Niagara Falls USA Educational Itinerary

A learning adventure awaits in Niagara Falls USA! Experience a variety of interactive activities and educational opportunities for all ages, from American history to science, art, and more.

DAY ONE

Dive into a world of aquatic discovery at the Aquarium of Niagara with behind the scenes tours, sea lion shows, penguin feedings, a jellyfish exhibit, and a brand-new interactive habitat featuring sharks and stingrays.

Check into the Sheraton Niagara Falls, just three blocks from Niagara Falls State Park. For lunch, choose from a variety of scratch-made entrées at Rainforest Café, conveniently located on-site. After, relax at The Reef Beach Club and view the tropical ray and sand shark lagoon.

Visit the Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center. This experiential museum highlights the rich stories of the Underground Railroad in Niagara Falls, and the crucial role played by its location and geography.

Travel to the Niagara Power Vista and learn the fascinating history and operations of hydroelectric power through engaging exhibits and a multi-sensory 4D theatre experience. Don’t miss the incredible views of the Niagara River from the observation deck.

DAY TWO

Begin at Old Fort Niagara, the oldest continuously occupied military site in North America. Tour original 18th century buildings, witness musket and artillery demonstrations, and take part in living history programs.

Transport to the early days of the Erie Canal and learn about this man-made waterway at the Erie Canal Discovery Center. Explore interactive exhibits and watch an immersive 15-minute movie about the building of the canal and the historic “Flight of Five.”

Embark on a scenic narrated cruise with tour outfitter Lockport Locks & Erie Canal Cruises. Soak up the city’s engineering marvel while being raised and lowered 50 feet in Locks 34 & 35, the only double set on the Erie Canal.

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