Family Activities:

Maid of the Mist

Attraction

Maid of the Mist

Niagara Reservation State Park at Prospect Point, Niagara Falls, NY

You’ll need the supplied plastic poncho for this ferry boat excursion deep into the wild waters right beneath the Falls — no matter where you stand on the ships, you’re going to get drenched. But it’s worth it for the amazing views of Niagara Falls the boat allows (and the cool-off you’ll get on a scorching hot summer day). Keep in mind that there are no seats on the boat, so you may need to hold small children for the duration of the half-hour tour.