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1. Canada - Niagara City Cruises ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Canada -  Niagara City Cruises
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2. New York - Cave of the Winds Tour ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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New York - Cave of the Winds Tour
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3. Ontario - Butterfly Conservatory

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Ontario - Butterfly Conservatory
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4. Canada - Journey Behind the Falls

Category: Activities
Canada - Journey Behind the Falls
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5. Marineland Canada

Marineland Canada
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6. Skylon Tower

Skylon Tower
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7. Whirlpool Aero Car

Whirlpool Aero Car
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8. Niagara SkyWheel

Niagara SkyWheel
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9. Maid of the Mist

Maid of the Mist
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10. Bird Kingdom

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Bird Kingdom
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11. Fashion Outlets of Niagara

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Fashion Outlets of Niagara
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12. Christienne Fallsview Spa

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Christienne Fallsview Spa
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13. Fallsview Indoor Waterpark

Category: Kids & Family
Fallsview Indoor Waterpark
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14. 21 Club, Fallsview Casino Resort

Category: Entertainment
21 Club, Fallsview Casino Resort
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Niagara Falls is a must-see destination at least once in your life. It's a romantic destination year-round. There are many ways to see the falls from both the New York and the Ontario side: take a cruise to admire the rushing water from up close, ride in the Whirlpool Aero Car to get a view from above, or board the Niagara SkyWheel for a rush of adrenaline along with the view. Once you are done admiring the falls, don’t head home just yet. The area surrounding Niagara Falls is a popular NY destination for couples and families, offering many fun things to do, from scenic views and world-famous attractions to gardens, exotic animals, shopping and tours.

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