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Maid of the Mist

5920 River Rd at Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E 6V6, Canada
905-356-5781
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Ranked #1 of 24 activities in Niagara Falls
Type: Boat Tours
Traveller Description: The Maid of the Mist has been bringing visitors to the very edge of the falls since the mid-nineteenth century. The original Maid of the Mist was a... more »
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London, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

My wife, my 4 year old daughter and I rode The Maid of the Mist May 17th, 2013. I have probably visited Niagara Falls 100 times in my life and never done this before. I saw a lot of those boats and never did it. We had purchased Adventure Passes and save this adventure for last. And I'm glad we... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Havent been on the maid of the mist in 20yrs....and I had a greater appreciation for the experience as an adult. Its only $19.75/adult....and less for children. It is such a fabulous price for what you experience....you wouldnt want to get any closer to the falls than this brings you! lol You hear and feel the roar of the water,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

This is well worth the trip, but take a tip from someone who has now done it 3 times, you will get very wet if any bits of your body is exposed from under your big blue plastic mac. As soon as you have a couple of photos at the beginning tuck camera and your arms inside!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

I did miss Maid of the Mist the last time I was here. I'm from England but for once I can agree with that much overused adjective, in the USA and possibly Canada, that this is "awesome". A truly wonderful experience for young and old alike. Wet and wonderful!!! One for your "bucket list" but make sure it hasn't got... More

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Brampton, Ontario, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

I had always dreamed of sailing, and have a great fondness for all things nautical. Having never been on a boat before, my expectations were pretty high. Needless to say, The Maid of the Mist was a remarkable experience. We stood at the bow of the ship to get a decent view of our surroundings, and I must say it... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

This is a must see. And yes you will get wet. Double poncho is the trick and thongs as your feet get soaked. The sound and water all around you us amazing. The Village is crass and fir the kids. Go up the tower for those special pics and for $12 it's well worth it. Do not miss this. !!!!

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Travelers Rest, SC
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Most of us have seen photos of the boats that approach the falls with a crowd of rain poncho clad tourists. It was a wild and windy day the day we went which may have caused us to get more wet but it was fun anyway. Only takes about 15 minutes to complete this fun trip but it is a... More

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Temecula, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

This did not look like it was something fun to do because the boat looks like it moves slow, which it does, but it grew on me. I went on a warm day & the mist from being at the base of the Niagara Falls was a good idea. My husband took some of the best photos from our trip... More

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Regina, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

We really enjoyed our time on the Maid of the Mist, very worthwhile, quite the experience, you will get a little wet, but it is so worth it; I would go again!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We enjoyed being down on the boat getting up close to experience the mist on your face. You will get wet on this attraction but if your coming to the falls it is a must. Bring a spray jacket as the ponchos they give you would not keep you dry.

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