The Honeymoon Capital of the World, this city of nearly 81,000 people is defined by the stunning and world famous waterfalls. Its two bridges are the busiest border crossings between Canada and the United States. Tourism remains the leading economic sector in the city, with annual visitors estimated at 14 million. The city's economy is also driven by manufacturing in automotive, food & beverage, chemical, abrasive and steel fabrication. Environmental, engineering, warehousing and distribution centres are also emerging sectors in the economy.

Attractions are linked to numerous activities around the Falls and many are administered by the Niagara Parks Commission, a self-funded provincial agency. They include seasonal boat tours on the legendary Maid of the Mist fleet, Whirlpool Aerial Car, Journey Behind the Falls, the Great Gorge Adventure, which takes visitors along the banks of the churning Niagara River rapids, world class golf courses and an $11.5 million Butterfly Conservatory that was opened in 1996. This beautiful 11,000 sq. ft. facility boasts 2,000 butterflies of many exotic varieties. Niagara also offers Clifton Hill's World Famous Street of Fun by the Falls giving you direct access to many great attractions like the Niagara Skywheel. This popular attraction rises 175 feet above the falls, and provides amazing views year round.

Other notable privately owned attractions in Niagara Falls include; Marineland, Niagara Helicopters, Great Wolf Lodge and Waterpark, Bird Kingdom, Skylon Tower, Movieland Wax Museum and numerous other family fun attractions.

The famous Winter Festival of Lights in Queen Victoria Park is a premier Christmas season light festival, running from mid-November to mid-January, with fireworks and live concerts offered at no charge. A Festival of Lights is held simultaneously in the City of Niagara Falls, New York. The Falls are made up of three distinct waterfalls, the American, the Horseshoe and Bridal Veil Falls. Nightly illumination by coloured spotlights creates an incredible spectacle.

Perched on a cliff Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort overlooks the world famous Niagara Falls, is one of the most remarkable resorts in the entire world! With over 3,000 slot machines and 150 gaming tables spread over 200,000 square feet, this is among the largest and most impressive casinos in North America. Fallsview also offers an endless selection of food, shops and blockbuster entertainment.

Niagara Falls Web Resources:

http://www.niagarafalls.ca