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Visiting American Waterfalls and Attractions in Niagara Falls New York. Photos of American Falls



American Falls located in Niagara Falls New York is the premier destination in North America. American Niagara waterfalls together with Horseshoe Falls situated in Ontario, Canada, are known as Niagara Falls.


Once you visit the great Niagara waterfalls, feel the power of the falling water and thunder, and read the facts about Niagara, you will see why this place is one of the World's natural wonders:


Visiting American Falls

You can check out American part of Niagara Falls from a way up high; Skylon Tower or your hotel room, or from down below while taking one of several exciting tours; Maid of the Mist boat tour or Cave of the Winds.

Me and my wife like the views from the base of the waterfalls and the feeling of the mist spraying up in our face and from the Canadian side as it offers a perfect view for photos.

You will also find that American Niagara Falls is a favorite place for weddings, anniversaries and honeymoons.

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American Falls NY, Maid of the Mist boat and Seneca Casino


Niagara Falls are consisted of three beautiful waterfalls; Canadian Horseshoe waterfalls, American and Bridal Veil Falls.

Horseshoe and American Falls share the same Niagara River, separated by the Goat Island.

american falls and bridal veil fallsThe American Falls and smaller Bridal Veil Falls are completely within USA, separated by Luna Island.

The Bridal Veil waterfall has also been known in the past as Luna and Iris Falls.

Thanks to The Cave of the Winds attraction, visitors are allowed to walk up to the base of Bridal Veil Falls, be in touch and feel the power of crushing water.
This is the perfect spot to make some impressive pictures.
     
     Bridal Veil Falls - Cave of the Winds tour


The best spot to view American Falls is from walkways along Prospect Point Park. Admission is free and the view is priceless. If you are on the Canadian side it so worth it to wait till evening and enjoy the spectacular illuminated waterfalls.

American Falls and Attractions in Niagara Falls New York Observation Tower


Prospect Point Observation Tower is an awesome opportunity for photos of the American waterfalls. You will also be able to see and admire an amazing scenery consisted of high raised hotels on a Canadian side, Fallsview Casino Resort, Niagara River and mighty Falls and how Maid of the Mist boat is fighting the crashing water...


Observation Tower is 85 m high structure, that has an outside observation deck that extends past the Niagara Gorge cliff face and right above the American waterfalls. If you take the elevator up, you will go to the top where you will experience the breathtaking view of Niagara skyline. If you go down to the base of the gorge, you will have an access to the Maid of the Mist boats.

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Prospect Point Observation Tower right above American waterfalls

... other things to do in Niagara Falls New York

For another breathtaking adventure, take the pathway and stairs after, and you will be on your way to the "Crow's Nest", an observation deck located at the base of the American Niagara. This is an awesome experience.

Above the American waterfalls there is a bridge, that takes you to the Goat Island, either you are walking or driving there. Not only that it is healthy, walking also is the opportunity to visit and experience more. There are many places where you can stop, rest, sit, lie down, and refresh.

There are also organized, guided tours, along the American Falls and around Goat Island, with Niagara scenic trolleys.

On Goat Island, there are Three Sisters Islands with walking path that allows you to have a closer look at the Niagara River rapids.

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Amazing scenery of Niagara Falls (by Radhika Bhagwat)

You can walk right up to these speeding rapids. Nothing prevents you from walking into the water. But be careful, it is dangerous. Rapids are so powerful, that can easily move you into the torrent.

Just staying on a shore and seeing this massive water, going from furious rapids into crashing waterfalls, will create an unforgettable impression and makes you say WOW.

Few superb attractions are available in the city of Niagara Falls New York where Seneca Casino and hotel is recognized as premier destination.

Although, Niagara Falls, Canada is more popular, due to the scenery it offers, greater number of Niagara attractions, hotels, entertainment
(two Casinos, Clifton Hill...).

In order to maximize your Niagara experience, our recommendation is to visit both sides and especially Cave of the Winds on the American side.

They are different and specific in their own way. And these places are one of the most photographed scenes in the world!

Attractions in American Niagara Falls NY, that we recommend, are on a much shorter list than Canadian side. American Falls are must, but if you have tried Maid of the Mist, there is no need to visit the same attraction on American side. The same with helicopter ride.

American Falls NY Highlights

  • Attraction with a promising breathtaking view of the American waterfalls, 85 m above the ground is Prospect Point observation tower.
  • For a wild experience and adventure, just visit Cave of the Winds, especially after the nightfall where you will be astonished with illuminated, multi-colored cascading water torrent.

If you are not afraid of height, there is one attraction that provides a perfect opportunity to see Niagara from different perspective. You will be able to enjoy panoramic and aerial views from the Flight of Angels helium balloon ride.

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Niagara Falls NY Attractions - Helium Balloon Ride


The shortest way from Canadian side to Niagara Falls NY, is over Rainbow Bridge. To cross the border there is a toll for walking, 50 cents.

Driving a car in Niagara Falls New York is the best option.

If you are planning to stay in downtown hotel Seneca Casino, many great attractions, including American Falls and Canadian Horseshoe Falls, Rainbow Bridge and the border are on a walking distance.






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