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Niagara Falls newyorkbyrail.com STATION SERVICES Niagara Falls, NY (NFL) m e cai L R (Note: not open for all departures) TRAVEL TIMES NYC > Niagara Falls Albany > Niagara Falls Niagara Falls > Toronto HOURS 8.5 5.75 2.75 DAILY DEPARTURES Empire Service and Maple Leaf CONNECTIONS Taxi Service On Call Car Rental offers station pickup: 716-298-1000 Budget: 716-298-4329 VISITOR RESOURCES niagara-usa.com Niagara Sunset Cruises WHAT’S NEW ▼ Niagara Sunset Cruises have launched narrated excursions on the Niagara Belle, a New Orleans-style paddle wheeler. Cruise down lower Niagara River, through Queenston and Niagara on the Lake, to the mouth of Lake Ontario. niagarasunsetcruises.com From NFL Station: 9.6 miles car The Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA have recently undergone a massive renovation and expansion. With more than 200 designer brands, such as Coach, Tommy Hilfiger, Perry Ellis, and Michael Kors, it’s a major shopping destination. fashionoutletsniagara.com From NFL Station: 4.5 miles car; 38 minute bus Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum The Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum in North Tonawanda has opened its newest exhibit, the Kiddieland Testing Park, re-creating 1950s-era rides with cars, fire engines, and helicopters. The museum also offers rides on two vintage carousels. carrouselmuseum.org From NFL Station: 13.5 miles car WHAT�S NEARBY ▼ From April to November, Maid of the Mist offers boat tours of the American and Canadian falls. Feel the mist and hear the roar of 600,000 gallons of water on an unforgettable 30-minute ride. maidofthemist.com From NFL Station: 1.9 miles car; 18 minute bus Atop the Observation Tower in Niagara Falls State Park, enjoy panoramic views of the Niagara Gorge and the American and Canadian falls from 282 feet above. niagarafallsstatepark.com WHAT’S NOT TO MISS ▼ PHOTOS: (NIAGARA BELLE) WHIRLPOOL JET BOAT TOURS; (CARROUSEL) HERSCHELL CARROUSEL FACTORY MUSEUM; (FORT NIAGARA) COURTESY OLD FORT NIAGARA On your next visit to the Niagara region, spend time at the majestic falls, but also make time to check out the shopping, gaming, and culinary scene. Explore local history throughout Lewiston, Lockport, and North Tonawanda. The Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino offers 4,000 slots, 100+ table games, ten restaurants, and a four-diamond hotel experience. Upcoming entertainment includes Jackson Browne and championship boxing. senecaniagaracasino.com From NFL Station: 1.9 miles car; 18 minute bus Youngstown’s Old Fort Niagara has stood at the entrance to the Niagara River since 1726. The site, interpreted through living history programs, explores the stories of Native Americans, French, British and American soldiers. oldfortniagara.org From NFL Station: 13.0 miles car The Niagara Wine Trail USA includes 22 wineries offering tours and tastings. This grape-growing region has a unique micro-climate, producing a diverse selection of wines, meads and ciders. niagarawinetrail.org Mileage varies by location Old Fort Niagara From NFL Station: 2.1 miles car; 19 minute bus The seasonal Cave of the Winds tour brings you to the Hurricane Deck, mere feet from the thundering waters of Bridal Veil Falls. niagarafallsstatepark.com From NFL Station: 2.7 miles car; 26 minute bus Amtrak.com New York By Rail | 81