There is no need to wait for those May flowers that are coming after these April Showers. Niagara is a four-season destination, and that includes the rainy days. Rain or shine, there is a lot of beauty to withhold in Niagara Falls. Follow this rainy-day guide to make the best of a seemingly gloomy day in Niagara Falls.
Maybe the most obvious choice for a wet, Spring Day is the Niagara City Cruises boat tour. Set sail already knowing you will be showered in mist from the thundering waters. Even on the sunniest days, guests are welcomed with a poncho to keep them dry, so what is a bit of rain on top of the mist? Enjoy the twenty-minute voyage with stunning views of the Niagara Gorge, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls, and come face-to-face with the famous Canadian Horseshoe Falls.
Similarly, the Journey Behind the Falls also attires its guests in ponchos to prepare for the mist that showers over the two observation decks. But the observation decks are only half of the fun of the Journey Behind the Falls. Venture - you guessed it - behind the Falls down a tunnel where you remain dry but can hear the power of the water above. You can also get a view of the water crashing down in front of you through two portals cut straight through the rock.
On the gloomiest of rainy days, take a visit to Niagara’s own tropical escape, the Bird Kingdom. Filled with tropical plants, greenery and flowers, the Niagara Bird Kingdom is the world’s largest free-flying indoor aviary. Follow the pathways and get ready to explore the habitats of birds from around the world. You will quickly forget about the rain outside when you are indoors, surrounded by the sounds of the rainforest.
Another place where it is always a perfect Spring Day is the Butterfly Conservatory. Filled with lush greens, tropical plants and unique water features, the Butterfly Conservatory is home to over two thousand butterflies floating freely throughout the rainforest setting. Explore the winding paths along your self-guided tour as a rainbow of butterflies flutter all around.
If you want to stay dry but still be able to enjoy the beauty of the Falls, book yourself a Fallsview suite. Standing forty-two stories above Niagara Falls, the Embassy Suites by Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview offers rooms with stunning views as well as views from the Keg Steakhouse + Bar on the ninth floor. The Fallsview Tower Hotel also offers amazing Fallsview rooms and dining with a view at the Sky Fallsview Steakhouse. You can also enjoy your breakfast with a view at the IHOP Fallsview.
Do not let the rain keep you away. The rainiest days in Niagara still have a lot of beauty and awe to offer. Plus, the best chance of catching a view of a stunning rainbow over Niagara Falls is after a storm.