Many travelers visit Niagara for a boat trip to see Niagara Falls, but with this tour, you can experience a different side of the city. Descend underground in a glass-paneled elevator to explore what’s beneath the falls. See the Skylon Tower, the Illumination Tower, the Daredevil Exhibit, and the Niagara Parks Power Station, while hearing stories of Nikola Tesla, power stations, and the wonders of hydropower.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Learn the stories of hydropower and innovation linked to Niagara Falls
Begin your walking tour by meeting your expert guide at Skylon Tower. Along with the incredible views (and photo opportunities) you’ll be shown the Niagara Generating Stations supplying power to one-quarter of New York state along with the International Control Dam where water is diverted for use in the Station.
Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
Horseshoe Falls
Many travelers visit Niagara for a boat trip to see Niagara Falls, but with this tour, you can experience a different side of the city. Descend underground in a glass-paneled elevator to explore what’s beneath the falls. See the Skylon Tower, the Illumination Tower, the Daredevil Exhibit, and the Niagara Parks Power Station, while hearing stories of Nikola Tesla, power stations, and the wonders of hydropower.
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Before exiting Skylon Tower, you'll check out the new Daredevil Exhibit (opened in 2025) to learn about these brave characters and see the real barrels they used to confront the Falls.
Local English-speaking guide
Gratuities
Avoid long ticket lines: Admission is included along the way
Illumination Tower
This tour is in English.
The Illumination Tower is located near the base of the Niagara River. Here, every evening at dusk, Niagara Falls is transformed into a multi-colored water and light masterpiece. Learn how the light show works as well as the famous figures who have walked this path before including British Royalty.
A guide leads the tour so you don’t get lost
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
Visit the Nikola Tesla Statue and hear tales of his inventions
Learn more about one of the most underappreciated inventors whose impact on the world cannot be underestimated. As you uncover his legacy, you’ll hear about his inventions that harnessed the power of water to produce hydroelectricity, how he sparked the ‘War of the Currents’ with Edison, and his oftentimes eccentric behavior.
Table Rock
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
Step on the boardwalk to look out over Horseshoe Falls, one of three waterfalls that makes up Niagara Falls. You’ll have time to breathe in the magnetic beauty, see the whirlpool beneath and truly appreciate why Tesla and others were so inspired to harness the raw power of nature on display here.
Pre-reserved Skylon Tower tickets with Glass Elevator access
Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
Tailrace Tunnel Experience & audio guide
The first major power plant on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls, the Niagara Parks Power Station was completed in 1905 to produce hydroelectricity by using the power of the Niagara River. Today, crossing the threshold into this imposing structure is much like stepping back in time. With original machinery still housed within, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in hands-on training exercises. See the thrust deck, brake deck and turbo deck as you hear about their use and the future of hydroelectricity going forward. At this point, your guide will say goodbye and hand out audio guides so you can explore the Power Station and Tailrace Tunnel at your own pace.
Please note: this tour is located in Canada, any guest arriving from the US will need a passport to enter Canada.
What you see from the top of the power station is just the tip of the iceberg. You’ll descend 180 feet through the inner workings of the power station, then walk the path the water flowed through the Tailrace Tunnel to a one-of-a-kind view from the base of Niagara Falls.
Glass Elevator at the Tailrace Tunnel
Pre-reserved Niagara Power Station tickets
Daredevil Exhibit tickets
Nikola Tesla Statue
Val was an excellent guide that used her knowledge of historical facts about the Falls and the Power station. It was enjoyable as she gave her personal touches having grown up near. My son and I were on the last stop of a summer vacation, heading back to Ohio, and this was worth the cost and and time. Val took the time to answer his and everyone else’s questions. Fantastic experience!
Jane was an absolutely fantastic tour guide!!! As a Canadian, she had so much knowledge and was willing to share it with the group, which made the tour very enjoyable!!
Jane did a great job with the tour! We loved her positive energy and her knowledge of the area and history was remarkable! She provided tips on local area restaurants and other attractions and tours. Great experience and would do again! Recommend Jane!
Jane fanatic very knowledgeable
Views and knowledge of guide- Jane is a local who knew a ton about the area and the history of Niagara Falls
A fantastic walking tour. So informative. Our guide Kevin V did a super job. You can tell he likes doing the tour.
This package came with a ride to the top of Skylon Tower! Normally I am afraid of heights but I stood at the back of the elevator and the ride to the top was lovely as was walking around the top of the skylon. We could see quite a bit even though there was some fog it moved quickly allowing us to see the view below. Linda is an amazing guide! She was talkative, fun, funny, knowledgeable and all around one of the best tour guides we have ever known! She grew up here and shared her joy of this great city on the falls! We got to see the barrels and hear her stories of those who went over the falls in the barrels, etc. Linda’s knowledge of the individuals made us feel like we knew them. Then she walked us to the tour of Niagra Underground Power Station & Tunnel Tour. While walking she had great restaurant recommendations. The best recommendation she made was to take time to drive to the nearby city called Lake on the Niagara! Many Hallmark movies have been filmed here as well as many other big name films. The city is so very beautiful and charming. Linda recommended Irish Harp Pub. We also enjoyed a delicious breakfast at the Stagecoach. Great city to pick up any and all souvenirs you will want to bring back home. Thank you Linda for making our visit to Niagara Falls in Canada memorable! Aaron, Annette & Bill of Colorado, USA
Linda was our tour guide and was wonderful!! She had so much knowledge and told personal stories about growing up here in Niagara Falls. Definitely recommend her as a guide
Love Tim K! Wealth of knowledge
Fun and insightful tour. Enjoyed it very much
180 min
Niagara Falls, Canada
4.7 / 5 (315)