15 Tips for NIAGARA FALLS, NEW YORK, US | What to Expect and Planning Your Visit

In this video I've shared our visit to Niagara Falls, New York, US and 15 Tips to help you plan your visit and know what yo expect.
0:00 - Intro
0:56 - Tip 1
2:42 - Tip 2
4:11 - Tip 3
4:32 - Tip 4
5:50 - Tip 5
6:07 - Tip 6
6:17 - Tip 7
6:32 - Tip 8
7:22 - Tip 9
7:35 - Tip 10
7:52 - Tip 11
8:11 - Tip 12
8:18 - Tip 13
8:29 - Tip 14
8:39 - Tip 15
9:02 - Closing
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From: www.niagarafallsusa.com/
WELCOME TO NIAGARA FALLS USA
Here you can experience a natural wonder of the world, explore acres of pristine hiking trails and scenic terrain, immerse yourself in outdoor adventure and taste the simple goodness of orchards and award-winning wineries.
NIAGARA FALLS STATE PARK
America's oldest state park, open 365 days a year, 24 hours a day, brings you closer than you ever thought possible to the grandeur of the Falls. Niagara Falls State Park is always the trip of a lifetime - any time of the year - making it “a park for all seasons.”

[@ThoseWhoStayUofM]

I love how you always have a man in the back... like, he's your body guard. It does feel that way.

[@ExploreNiagaraUSA]

Thank you for visiting our beautiful home! We hope you enjoyed your stay.

[@TheAverageTourist]

We did! 🙌

[@christyevers8803]

Wow! got some stunning footage! That's really good info about the observation deck. I'm putting that on my list of "must do" when I visit. The trolley sounds like a fun idea too. you never hear about what's around the park. I'm glad you included that!

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks! It's a fun area to explore and I wish we had more time in there

[@KJFTravelAdventures]

Great tips! Definitely on my list of places to see.

[@kerrylene]

That was such a great video! lots of helpful information. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thank you, appreciate it!

[@unstoppabledigitaltravelling]

Niagra is always fascinating, thanks for those useful tips.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Happy to share!

[@TravelingAtoZ]

Great tips! Thank you for sharing. Niagara Falls is beautiful.

[@TheAverageTourist]

It's a great place 🙌

[@RodKrisBisdakMotovlog]

Woooooooowww absolutely beautiful my friend. Keep it up and more vidz to come.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks so much!

[@InspectAzmi]

Thanks for the tips. Love watching

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks so much!

[@rightrecipefortravel]

I miss visiting here. We used to go every year when I was growing up. Haven't been back since moving to Texas. Thanks for the beautiful views of such a great place to visit.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Yes Texas is a bit too far to come back and visit annually! Its a great attraction I say you need to see at least once if you can

[@TravellerSB]

Wonderfully shot video. Thanks for the tips to visit the waterfall

[@TheAverageTourist]

Happy to share!

[@atifhussainarain]

oh man this place is in my bucket list from long time.

[@TheAverageTourist]

It's a great attraction

[@KitatheExplorer]

Great video full of tips about visiting Niagara Falls! I haven’t been to Niagara Falls in decades so I couldn’t remember the details about each side of the falls. But it reminds me of Iguazu Falls where the Argentinian side was better as you could hike trails and be closer to the falls and nature. Whereas the Brazil side was good for photos from a distance.

[@TheAverageTourist]

I haven't been to Iguazu Falls but I've had it on my bucket list for a while. Good tips about where to visit from for the best views and experience. I'd like to do both to compare. 😊

[@yankee04]

Thanks for the great tips! Hoping to visit both sides later in the year.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Hope they can be helpful! We liked the nature on the US side. But there are pros and cons to both. No matter which side you go though, the falls are beautiful!

[@yankee04]

@@TheAverageTourist Would a single traveler be safe? Some of the comments seemed to indicate there might be issues on the American side. Appreciate the tip on the Trolley too as I know there will be tons of walking.

[@marybethsmidwestadventures]

Great tips! I hadn't thought about leaf coverage being an issue before.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Yeah its not horrible, but there are so many trees they can block the views

[@KayandGogo]

Wow great footage of the falls. Very informative 👏 great tips too 👍

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks so much!

[@DezOner]

Awesome vid. Took down your itinerary and tips for my upcoming trip. Sub'd 👍🏼👍🏼

[@TheAverageTourist]

Awesome! Thank you! Have a great trip.

[@shahidyounas9675]

Thank you very much for important information ❤

[@TheAverageTourist]

Happy to share

[@TheCountryCollectors]

Love Niagara! Only been to the USA side. Gotta check out the other side one day. Great tips! The rainbows are epic from the mist. Good to know about the accessibility. Comfortable shoes are a must too! I didn’t know about the trolly! Also Really want to go behind the falls! Thanks for sharing!

[@TheAverageTourist]

It's a great attraction. The Canadian side has a different vibe and more tourist attractions there. Next time I think I'd like to go behind the falls.

[@BanshanMarwein]

Absolutely beautiful and amazing waterfalls, I'd love to experience Niagara falls from New York. I have seen the falls from Canada, thanks for the great tips ❤❤

[@TheAverageTourist]

It's worth the second trip to see them from the US side. A totally different experience.

[@floridachillfactory2497]

I loved this view. I always go to Canadian side but next time I will go to observation deck. Great tips.

[@TheAverageTourist]

It's worth a trip across the border!

[@traveladvisorak6065]

Nice capture. Not sure if I will ever visit Niagara falls but seeing it through lens was great.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@Explorcation]

We visited the Niagara side years ago and thought it probably wasn't worth visiting the New York side but after watching this episode, I do think we would really enjoy it for the more immersive experience. I didn't realize you can walk across the border, that would be cool to do too!

[@TheAverageTourist]

It's worth going back to experience the NY side in my opinion. Especially if you do the adventure behind the falls or the Maid of the Mist. I want to do those next time we go to the US side. But from what I saw, the food options were better on the Canadian side, not to mention all the wineries we have here.

[@ExploreNiagaraUSA]

We hope to see you again soon! We're passionate about showcasing all there is to do on the USA side of Niagara Falls

[@Explorcation]

@@TheAverageTourist I think we would really enjoy the adventure behind the falls!

[@donstravelsandrants.]

That was cool to watch Sarah. I done the Canadian side and drove into America on a coach tour to Washington DC.👍😊🇮🇪🇨🇦

[@TheAverageTourist]

Oh very cool. Haven't been to Washington yet

[@AndysWorldJourneys]

i visited so many years ago from the Canadian side which I remember as being pretty cool, but this is certainly nice too! Boy it looks pretty cold when you were there!

[@TheAverageTourist]

Yeah both sides have something different to offer so either way it's a great experience

[@user-sc3dj1cv7b]

Wishing to visit such aesthetical place

[@TheAutisticTraveller]

I went on the Maid of the Mist ride years ago, from the Canadian side. It was soooo much fun, but if you're filming you have to be sure to waterproof your filming device, because you get absolutely soaked!

[@shellygraham2194]

We are going in April of 24. Thanks for the tips! 🎉🎉🎉

[@TheAverageTourist]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@bighand1530]

Now it’s April 9th 2024.

[@gatheringleaves]

I just visited Niagara Falls today, it was absolutely gorgeous!

[@bighand1530]

👍

[@AmaiwanTraveler]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience and 15 helpful tips for visiting Niagara Falls in New York. Your video was not only informative, but also visually stunning. I appreciate the effort you put into creating this content and I can't wait to use your tips on my own visit to Niagara Falls.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks very much! Hope the tips can help future visitors on their own adventures 🙌

[@ExploreNiagaraUSA]

We hope to see you again soon! We're passionate about showcasing all there is to do on the USA side of Niagara Falls

[@BrentsTreehouse]

If you have time, I recommend walking the gorge trails below the falls, and especially Whirlpool State park, which provides an amazing forested area with trails and stone steps down to the rapids and it's all free. the free trolly also stops there.

[@AdventuresOfATravelingDon]

I do love me Niagara Falls. Town wise I prefer the Canada side. Falls side though I do love the American Park. Views from the deck are fantastic. Oh that rainbow was amazing. Lots of great tips. Shoes and an extra set of clothes if you do the Cave of the wind. I do love all the walking trails up and down the area around the river both above and below the Falls.

[@AdventuresOfATravelingDon]

Back for another look at Niagara.

[@TheAverageTourist]

I agree about the town. The Canadian side definitely has more to do around the city but I liked the experience of getting up close to the falls on the US side. Oh good tip on the dry clothes!!

[@elevatorfan125]

I want to go there sometime. Niagara Falls is on my list of places to go for vacation

[@TheAverageTourist]

Hope you get to visit there one day!

[@aleydaa005]

Great vudeo thanks

[@nicolenew1708]

THANK YOU

[@NaomisAdventures]

Thanks for sharing

[@TheAverageTourist]

Happy to!

[@EmmVentures]

I love the falls!! I 99% of the time watch from the Canadian side. I live somewhat close to the Toronto area. I love the state side! You get such better views and I feel like they let you get so much closer. Niagara is a beautiful area but very expensive lol. Amazing video!!

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks so much! Yes it's very nice but quite pricey to visit especially on the Canadian side with all the tourist pricing.

[@KINGJESHUA]

Beautiful 🎥 Like 👍

[@Superintendent89]

Great video. I plan to see the ny side soon. I noticed 1 dog on your video, I guess most attractions are dog friendly? Mine travels with me and would like to bring her.

[@TheAverageTourist]

We saw a few in the area. Not sure of the official rules. But there were some dogs around.

[@robertewalt7789]

Taking the elevator down the observation deck allows us to go right up to the bottom of the American Falls, my favorite vantage point.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Will have to try it next time!

[@librarymohammed8220]

Very beautiful

[@LucasWorldTravel]

I definitely regret that we did not go to the US side of the falls. It really does look impressive. Now, we have a good reason to go back though.

[@chadspinalbosd007]

The park is beautiful the surrounding area is not

[@nelsamoreno2401]

Great video. Good information @ How many days would you recommend to see the NY Falls area without a car. We also want to visit the Canadian side of the falls. How many days to you recommend on Canadian side?

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks! Probably about 2 days on the US side and maybe 3 on the Canadian side. Of course you could stay longer depending on what you want to see and do. And you can Uber or even do a winery bus tour.

[@shanmuka241087]

Thanks for sharing. We are traveling in couple of days from California. Is there a place where I can park our stroller before getting into boat for maid of the mist ride?

[@TheAverageTourist]

According to their site faqs, there is stroller parking because they don't allow strollers on the boat. Have a great trip!!

[@Simon444-EXE]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@djscrew265]

#pozion #sneaker #qui #quirena this will be a pretty scene at night watching the waterfall

[@MckenzieReive]

Cant get close to the falls on the Canadian side? You can literally go under them lol...😅

[@rashnachachad122]

Which month did you visit.. nice tips

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks we were there in April.

[@breelang3966]

What is the temp like there in August?

[@TheAverageTourist]

Usually it's nice and hot!

[@strongtowerman9661]

Do you need to pre register or covid shots needed to cross into Canada??

[@TheAverageTourist]

I don't think they check anymore

[@michaelh2716]

My wife & I are planning a trip to Niagara in June 2025! We’ll be flying in from Colorado; do we go to Buffalo or Toronto?

[@TheAverageTourist]

It depends which side you want to spend time on. The Buffalo airport is probably closer to Niagara Falls in general. I think the Canadian side has more to see and do as it's more of a tourist spot. And Niagara on the Lake is a beautiful spot too. But the US side has great nature trails along the falls.

[@bighand1530]

445 days left.

[@PORTMIAMIMIKE]

Question, what camera are you using

[@TheAverageTourist]

I use a GoPro 11 with a max lens mod

[@BangkokJack858]

Some great tips in here. Don't jump in lol

[@TheAverageTourist]

Haha yes definitely not a good idea

[@awillis244]

He can talk😮

[@michaelmercury1297]

I've never been to the New York Side of Niagara Falls. Do they have Wax Museums and Haunted Houses like the Ontario side?

[@TheAverageTourist]

I think they had a wax museum of history. Didn't see any haunted houses.

[@JK-sh3do]

I dont need to show passport ? If im not crossing ?

[@robertewalt7789]

If you are not moving from Canada to USA, or USA to Canada, no need for a passport.

[@user-vi5xp3pl9n]

Is niagara falls a city in NYC ? In usa

[@TheAverageTourist]

Yes!

[@user-pz4vb9cu8u]

Actually, you can get closer on the Canadian side. The view is better.

[@iriecow]

I live about 15 miles from n.f. ny. And worked at the casino there for several years It is a terrible city filled with criminals, crackheads, dilapidated houses , boarded up businesses..etc.. unsafe areas all-over

[@nickmadden3145]

We just visited the US side and it’s a crime ridden dump. Stark contrast when you go to the Canadian side… nice there.

[@TheSlickmicks]

We really need better attractions on the New York side. The city needs a revival. Just a short drive down the street and the effects of industrial collapse and poverty are everywhere. The city of Niagara Falls needs the tourists; however the tourists need attractions. Tourisism can stimulate the economy, but without attractions it's hard to stimulate the tourism. This is the Niagara Falls, NY Paradox. Truly, most of all funding in the state go to NYC.

[@nategoldin1982]

Just check who runs Niagara Falls for decades? Corruption on corruption. This is normal for democrats who care less about people What become of western NY is beyond imagination. 3rd world country. Indeed, u cross back the border from Canada and the difference in full display. Poverty and hopelessness for those communities

[@donelle560]

I prefer the New York side because it is more of a nature experience compare to the Canada side which is so commercialize. Thanks for the videos

[@TheAverageTourist]

Yes that was our impression too, more nature 👍 Thanks for watching!

[@baboobaboo6139]

I am planning to go California to see Disneyland how much far from neagra falls

[@maheswarareddy8559]

Hi I am India

[@ritzcestona6365]

Hi which hotel did you book

[@TheAverageTourist]

We stayed in downtown Buffalo at the Hyatt Regency Conference Centre

[@grazz7865]

More things to see and do on the Canadian side. Like a small Times Square and small Coney Island. The neighborhoods surrounding the falls on both sides don’t appear to be very safe. Reminds me a lot of Atlantic City. Seems that all the proceeds line the politicians pockets and nothing goes to the community (and I’m sure they were promised the exact opposite). I would suggest bringing your own food or keep it simple (hamburgers/hot dogs). All the restaurants and buffets advertise “authentic home cooking”. There is nothing authentic about the food on either side of the border. These are all tourist spots. Wife and I visited “mama mias “ Italian restaurant. We would swear it was Costco’s frozen meatballs and chicken cutlets. Reminded us of Venice. City was amazing. Food was not so great and it doesn’t have to be because they know you’re here today gone tomorrow.

[@TheAverageTourist]

It's unfortunate that the area is quote over priced like most tourist destinations. And agree... they can charge what they want because they know people will pay it. We are from the Canadian side so it was a nice change to experience the US side of the falls.

[@stevefox898]

I have always thought this was a good example of a tourist trap, complete with tacky souvenir shops.

[@lladnar998]

A natural world wonder steps from our doors. It truly is remarkable. Just remember you are a " Guest" of our city and must adhere to the locals who LIVE AND WORK HERE EVERYDAY. do not think for one second that the locals of this city will capitulate to YOU. WE LIVE HERE YOU DO NOT. know your role and you will be fine. Enjoy your stay!

[@seanwebb605]

Just go to the Canadian side. The views are better. The experience is better. There is more to do. The American side? Bleck!

[@TheAverageTourist]

I agree, better panoramic views on the Canadian side.

[@seanwebb605]

@@TheAverageTourist Plus fudge. Maple fudge, chocolate fudge, with nuts, with marshmellows, etc.

[@mathlover4994]

Forget to say that NY side is not safe.

[@yankee04]

Really? What is the issue there? Aren’t there enough tourists to make it relatively safe?

[@mis2eye]

@@yankee04Yes, the tourist section is pretty much where you’d want to be if you’re visiting. Its nice & has an okay variety of things for anyone to explore, especially the trails along the Niagara Falls (NY side). As far as the inner city? Not much to see. Take it from me, I was born there.

[@user-py4xr7jf9b]

You vedeo is very good but your KZbin thumbnail is not enough

[@bighand1530]

Works for me

[@user-py4xr7jf9b]

@@bighand1530 Yes

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks lol

[@bighand1530]

@@TheAverageTourist Like I said, works for me.

[@mreppen1]

I went there last mid October to Niagara Falls, NY, a total shit hole.

[@cookechristinaphotos]

3 sisters??!!?

[@cookechristinaphotos]

With tip 10 - explorer outside of the falls... Beware just beware

[@cookechristinaphotos]

Tesla! The Tesla monument..

[@cookechristinaphotos]

Niagara falls = 1st electricity

[@cookechristinaphotos]

Thundering Waters Show

[@ThoseWhoStayUofM]

It's America...meaning you need a car.

[@Tugman-ei3ix]

Poor guy is wore out lol.

[@yvonneharris2227]

What a load of bs misinfo this video is. There is way more activities to do on the Cdn side. Lengthy free walkways, paid walkways, zip lining, a tram-type gadget that takes riders down a cliff beside the waters, boat excursion into the mist of the falls, tunnels take you to various spots underneath the falls. The tunnels lead to various viewpoints, including a large viewing area directly beside the falls. Another tunnel lets you watch the water come down in front of you. Shuttle buses take you near, and from the farthest away parking areas right to the ticket centre. A large food fair in the ticket centre downstairs. There are also touristy trinkets. A sheltered outdoor area for resting and eating at the end of the line for the boat tour. The shuttle buses take you to the end point of the area, which is at a bottom of a hill that takes you a short walk up to the local community eateries, casino, bars, more touristy trinkets etc. You park your car for a set day price, and the shuttle transit buses take you where you want to stop at the Falls.

[@TheAverageTourist]

This video wasn't about the Canadian side or implying there was more to do in the US. It's a completely different experience. We've visited the Canadian side of the Falls many times, and I have a separate video on that listing things to do. Thanks for watching!

[@yankee04]

I don’t want to do all the super commercial, arcades, etc. Some sections look like Vegas. Hard pass. Would do falls related things, but the kitschy things, no.

[@Ekenei]

Stop lying. All you guys see is a cliff. We literally see the whole thing on the 🇨🇦 side

[@TheAverageTourist]

Canadian here, and I prefer the view from Canada 👌 but enjoy the nature trails on the US side 👍

[@lexiefournier]

Honestly the New York side is really sketchy…

[@Ekenei]

Was looking at you guys from the Canadian side. 😂😂😂

[@TheAverageTourist]

🤣🤣🤣

[@TheAverageTourist]

I liked it but maybe I didn't explore enough 🤷‍♀️