven't had the opportunity to visit, but I'm thinking that I need to create that opportunity. Thanks for taking the time to provide this list for us!
We only saw the Falls and didn't go on any of the other "closer" attractions. On a little "lovers getaway." :] I loved riding around on the beautiful white carriage pulled by black horses around the town, though, with my sweetie! At night, the Falls were gorgeous, and the town was beautiful, too. We sat on the parkish area and watched people have fun and relax during the daytime. You could feel a kin with the ghostliness of the area both in the daytime and the evening. I want to go back and experience more one of these days. One thing that really struck me on the American side is the signs for the "Love Canal," which is another story altogether.BTW, Cathy, you are awesome!!
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Kathy wrote: "Cathy, what a great list for Niagara attractions! I haven't had the opportunity to visit, but I'm thinking that I need to create that opportunity. Thanks for taking the time to provide this list ..."
If you go, do check out Glenview (4223 Terrace Ave., You might even be able to stay there. http://www.glenviewmansion.com/) and Loretto (6881 Stanley Ave.) and you must go to the Niagara Glen and Whirlpool, upriver of the falls on the Niagara Parkway. There are signs for both. See the interactive map on my website, too. http://cathymariebuchanan.com/interac...
We went from Niagra to the wine country, as I remember, and made our way through vineyards tasting their wines another day. Yummy!
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1. Stand at the brink of the falls Stand at Table Rock on the Canadian side of the river April 1 - September 15 (8:00 am to 10:00 pm) or September 15 - October 31 (8:00 am to 8:00 pm) to see the falls at its very best. During these “tourist flow” times, you’ll see about half the natural flow of the river plummeting over the falls rather than a quarter, with the rest being diverted around the falls for hydroelectricity.
2. Niagara Glen Hike one of the trails from the rim of the gorge to the spectacular Devil’s Hole Rapids of the Niagara River. One of my favourite places in the world. More about the Niagara Glen.
3. Maid of the Mist Stand on the right-hand side of the boat to get closest to the falls. More about the Maid of the Mist.
4. Goat Island and Cave of the Winds Take in the falls from Goat Island, wedged between the Horseshoe and Bridal Veil Falls on the American side. Feel like getting wet? Descend to the wooden walkways of the Cave of the Winds at the base of the falls. More about Goat Island and more about the Cave of the Winds.
5. Dufferin Islands These eight bridge-connected islands make a lovely, quiet picnic spot. More about the Dufferin Islands.
6. Butterfly Conservatory Disguise yourself as a flower (i.e., wear bright colours and cheap perfume) to get up close and personal with the butterflies. More about the Butterfly Conservatory.
7. Fort George Visit the reconstructed fort that played a key role in the War of 1812. More about Fort George.
8. Queenston Heights Park and Brock’s Monument Take a self-guided walking tour of the battleground of the War of 1812’s Battle of Queenston Heights or climb the 235-step narrow spiral staircase of the monument to an indoor platform with a view of Niagara Region and Lake Ontario. Now, with everyone tired and hot, cool off in the wading pool. More about Queenston Heights and more about Brock’s Monument.
9. Niagara River Recreation Trail Bike or run or stroll the paved path following the 60 km length of the Niagara River. Pick a section. All of it is scenic, though closest to the falls it’s too congested for more than a leisurely walk. More.
10. The Niagara Bruce Trail section covers the initial 80 km of the 850 km long trail. For a moderately strenuous wooded hike, try Queenston Heights Park to Fireman’s Park. More For a magnificent view of vineyards, orchards, and Lake Ontario from atop the escarpment, try the short Woodend Conservation Area hike. More.