Niagara Falls Ontario, Canada Travel Guide
Official bus routes, schedules, and directions for tourist transport.
General navigation, walking directions, locating attractions, restaurants, and amenities.
Current conditions and forecasts; helps with planning daily activities and clothing choices.
Download and set up prior to your trip if you plan to use these services.
A valuable tool for quick currency conversions, especially for global visitors.
Official website for attractions, events, conservation, and WEGO bus information: Niagaraparks.com.
Official tourism site for the city, presenting comprehensive information: Niagarafallstourism.com.
Official, current information on visa, eTA, and entry procedures: Canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship.html.
Information on border crossing requirements and what to pack: Cbsa-asfc.gc.ca.
For train travel: Viarail.ca; for intercity bus: Ca.megabus.com.
Acquire a reputable guidebook for Ontario or Canada that features a detailed section on Niagara Falls. These often offer comprehensive overviews and suggested itineraries.
Look for free tourist brochures, magazines, and event guides. These are found at visitor centers, hotels, and attractions, often with valuable coupons and local insights.
Follow official tourism accounts on platforms like Instagram and Facebook (e.g., @NiagaraParks, @NiagaraFallsTourism) for visual inspiration and updates.
Check passport validity, determine visa/eTA needs, research visit times.
Book flights, main lodging, travel insurance, and major excursions.
Confirm all reservations, notify bank, secure IDP if needed, review vaccinations.
Pack climate-appropriate clothing, acquire travel gear, download apps, confirm airport transfer.
Reconfirm flights, charge electronics, organize documents, notify emergency contacts.
Suspend mail, adjust thermostat, unplug devices, lock doors and windows.
Confirm flights and lodging early for prime availability. Pre-book car rentals and popular tours like Hornblower Niagara Cruises for seamless entry. Consider Shaw Festival tickets far in advance.
Arrange temporary hold for mail/newspapers or ask a neighbor to assist. Set your home thermostat to a vacation mode for energy savings. Unplug unnecessary electronics.
Ensure all documents are copied and stored separately. Have your International Driving Permit ready if you plan to drive. Review any recommended health precautions for Canada.
For efficient airport transfers or exploring beyond WEGO routes, consider pre-booking taxis or utilizing ride-sharing apps. Having a local SIM card upon arrival can streamline communication and navigation.
