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Horseshoe Falls

The thundering Canadian Horseshoe Falls, 670 metres wide, best viewed from Table Rock.

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Time needed
1–2 hours
Entry
Free (viewpoints)
Best time
Summer
Area
Niagara Parkway

The huge curved waterfall on the Canadian side.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Table Rock Centre, 6650 Niagara Pkwy, Niagara Falls, ON

  • From Toronto: About 1.5 hours by car, GO train (seasonal) or bus.
  • Table Rock: The Table Rock Centre stands right at the brink of the falls.
  • Passport: Crossing to the US side over Rainbow Bridge requires a passport and visa/ESTA.

The story of the Horseshoe Falls

Niagara Falls is made of three waterfalls on the Niagara River between Canada and the United States. The largest, the Horseshoe Falls, is mostly on the Canadian side, about 670 metres wide and 57 metres high.

Huge volumes of water flow over the falls, though some water is diverted for hydroelectric power, especially at night.

Best time to visit

Best season

June to September; winter brings ice formations.

Best time of day

Early morning or evening illuminations.

Fireworks

Seasonal fireworks over the falls.

Tips before you go

  • Walk along the railing at Table Rock.
  • Walk the Niagara Parkway promenade for changing views.
  • Stay for the nightly illumination.

Best hotels near the Horseshoe Falls

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Marriott Fallsview

Rooms facing Horseshoe Falls.

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Embassy Suites Fallsview

Suites with falls views.

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All hotels near the Horseshoe Falls

What's around the Horseshoe Falls

  • Journey Behind the FallsTunnels behind the water.
  • Niagara City CruisesBoat to the falls.
  • Clifton HillEntertainment street.
  • Skylon TowerObservation tower.

Questions travellers ask

How wide are the Horseshoe Falls?

About 670 metres.

Which side is better?

The Canadian side has the panoramic view.

Are the falls lit at night?

Yes, every evening.

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Niagara City Cruises (boat to the falls)

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