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Sightseeing in New York: A Sample Itinerary: Day 5
5th Day and Evening: Niagara Falls
Map of Niagara and Surrounding Area (above)
Street, Hotel, Attraction, and Highway Maps of Niagara Area
Niagara Falls Reservation State Park
Maid of the Mist boat tour
Cave of the Winds in the Niagara Reservation State Park (716/278-1770),
where you can see the Bridal Veil Falls through the mist.
Rainbow Helicopters (716/284-2800) provide tours.
Schoellkopf Geological Museum (716/278-1780), where you can learn more about
the 440 million year history of the falls. The Aquarium at Niagara Falls (716/285-3575)
overlooks the Niagara River gorge and features 2000 marine specimens, including
penguins, harbor seals, sharks and lion fish. Dolphins and sea lions perform
hourly.
Tips About Crossing the Border at Niagara
There are three International bridges between the U.S. and Canada within six miles of the Falls.
500 yards from the American Falls is the "Rainbow Bridge" which offers a spectacular view of the Falls. There is no commercial traffic allowed. You can walk, bike or drive across.
1.8 miles North is the "Whirlpool Bridge". Currently (April 2004), you cannot cross from the U.S. into Canada unless you are a non-resident. Traffic has been suspended from Canada into the U.S. until the new NEXUS plan is implemented.
5.6 miles North of the Falls is the "Lewiston-Queenston Bridge". This bridge is for all types of vehicles. Bicycles are allowed but not recommended.
When crossing the international border be sure to bring either a birth certificate or valid passport in addition to your drivers license. You may be denied entry if you are lacking proper documentation.
Recent road name changes:
In Niagara Falls Ontario, Oakes Drive and Buchanan
Avenue South of Ferry Street have been combined into "Fallsview Boulevard".
In
Niagara Falls New York "Quay Street" has been changed to "John
B Daly Boulevard".
During the busier months of July and August, two popular attractions- Cave of the Winds and Journey behind the Falls can have long waiting lines. Best time to visit is in the early morning or late afternoon.
If you visit Niagara Falls from a foreign country (ie: your from the U.S. traveling to Canada) , try to purchase everything using your debit, credit, or charge cards. You will usually receive the best exchange rate from your bank. If you need to exchange currency in Niagara Falls Ontario, Casino Niagara gives the best exchange rate (But don't lose it all there!). There are also currency exchanges at the bridges & banks. Most businesses will exchange cash for you but do not expect a good rate.
If you make purchases and travel between Niagara Falls Ontario and New York, be sure to save receipts. When crossing the international border, you will be required to declare all purchases, and items may be taxable or you may qualify for tax refunds. Please visit the duty free stores located at the bridges between the U.S. and Canada for more information.
When driving to Niagara Falls via Robert Moses Parkway (exit 21 from I-190) in New York, be sure to reduce your speed to 35 mph when approaching the Park. If you don't, your friendly New York State Parks Police are there 95% of the time to give you a speeding ticket!
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