The Official Guide to a Niagara Falls Honeymoon

Considering a Niagara Falls honeymoon? We don't blame you. It's a miraculous "unofficial" world wonder. Niagara Falls, which runs along the Niagara River, flows into New York and the Canadian border. As a Canadian and US honeymoon destination, it's a beautiful spot for an exploratory road trip honeymoon.

But remember, it's not all about the big attraction; The Niagara Region is home to some of the best wineries in the world, beautiful hiking trails, tourist attractions and unique experiences all year round. While there are a variety of ways to view the falls up close, our Niagara Falls honeymoon guide will help you experience the best the area has to offer. Read on for our expert tips on how to plan the ultimate romantic getaway.

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Niagara Falls Honeymoon Tips in this Article:

• Best Time to Honeymoon in Niagara Falls
• Niagara Falls Honeymoon Planning Tips
• Best Niagara Falls Honeymoon Hotels and Inns
• Niagara Falls Honeymoon Itinerary Ideas
• What to Pack for a Niagara Falls Honeymoon

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Best Time to Honeymoon in Niagara Falls

The best time to visit Niagara Falls is May through October. If you and your spouse tend to enjoy the cold or have a winter wedding scheduled, there's still experiences to be had in the winter, including ways to view the Falls up close while it's partially frozen during the winter time.

Best weather: May to October.
Festival highlights: The Niagara Grape & Wine Festival in September celebrates the region's rich viticulture with wine tastings and parades. The Winter Festival of Lights, from November to January, transforms the area into a magical winter wonderland with stunning light displays.

Niagara Falls Honeymoon Planning Tips

Depending on your departure destination and how you choose to plan your honeymoon in Niagara Falls, the area isn't too difficult to access. If you are heading there from New York City, you can hop on the train upstate. Some East Coast world travelers tend to take Niagara Falls for granted with it being right in their backyard, but it's worth the visit. Seeing this incredible natural wonder could be a spectacular experience that you and your new spouse share together.

Niagara Falls honeymoon packages offer a variety of amenities for different kinds of travelers. If you're looking for spa treatments and other romantic amenities on your honeymoon, TripAdvisor has you covered.

Entry requirements: If you plan on crossing over to Canada, make sure to bring a valid US passport.
Language: English is the primary language spoken on both sides of the falls, but you may hear French and Indigenous languages, too.
Location: Niagara Falls is located on the Niagara River, straddling the border between the state of New York and the Canadian province of Ontario.
Currency: The US Dollar (USD) on the American side and the Canadian Dollar (CAD) on the Canadian side.
Flight time to Destination: From New York City, it's about a 1-hour flight to Buffalo, NY, followed by a short drive to Niagara Falls. From cities like Chicago or Atlanta, the flight is approximately 1.5 to 2 hours to Buffalo.
Getting around: Getting around Niagara Falls is convenient with options like buses, trolleys and car rentals. The Discover Niagara Shuttle offers free rides along the Niagara River, connecting various attractions and points of interest.

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Best Niagara Falls Honeymoon Hotels and Inns

Whether you'd prefer a cozy bed and breakfast or historic inn, Niagara Falls can offer all kinds of honeymoon-worthy accommodations. Many properties will even cater specifically to honeymooners, with romantic packages or amenities like champagne on arrival, couples' massages and private tours.

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The Butler House

Located in the Park Place Historic District adjacent to Niagara Falls State Park, The Butler House is a newly renovated space originally built in 1910. It's just 1 mile away from Niagara Falls, Rainbow Bridge to Canada and many of the local attractions you'd want to see on a honeymoon. This bed and breakfast is adult-only and provides a stellar 2-course breakfast each morning.

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Rainbow House

Rainbow House is a charming, family-run bed and breakfast. The Victorian property is just a 15 minute walk to the falls and close to plenty of restaurants, casinos and wineries. It's a great spot for couples who want to be close to the action on their honeymoon in Niagara Falls.

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Woodbourne Inn

For top-notch honeymoon accommodations on the Canadian side of the falls, book your honeymoon suite at Woodbourne Inn. Located in the heart of Niagara-on-the-Lake, this historic B&B is a 10-minute drive from the region's top attractions. This includes world-class wineries, exceptional dining, live theater, and of course, the area's stunning natural scenery. It's ideally situated for easy access to Niagara Falls, while still offering a peaceful escape from the bustling tourist spots in the city.

For more Niagara stays on the Canadian side, check out Woodbourne's sister properties: South Landing Inn and The Kent.

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Pro tip: Honeymooners in Niagara Falls, USA or Canada may also want to consider staying at a romantic Airbnb or VRBO.

Niagara Falls Honeymoon Itinerary Ideas

There are quite a few creative ways to view the falls, and if it's your first time there, it's highly suggested that you accomplish as many as possible. If you're up for an adventurous honeymoon in Niagara Falls, you can tear through top rapids, take a guided tour, reach out and feel the force behind Bridal Veil Falls and so much more.

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Experience Cave of the Winds

Be prepared to be completely soaked, even with the poncho they hand out, if you go on a Cave of the Winds experience. You'll be able to touch Bridal Veil Falls, a section of Niagara Falls, and experience the strength of the falls. Once guests head down 53 meters to the gorge, there's a very short walk over to the boardwalk through the falls. This can even be done during the winter months (a shortened version).

You can't go up and touch the falls in the winter, of course, but there's a platform where visitors can view the Horseshoe Falls and Bridal Veil Falls partially frozen during the winter.

Go on a Jet Boat Tour

The jet boat tours are an incredible experience if you love a good thrill. It starts slow, bringing riders through the calm waters of the Niagara River, before heading into the whirlpool and working its way up to class five rapids where, at times, the front row is completely underwater. If you choose the front seat, be aware that riders are unable to change seats during the 45 minute tour.

The front can be a little shocking, hitting these rapids at high speeds. Afterwards, guests can change their clothes and grab a quick lunch at the Silo for a hotdog or The Brickyard in Lewiston for BBQ.

Hop on the Maid of the Mist

The Maid of the Mist is a classic option and something that first timers to the area absolutely should do when planning a trip to Niagara Falls. It's a great way to get a better view of the American side of this natural wonder, which can sometimes be difficult to see from the top of the falls. Canada has a better view from the platforms on their side, but from the water, everybody gets a great view.

Hike in Devil's Hole State Park

If you'd like to spend the day doing a challenging hike, Devil's Hole down to the Niagara Gorge is absolutely stunning. Parts of it can be a little bit dangerous, with narrow paths dropping down to the gorge and sizable stone steps leading to the bottom that you'll eventually have to climb back up. Make sure you have plenty of water to get back up and tread carefully. If you can make it down to the whirlpool and relax on a rock, viewing the rapids from a safe distance, it's a romantic spot to take a moment to yourselves.

Explore Niagara-on-the-Lake

Niagara-on-the-Lake is only about 20 minutes from the American border near Niagara Falls, Ontario in Canada. There are a ton of beautiful smaller scale hotels offering unique experiences and spa amenities to guests and newlyweds in the area. Along Queen Street, there is a variety of boutique, locally owned shops, selling everything from hats and accessories to retro candy and cheeses. The area is also surrounded by quality wineries and breweries to check out or take tours of—including the Niagara Wine Trail.

The Oast House is a vibrant red barn that you can't miss, with incredible beers, particularly their seasonal ones like strawberry rhubarb ale in the summer or their concord grape and pumpkin beers in the fall. Right next door is Stratus Winery where they offer elegant wine tastings and sell some award-winning, high end bottles. Be sure to check out Trius Winery for some great photo opportunities behind the scenes, in addition to delicious sparkling roses, reds, and whites to taste.

Pro tip: Add Niagara Falls honeymoon experiences to your gift registry so that loved ones can contribute to your exciting post-wedding journey.

What to Pack for a Niagara Falls Honeymoon

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Depending on the time of year you decide to go, be sure to have a really warm coat, hat, gloves, scarves, and good boots in your honeymoon luggage if you go in the winter time.

If traveling there during the spring, summer, or fall, your packing checklist should include sneakers, athletic clothing, shirts, sweaters and a nice outfit or two for dinners.

Brittany Barber contributed to this article.