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Maid of the Mist Steamboat

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 57 attractions in Niagara Falls
Traveler 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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Attraction type: Ship, Group tour/boat, Ferry, Government building
Address: 5920 River Rd at Clifton Hill Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E 6V6
Canada
Tel: 905-356-5781
Fax: 905-358-8527

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Reviews of Maid of the Mist Steamboat

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4 of 5 stars
abu dhabi, united arab emirates
Jul 28, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

We just finished our maid of the mist, for which we waited until the last day to do, the "best for last"! It was great. Although we had an adventure pass we had to stay in line to get our tickets and get to the boat just like everyone else. We got as close to the falls as you can... more

5 of 5 stars
West Sayville, New York
Jul 25, 2008
5/5 found this review helpful

If you only have time for one attraction at Niagara Falls, make it this one. This is one of the highlights of our trip - something we will always remember. We arrived at the Maid of the Mist landing around 10am on a Monday in July. The line at that time was not too long. From the time we got... more

5 of 5 stars
Bridgewater, New Jersey
Jul 19, 2008
4/4 found this review helpful

Considering how many people make this voyage each hour, it's amazing how efficiently they process the passengers on the boats. Our look at the base of the thundering Horseshoe Falls was nice and lingering, not rushed and prefunctory. The passengers cheered with each passing wave of mist enveloping the boat! You do get wet, even with the poncho they provide.... more

5 of 5 stars
Dayton, OH
Jul 11, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

The maid of the mist was great. There was little to no line. You wait for elevator and to load on the boat. It was very fast considering we went in July. Be prepared to get wet. They give you the blue ponchos but if you don't have it tied tight you will get wet. But what do you expect... more

5 of 5 stars
Clifton, NJ
Jul 10, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

Just wait till you get into the falls and look up.......the sight will take your breath away. Great for everyone, even the kids will love the water splashing on them. more

5 of 5 stars
Basking Ridge, NJ
Jul 9, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

Best attraction at the Falls! Roiling waters, thunderous roars, wind and water in one's face all with a fantastic perspective. Not to be missed! more

5 of 5 stars
Connecticut, USA
Jul 9, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

This was awesome. An absolute Niagra staple that must be done by all. It is famous for a reason people, and i would still be kicking myself if I had missed it. more

Jul 6, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Both my husband and I were expecting that this short boat trip would be a nice thing to do in Niagara Falls. This was an understatement. Being in such close proximity to the Falls was breathtaking. The boat gets close enough to the American Falls to feel a bit of mist, but when it reaches the Canadian Falls it's a... more

4 of 5 stars
newfoundland
Jul 1, 2008

The best way to experience the Falls! You do get a little wet, but thats the fun of it! There was no line up when we went. I believe you have to do this to appreciate the power and the size of the Falls. Yes you do fell the mist and the sound of the falls from above, but nothing... more

5 of 5 stars
Warren, Massachusetts
Jun 27, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Without a doubt, the Maid of the Mist Steamboat ride has been and still is the most exciting tourist attraction at Niagara Falls since the mid-nineteenth century. The folks in charge run the venture like clockwork channeling passengers down ramps to the water's edge where they don blue raincoats and board the boats. It all goes pretty quickly and the... more

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Maid of the Mist Steamboat: Management Resources

Maid of the Mist Steamboat Address

5920 River Rd at Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E 6V6, Canada
Tel: 905-356-5781 Fax: 905-358-8527