Niagara Falls 1 Day Tour from NYC with Maid of the Mist Boat Ride
Overview
Available languages
19 hours
Mobile ticket
On your visit to New York, don’t miss the opportunity to visit one of the most important and impressive natural wonders in the world, Niagara Falls!
If you want to increase this amazing experience, choose the option which includes an audio guide and get more information about the park during the bus trip.
Additional Info
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please note: The Maid of the Mist boat cruise operates seasonally, usually between end of May and October (exact dates are subject to ice conditions) and is replaced in the off-season, depending on accessibility, by views from other observation points such as Gorge walk, Terrapin Point or others (access is subject to ice and weather conditions).The day’s itinerary is subject to traffic conditions and may be modified due to time constraints. When necessary in the spring and summer, ponchos are provided (you may get a little wet!).
Guide will explain in both languages English & Spanish
New York State law requires that all children be restrained in an appropriate child restraint system while riding in a motor vehicle until they are 8 years old. Starting November 1, 2019, all children under 8 years old must ride in a rear-facing car seat.
If you prefer to enjoy your tour without Maid of the Mist boat, you can complete your experience by choosing our interactive audioguide, available in English, Spanish and Chinese
In case you choose the option with audioguide, you will receive the instructions to download it before the day of your tour.
Bus drivers are not required to provide seats for children under 8 and the activity provider will not be responsible if you are unable to access the bus. To ensure that your child has a seat, you must bring your own, or inform the activity provider well in advance
Departure is at 4:00am from Times Square in New York City. Travel time to Niagara Falls is approximately 7-8 hrs, with a stop for rest. Arrival time at Niagara Falls is around 11:00am. If you have chosen the option that includes Maid of the Mist, available only from May to October, you will enjoy a boat ride to the falls aboard the Maid of the Mist. After admiring the Falls up close, you will have free time to have lunch on your own, before beginning the journey back to New York, where, after 7-8 hrs of travel, arrival is estimated between 11:00pm and midnight.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Niagara Falls State Park
You will travel on a comfortable motor coach, with your bilingual tour guide, enjoying the scenic landscape of upstate New York (travel time is approximately 7-8 hours, each way, with one rest stop) on your journey north. Upon arrival at your destination, you will begin experiencing the adventure, beauty, and natural wonder of Niagara Falls. During your visit, you will learn about the interesting history of these mighty waters and enjoy spectacular views of the falls from different vantage points (depending on the weather conditions). You will have the opportunity of having lunch on your own, souvenir shopping, and exploring the beautiful Niagara Falls State Park.
If you have selected the tour that includes this option, you will board the historic the Maid of the Mist boat to go on a ride through the waters of Niaga Falls. For sure, an experience you cannot miss!
What‘s Included
Access to the Observation Tower
Interactive audio guide on your mobile (if selected option)
Tickets to Maid of the Mist (May–Oct) only with options that include the boat ride
Bilingual professional guide (only with Guided Tour options)
Round-trip from New York City on motor coach (only if this option is selected)
Hotel pick up and drop off
Food & Drinks
Options
Guided Tour
Tour without Boat: This option does not include tickets for Maid of the Mist boat
Duration: 19 hours: 4am departure from NYC, estimated return between 11pm and midnight
Starting point:
714 7th Ave, New York, NY 10036, USA
Only Boat + Self-Guided Audio
Duration: 2 hours
No Transport included from NYC: Only includes Maid of the Mist entry ticket and interactive audioguide to download to your own smartphones. No live guide
Starting point:
Prospect Street, Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, USA
Guided Tour + Maid of the Mist
Maid of the Mist Included
Duration: 19 hours: 4am departure from NYC, estimated return between 11pm and midnight
To the heart of Niagara Falls: This option includes: transfer from NYC meeting point, live guide and Maid of the Mist boat tickets.
Starting point:
714 7th Ave, New York, NY 10036, USA
Guided Tour + AudioGuide
Maid of the Mist not included
Duration: 19 hours: 4am departure from NYC, estimated return between 11pm and midnight
Tour +Audio Guide: Includes transfer from NYC, live guide at Niagara, and audio guide. Maid of the mist not included
Starting point:
714 7th Ave, New York, NY 10036, USA
Reviews
1,068 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent
elisabR8509NP,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Recommended guide Carlito!!!! Nice and competent host and very patient. Thank you.
Falls and fails
brianmC9230IE,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Trip was supposed to include maid on tge mist boat trip i know water frozen so couldn't happen so a discount should have ben given. On the way back old man driving and tired swerving all over the road other guy asleep in the back of coach. Falls we're very beautiful.
Recommend
marinakV5216ZI,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Comfortable journey from NYC, great trip with funny tour guide Arturo. highly recommend
The excellent service by the tour guide: Arthur. He is very kind and put full attention to each of us during trip… 🤍🤍
reginaw340,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour experience, I recommend it to anyone who wants try Niagara Falls trip with nyc@amigotour.com at 21 March 2026
Good trip with Arturo.
A9887PTjuanpablor,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Arturo is a very friendly tour guide. He explained everything about Niagara Falls. The bus was not as bad as I read in internet reviews. The 8 hour trip was ok.
Memory to remember
U4951DHalbertl,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very knowledgeable tour guide with great personality
Wonderfoul
H2349GLmassimilianod,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It is worth it, even in winter it is a wonderful sight. Tiring certainly, given the long round trip, but once you are in New York, it is a great shame not to take advantage. Arturo, the guide, and the drivers, were excellent, and always very helpful. Arturo, a true polyglot who spoke Italian, Spanish, Japanese, English, making everyone understand what we were seeing. Super
Meeting of worlds manifestations of life.
karlalX9701UU,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sharing a walk in a relaxed, leisurely and calm way and at the same time being aware of the weather is the best thing about this trip with @arthurtourguide
Niagara Falls day tour.
Venture65226397277,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great day and our tour guide Arturo was terrific making sure we got some good pictures and covered the park highlights. The bus was comfortable and the 8hr journey there and back went smoothly. Highly recommended this tour. Thanks for a great day 😀
Top experience
Nicola B,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! Despite the off-season visit, Arturo gave us a complete tour of the park telling us both in Italian and in other languages! Highly recommended
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