The Niagara Region has many things to see . . . of course there's Niagara Falls, but So Much More!!
Crystal Beach/Ridgeway
Just a mile down the road or beach, there are bars, shops, and restaurants-you can’t miss them! Venture just a few minutes further to downtown Ridgeway for even more cute shops and dining spots.
Food truck Thursdays at the pier and Sunday service on the beach.
Half Day Activity Ideas
Point Abino Lighthouse Tours August 10
Just a couple miles up the road protecting our bay is our beloved lighthouse with a history of her own. Site visits (starting June 21 - Labor Day) are only available on weekdays: 3-5pm, weekends: 10am-5pm to pedestrians, bicycles, and motorized handicap scooters with permission at the gate house and a signed waiver.
There are no walk-ins allowed on tour dates which are every other Saturday in June, July, August & September. Just as a heads up, with a site visit, you can walk in and see our beautiful lighthouse to take pictures from it from the top of the hill, but you will not be able to go right up to it or go inside of it like you can with our lighthouse tours. Contact Number: 905-871-1600 ext. 2431
The tour bus leaves promptly from the parking area next to the Bertie Boating Club at 1036 Point Abino Road. Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your tour time to avoid missing the tour!
Adults $6.00 | Youth (12-16) $3.00 | Children Under 12 Free
Port Colborne
The City of Port Colborne is a destination steeped in marine heritage. Add to this our historic shopping districts, variety of restaurants, ample beachfront, and selection of natural attractions, and Port Colborne easily becomes the place to stop during your next trip to Niagara's South Coast.
Port Colborne Farm Market Fridays - The Port Colborne Farmers' Market is a certified farmers’ market with well over 25 farmers attending the market on a regular basis. The Niagara Region has long been known for the quality of its fruits and vegetables. The Port Colborne Farmers’ Market is home to over 50+ vendors specializing in fresh produce, prepared foods, meats & cheeses, handmade creations, baked goods, flowers, bedding plants and so much more.
Market Square, 59 Charlotte Street, located directly in front of City Hall.
Port Colborne Historical and Marine Museum features a heritage village of century-old buildings, historic gardens, pathways, a covered pavilion, and a tea room. The 1861 Georgian-Revival style Williams Home serves as the main exhibit gallery, interpreting the history of Port Colborne and the Welland Canal through a variety of ever-changing exhibits.
Fort Erie
Bordering the Peace Bridge to the US, Fort Erie is a historical landmark. One of our most popular heritage properties, Old Fort Erie is a National Historic Site, located along the Niagara River in Fort Erie. Here, you can walk in the footsteps of history on the grounds of what is known as Canada's bloodiest battlefield.
https://www.niagaraparks.com/things-to-do/history-of-old-fort-erie
Fort Erie Golf
A perfect par 3 course that offers day and evening tee-times starting at $25CA
https://www.gibbygolf.com/
Fort Erie Racetrack
Live racing on Mondays & Tuesdays.
Check the schedule for Race times and other fun events!
https://www.forterieracing.com/
Outlet Shopping:
https://www.outletcollectionatniagara.com/
Go Cart Racing:
Niagara Go-Carts
https://www.gokartsniagara.com/
Day Trip Ideas
St Catherines & Welland, Ontario Day Trip
The Welland Canal is in Ontario, Canada, and part of the St. Lawrence Seaway and Great Lakes Waterway. The canal traverses the Niagara Peninsula between Port Weller on Lake Ontario, and Port Colborne on Lake Erie, and was erected because the Niagara River—the only natural waterway connecting the lakes—was unnavigable due to Niagara Falls. The Welland Canal enables ships to ascend and descend the Niagara Escarpment, and has followed four different routes since it opened.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Welland_Canal
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Welland_Canal#List_of_locks_and_crossings
https://www.visitniagaracanada.com/do/st-catharines-museum-and-welland-canals-centre/
Lakeside Park and Carousel $.05 a ride - Step back in time and take your family to the Lakeside Park Carousel. With 68 animals to choose from, the carousel can bring out the child in all of us. The historic carousel, a Charles I.D. Looff original, was hand carved from 1898 to 1905 and is beloved by all who visit. Playground and Lake Ontario beach access as well!
- Daily, July 1 to Sept. 2: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Weekends, Sept. 7 until Oct. 14: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Niagara Falls, Ontario
The Niagara Parkway is a scenic drive running parallel to the Niagara River 55 km (34 mi) from Fort Erie in the south, to Niagara on the Lake in the north. The parkway is one of the oldest in Ontario. Construction of the Niagara Parkway began in 1908 and was completed in 1931.
The Niagara Parkway passes through several villages and several attractions along the river, including:
- Old Fort Erie
- Queen Victoria Park, which houses the popular attraction MistRider Zipline to the Falls.
- Access to The Floral Showhouse, Journey behind the Falls, Clifton Hill, Oakes Garden Amphitheatre, Niagara City Cruises, White-Water Walk, Whirlpool Aero Car, Niagara Helicopters, and Wild Play Adventure Park just before the Niagara Glen Nature Area.
- These are followed by The Butterfly Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
- Finally, the northern end of the parkway is Niagara on the Lake, the location of the world-famous Shaw Festival.
Niagara Falls History & Culture:
https://www.niagarafallstourism.com/historyandculture/
Skylon Tower and Restaurant
https://www.skylon.com/
Activities at Niagara Falls
https://www.niagaraparks.com/visit-niagara-parks/attractions/
- Journey Behind the Falls
- Niagara’s Fury
- The Tunnel at Niagara Parks Power Station
- Whirlpool AeroCar
- Whitewater Walk
- Whirlpool Adventure Course
- Zipline to the Falls
The Butterfly Conservatory
Step inside one of the largest glass-enclosed butterfly conservatories in North America and discover a tropical garden oasis. The Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory features over 2,000 vibrantly coloured butterflies fluttering freely throughout winding pathways adorned with lush vegetation and trickling waterfalls. Your self-guided walking tour begins with a short, informative video presentation.
https://www.niagaraparks.com/visit/attractions/butterfly-conservatory/
Clifton Hill Amusements
Skywheel, Speedway, Minigolf
https://www.cliftonhill.com/
Fallsview Casino
https://fallsviewcasinoresort.com/
Great Wolf Lodge Waterpark
https://www.greatwolf.com/niagara/waterpark-attractions/indoor-water-park
Golf in the Niagara Region
Niagara has 4 beautiful courses to choose from: Battlefield, Usser’s Creek, Chippawa, and Whirlpool https://www.niagaraparks.com/visit-niagara-parks/golf/the-courses/
Biking the Niagara Region, Ontario
For visitors looking to reduce their carbon footprint or who just want to enjoy the sites while staying fit and active, cycling around Niagara is a great option. The Greater Niagara Circle Route takes riders on a tour of the region including sections that run the length of the Niagara Parkway or along the Welland Canal. For those who don’t want to travel with their bike, Niagara also offers several rental and organized tour options to enjoy.
https://www.niagararegion.ca/transportation/cycling-walking/pdf/map-greater-niagara-circle-route.pdf
Wine in Niagara, Ontario: Situated between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie, the Niagara Peninsula offers the perfect climate for wine production. The wineries of Niagara on the Lake and The Niagara Escarpment have gained worldwide acclaim. https://winecountryontario.ca/region/niagara-on-the-lake-area/
Niagara on the Lake: Located just a short drive from Niagara Falls, Niagara on the Lake is know as “The Prettiest Town in Canada”, and is steeped in history and has over 35 wineries within its borders. The visitor experience found in Niagara on the Lake is unique. Here, wine and cuisine go together with history. https://www.niagaraonthelake.com/
Zoom Leisure – Niagara on the Lake bike rentals and tours https://zoomleisure.com/
eBike Niagara Rentals: https://ebikerentalniagara.com/
Other Free things to do in Niagara Falls:
https://www.niagarafallstourism.com/free-things-to-do/
Crossing the Rainbow Bridge to the Niagara Falls or Youngstown, USA? Visit historic Old Fort Niagara and see war re-enactments and visit the museum. https://www.oldfortniagara.org/
Crossing the Peace Bridge to Buffalo? Buffalo has world famous art galleries, and park, restaurants, shops, museums, and tons of summertime festivals
https://www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/