Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls (US side) can be seen in a day: the trails of Niagara Falls State Park, the oldest state park in the US, offer the best views of the Horseshoe and American Falls. May-September brings the most photogenic water flow and the mildest weather. Prices are moderate, cheaper than the Canadian side, though the best panoramic views are across the border. Its appeal is simple and direct: over 3,000 tons of water fall every second, a spectacle that has drawn tourists since the 19th century.