Maid of the Mist

Browse this collection for the Maid of the Mist boat tour to get up close to the roaring majesty of Niagara Falls. Feel the mist on your face as you sail through the thundering waters and capture views from the best vantage points. This experience offers a unique perspective of the falls, allowing you to witness their sheer power and beauty up close. Perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike, this tour promises a memorable and exhilarating journey. Don't miss out—book your tickets now and immerse yourself in one of the most spectacular natural wonders in the world!

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Maid of the Mist boat with passengers in pink ponchos near Niagara Falls.

Boat approaching Horseshoe Falls at Niagara River.

Bridal Veil Falls at Table Rock with tour boat on Niagara River.

Bridal Veil Falls cascading into the Niagara River surrounded by lush greenery.

Aerial view of Horseshoe Falls at Niagara with tour boats and observation deck.

Aerial view of Maid of the Mist cruise boat with passengers in blue ponchos.

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2 hr

Start your day ahead of the crowds with access to the Maid of the Mist and a guided tour of top USA-side attractions at Niagara Falls.
The iconic Maid of the Mist boat ride takes you right into the mist and roar of the Falls.
This guided Niagara Falls tour offers a perfect mix of iconic sights, local legends, and awe-inspiring moments to kick off a day of adventure.
Go on a guided walking tour for 40 minutes with your expert guide along the oldest state park in the USA, as you walk from Hennepin Rock to the Trolley Loop.
Listen to daring stories, fascinating history, and stop at the best spots for unforgettable photos.

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Start your day ahead of the crowds with access to the Maid of the Mist and a guided tour of top USA-side attractions at Niagara Falls.
The iconic Maid of the Mist boat ride takes you right into the mist and roar of the Falls.
This guided Niagara Falls tour offers a perfect mix of iconic sights, local legends, and awe-inspiring moments to kick off a day of adventure.
Go on a guided walking tour for 40 minutes with your expert guide along the oldest state park in the USA, as you walk from Hennepin Rock to the Trolley Loop.
Listen to daring stories, fascinating history, and stop at the best spots for unforgettable photos.

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$55

Boat near Niagara Falls with rainbow in the mist.

Visitors in rain ponchos on Cave of the Winds tour platform, Niagara Falls, New York.

Visitors in yellow ponchos on the Cave of the Winds tour near Niagara Falls.

Boat approaching Horseshoe Falls at Niagara Falls.

Person viewing Niagara Falls through binoculars on Maid of the Mist tour.

Observation deck overlooking Niagara Falls with mist and surrounding cliffs.

Group at Niagara Falls State Park entrance, New York, near Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds tours.

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Guided Tours

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4 hr

Start your day ahead of the crowds with early access to the Maid of the Mist and a guided tour of top USA-side attractions at Niagara Falls.
The iconic Maid of the Mist boat ride takes you right into the mist and roar of Horseshoe Falls.
At Cave of the Winds, descend to the Hurricane Deck for an exhilarating encounter with Bridal Veil Falls.
Admire views of the Bridal Veil Falls, American Falls, and Horseshoe Falls from the Observation Tower and other observation points throughout the park.
Enjoy stories, legends, and historic insights provided by your guide as you walk across Niagara Falls for a more immersive experience.

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Start your day ahead of the crowds with early access to the Maid of the Mist and a guided tour of top USA-side attractions at Niagara Falls.
The iconic Maid of the Mist boat ride takes you right into the mist and roar of Horseshoe Falls.
At Cave of the Winds, descend to the Hurricane Deck for an exhilarating encounter with Bridal Veil Falls.
Admire views of the Bridal Veil Falls, American Falls, and Horseshoe Falls from the Observation Tower and other observation points throughout the park.
Enjoy stories, legends, and historic insights provided by your guide as you walk across Niagara Falls for a more immersive experience.

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$95.22

Visitors on Luna Island viewing Niagara Falls with Rainbow Bridge in the background.

Visitors on wooden walkways at Niagara Cave of the Winds near waterfalls.

Tourists on Luna Island viewing Niagara Gorge through mist at Niagara Falls.

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4 hr

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This small-group tour provides ample personal attention, along with one-way hotel transportation (from Niagara Falls, US) and a local guide who knows all the best spots.
Hop aboard the famous Maid of the Mist boat ride and get close to the Falls to feel the mist and thunderous power of Niagara Falls.
At the Cave of the Winds experience, you’ll walk on wooden pathways and get right under the falls for an unforgettable, up-close view.
Your tour guide will also take you to the Prospect Point Observation Tower for amazing panoramic views of all three waterfalls.
Explore Whirlpool State Park, where you can watch the powerful whirlpool and rapids of the Niagara River in action. This is a photo op you shouldn't miss.

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This small-group tour provides ample personal attention, along with one-way hotel transportation (from Niagara Falls, US) and a local guide who knows all the best spots.
Hop aboard the famous Maid of the Mist boat ride and get close to the Falls to feel the mist and thunderous power of Niagara Falls.
At the Cave of the Winds experience, you’ll walk on wooden pathways and get right under the falls for an unforgettable, up-close view.
Your tour guide will also take you to the Prospect Point Observation Tower for amazing panoramic views of all three waterfalls.
Explore Whirlpool State Park, where you can watch the powerful whirlpool and rapids of the Niagara River in action. This is a photo op you shouldn't miss.

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$128.76

Visitors in raincoats on red walkways at Cave of the Winds, Niagara Falls.

Tourists in yellow ponchos at Journey Behind the Falls, Niagara Falls.

Tourists in blue ponchos on a Niagara Falls cruise boat approaching the waterfall.

Robert Moses Power Station with flowing river, surrounded by greenery, Canada.

Tour boat near Niagara Falls with passengers in blue ponchos, USA.

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Guided Tours

Free cancellation

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1 hr 30 min

Book a front row ticket to the Niagara Falls on this Cave of the Winds guided tour that shows you the best of the attraction with an expert guide by your side.
Descend deep into the Gorge and walk the Hurricane Deck just 20 feet from Bridal Veil Falls, where you'll feel the full force of the cascading water.
A local guide will bring the Falls’ history to life, from Native legends and daredevil stunts, to the founding of America’s first State Park.
Stroll past iconic sights like the Power Arch, Tesla Statue, Luna Island, Steadman’s Bluff, Terrapin Point, and the Gorge Rim Walkway.
Did you know? Nikola Tesla’s innovations at Niagara Falls were key to creating the first large-scale hydroelectric power plant.

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Book a front row ticket to the Niagara Falls on this Cave of the Winds guided tour that shows you the best of the attraction with an expert guide by your side.
Descend deep into the Gorge and walk the Hurricane Deck just 20 feet from Bridal Veil Falls, where you'll feel the full force of the cascading water.
A local guide will bring the Falls’ history to life, from Native legends and daredevil stunts, to the founding of America’s first State Park.
Stroll past iconic sights like the Power Arch, Tesla Statue, Luna Island, Steadman’s Bluff, Terrapin Point, and the Gorge Rim Walkway.
Did you know? Nikola Tesla’s innovations at Niagara Falls were key to creating the first large-scale hydroelectric power plant.

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$47.61

Niagara Falls with tour boat in foreground, New York helicopter tour.

Maid of the Mist boat with passengers in blue ponchos navigating Niagara River.

Traveler enjoying music on a coach transfer journey.

Helicopter flying over Niagara Falls during Rainbow Air tour.

Niagara Falls view from Goat Island with rainbow and observation deck.

Prospect Point Observation Tower overlooking Niagara Falls with visitors on the viewing deck.

Nikola Tesla Monument overlooking Niagara Falls with visitors nearby.

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5 hr

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This personalized Niagara Falls US experience comes with round-trip transportation and a local expert guide on a small-group tour limited to just 7 people.
Soar above Niagara Falls on an unforgettable 8-min helicopter ride, taking in panoramic views of the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls from a thrilling aerial perspective.
The Maid of the Mist boat tour takes you past the base of the American Falls and into the misty heart of Horseshoe Falls to feel the thunder of the falls up close.
Descend into Niagara Gorge and explore the wooden walkways at Cave of the Winds, where you’ll stand just feet from Bridal Veil Falls on the hurricane deck and experience the full force of the rushing water.
Your experienced guide will show you the best viewpoints at Goat Island, Terrapin Point, Luna Island, and Prospect Point Observation Tower.

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This personalized Niagara Falls US experience comes with round-trip transportation and a local expert guide on a small-group tour limited to just 7 people.
Soar above Niagara Falls on an unforgettable 8-min helicopter ride, taking in panoramic views of the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls from a thrilling aerial perspective.
The Maid of the Mist boat tour takes you past the base of the American Falls and into the misty heart of Horseshoe Falls to feel the thunder of the falls up close.
Descend into Niagara Gorge and explore the wooden walkways at Cave of the Winds, where you’ll stand just feet from Bridal Veil Falls on the hurricane deck and experience the full force of the rushing water.
Your experienced guide will show you the best viewpoints at Goat Island, Terrapin Point, Luna Island, and Prospect Point Observation Tower.

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$319

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Aric

United States

Aug 2025

5/5

+1 more

Our guide Jacob was very friendly and informative. The tour was well organized and kept the whole group together despite the crowds.

Harish

India

Aug 2025

5/5

Standing on the American side of Niagara Falls feels like stepping into the spray-kissed heart of nature’s own amphitheater. Here, the roaring torrents of the American and Bridal Veil Falls plunge past wind-carved rock, sending fine mist that hangs like silver gauze in the sun. It’s a sensory symphony—thunder in your ears, dew on your cheeks, and endless rainbows arching across the gorge. Maid of the Mist: No photograph prepares you for the moment Maid of the Mist noses into the basin beneath Horseshoe Falls. Wrapped in a blue poncho aboard the iconic boat, you drift toward a 3,160-ton curtain of water that crashes 188 ft into the river below. The engine’s hum fades beneath the waterfall’s roar, conversation halts, and the world condenses into pure, churning whitewater. It’s the definition of jaw-dropping—equal parts exhilaration and humility—as nature reminds you who’s in charge. Cave of the Winds: Walking in a Waterfall’s Shadow If Maid of the Mist offers the best view, Cave of the Winds delivers the most immersive encounter. After descending 175 ft by elevator into the Niagara Gorge, you don special sandals and traverse a series of wooden decks built freshly each spring. On the Hurricane Deck, you’re a mere 20 ft from Bridal Veil’s thundering cascade—close enough to feel its 68 mph downdraft and taste the mineral-tinged spray. The experience is half boardwalk, half baptism: step forward and you’re soaked to the core, laughing like a child under an oversized fire hose supplied by Mother Nature herself. Guide Grey: The Storyteller Who Brings It All Alive A tour is only as remarkable as its guide, and “Grey” elevates remarkable to legendary. Equal parts historian, naturalist, and stand-up comic, Grey threads hard facts with human stories—like how Nikola Tesla’s AC power plant lit Buffalo in 1896 or why the cliffs glow emerald on summer evenings. Why the U.S. Side Shines • Intimacy: Boardwalks and observation decks hug the falls’ very edge, letting you almost reach out and touch the torrents. • Unspoiled Vistas: State-park protection means lush, tree-lined trails instead of high-rise hotels. • Adventure Access: From kayaking Devil’s Hole to biking the Niagara Scenic Parkway, thrill options sit mere minutes away. Final Take Niagara Falls is often described as a bucket-list destination; experiencing it from the American side with Maid of the Mist, Cave of the Winds, and guide Grey turns that bucket list into a highlight reel. You don’t just witness a world wonder—you feel its heartbeat, taste its spray, and carry its stories long after your shoes dry.

Luis

United States

Aug 2025

5/5

It was an amazing experience for us all! Our guide Jacom was awesome very informative and very entertaining! He made us feel comfortable and welcomed! Can't wait to bring the rest of the family! Thank you!

Lorraine

Aug 2025

5/5

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Our tour guide Paul was friendly and had tons of fun facts about the falls and surrounding area. As for the boat ride ... the Maid of the Mist was an amazing time!! The boat gets so close to the falls and offers a spectacular 360 view of the the area. You for sure get a bit more than a "mist" on the ride, but it's so worth it!!

Laurel

United States

Aug 2025

5/5

+2 more

The meeting point was The Hard Rock Café. Our tour guide, Darren, was on time, professional, informative, engaging and high energy in a positive way. He constantly took headcount to make sure we were all accounted for. He gave clear instructions on meeting points and what to expect, and he answered all questions. He shared some of the history of the falls and Goat Island. My money was well spent! I got a bargain, which included the boat ride, walking tour, viewing points of the falls and Cave of the Winds. Overall, it was a fantastic tour.

Anna

United States

Jun 2025

5/5

+1 more

We thoroughly enjoyed our day at Niagara Falls-Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls. Our guide was friendly and had a lot of patience. We highly suggest both tours -Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds! Headout made the ticketing experience convenient.

Denisse

Mexico

Aug 2025

5/5

We had a great time, we went as a family. Our guide, Mark, was very friendly and knowledgeable. We had all ages in our group and he was very patient with everyone. At the beginning they had problems giving us the passes but in the end they solved everything and we had a great time without any problems.

Noah

Mar 2025

4/5

Went solo in March. Cave of the Winds was open, super icy, but made for cool pics. Guide was friendly, group was small. Helicopter didn’t run cause of wind. Still a decent day out.