Known as The Street of Fun, Clifton Hill in Niagara Falls is the most famous and most visited street by tourists, who, attracted by the beauty of the Falls, look for entertainment and restaurants in the surrounding area without going too far from the main attraction.
Located on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls, Clifton Hill is an amazing place full of attractions, shops, and lots of fun that you must visit. For those who want to enjoy something beyond the waterfalls, this street ensures an unforgettable experience for families, couples, and solo travelers alike.
After taking a Niagara Falls one-day tour from New York, you’ll have the chance to cross the border and experience all the excitement Clifton Hill has to offer.
Plans for everyone in Clifton Hill
People claim that Clifton Hill seeks to emulate the Las Vegas Strip, of course on a smaller scale but with a similar atmosphere, full of fun and lights, only in this case they also involve children among the entertainment offers.
Clifton Hill offers something for everyone, whether you’re looking for family fun, nightlife, or unique experiences.
If you dare to spend a day on this hill, below we share some of the plans that you can enjoy:
Niagara Skywheel
If you want to do something quiet from where you can appreciate the view, the Skywheel is the right attraction for you.
It carries comfortable air-conditioned cabins that rise to just over 50 meters high, it is the largest Ferris wheel in Canada and one of the most fun ways to see the natural wonders that link the United States to Canada.
From there you will be able to appreciate the majesty of the Niagara Falls in its maximum expression, you will get to see the American side, the Horseshoe Falls, the Niagara River and the parks; besides, you will be able to take the best pictures of the landscape in general.
The tour lasts 8 to 12 minutes, it is ideal during the winter and, personally, I suggest that you go up just as the sun begins to fall, as you will appreciate the panoramic view during the day, at sunset and at night.
Niagara Speedway
The largest kart track in North America is spread over a 1.5 hectare field; an attraction that combines the adrenaline characteristic of go karts with the experience of a roller coaster on a concrete track in a 4-story helical spiral shape.
Sometimes you can feel that you leave the track and fly over a cliff, but we assure you that it has excellent security measures.
The use of a mask is essential to be able to use the attraction.
Dinosaur Adventure Golf
If you travel with children, Dinosaur Adventure Golf is the last among entertainment preferences, since in the same place you play mini golf and share with huge dinosaurs in a prehistoric world full of vegetation.
In addition, it is the largest mini-golf attraction in Canada as it has two fields with 18-holes each, 3 decorative ponds and an active volcano from which steam rises at a height of 15 meters, which by the way is the last station of the journey.
In the complex there are more than 50 species of VERY realistic looking dinosaurs that measure almost 10 meters in height, ideal to make you feel that you are playing after having traveled a few hundred million years in time.
Wizard’s Golf
Another great option for mini-golf lovers, Wizard’s Golf offers a mystical glow-in-the-dark experience.
Fallsview Water Park
It is a covered park of just over one hectare of expansion, it has 16 slides (some of them 6 floors tall), wave pool, hot springs area, jacuzzi for adults, children’s area, beach and an open terrace with pool. The most wonderful thing about this place is that you can continue to have fun no matter if it is winter outside, so the game never ends, except on the terrace.
One of the favorite games for children and adults is the 1000-gallon dump bucket, where people pile up to receive a heavy fall of water on their heads.
Niagara Zipline
If you’re into adrenaline and heights, the Zipline to the Falls is perfect. The MistRider ride descends 670 meters from Grand View Marketplace with four parallel zip lines.
Alternatively, try the WildPlay Whirlpool Adventure Course, which combines obstacles and suspended ziplines in a natural setting. Versions include options for kids, classic adventurers, and extreme thrill-seekers.
Children from age 7 can participate with adult supervision.
Museums on Clifton Hill
Among the many attractions, Clifton Hill also features fun and unique museums, quite different from the traditional art or history offerings.
Ripley’s Believe It or Not!
Perfect for fans of the strange and unbelievable, this museum includes more than 12 themed rooms and over 500 bizarre artifacts. You’ll see everything from real shrunken heads to screens with mind-bending experiences.
Movieland Wax Museum
Take a stroll through entertainment history and get up close with stars from music, film, and television like Johnny Depp, Ironman, and Indiana Jones.
Don’t miss the Wax Hand Emporium, where you can create a replica of your hand in wax. And for the brave, visit the House of Horrors, one of the scariest haunted chambers around.
Rock Legends Wax Museum
This wax museum pays tribute exclusively to music legends—both classic and modern. Pose next to life-size figures of your favorite rock icons, from The Beatles to Taylor Swift.
Other Must-See Attractions
Nightmares Fear Factory
This terrifying experience has been scaring visitors for over 30 years. Known for its intense scares, it’s one of the most popular haunted attractions in Clifton Hill. Nearly 150,000 people have chosen to quit before finishing the walk-through—do you dare?
Greg Frewin Theatre
Experience a Las Vegas-style magic show from one of the world’s top illusionists, Greg Frewin. This 90-minute show can be paired with dinner for the full experience.
Strike Rock N’ Bowl
A great way to wind down or switch things up, this 14-lane bowling alley turns into a popular nightlife spot. There’s also a high-tech arcade and a food court so the fun never ends.
Shops on Clifton Hill
Without a doubt, Clifton Hill is packed with shops catering to every tourist. While some stores appeal to niche interests, most are full of souvenirs and gifts for families and visitors of all ages.
Don’t miss the Olde Tyme Candy Shoppe, or pop into Fun Factory for quirky gifts and novelties.
Restaurants
It is always important when you travel to find where to eat nearby, because after spending hours having fun hunger does not wait, on Clifton Hill Street in Niagara Falls you will find a variety of restaurants just a step away from several attractions, perfect to enjoy gastronomy and recharge energy for your next trip.
You will find restaurants like:
- Pizzeria Boston.
- Kelsey.
- Wendy’s.
- Tim Hortons.
- Mama Mia’s among others.
We invite you to visit one of the most beautiful places in the world with a Day trip to Niagara Falls, where you will discover more about this natural wonder and enjoy stunning views, don’t miss it.
