Free & Cheap Things to Do in Niagara Falls, NY

  • The list below includes 97 free or cheap things to do in or near Niagara Falls, New York, including 59 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Specialty Museums, Waterfalls and Hiking Trails.
  • From Bridal Veil Falls to Niagara Falls, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Niagara Falls and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Buffalo, North Tonawanda, Lockport and Lewiston.
  • The list below includes 97 free or cheap things to do in or near Niagara Falls, New York, including 59 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Specialty Museums, Waterfalls and Hiking Trails.
  • From Bridal Veil Falls to Niagara Falls, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Niagara Falls and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Buffalo, North Tonawanda, Lockport and Lewiston.
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Inside the Sheraton At the Falls Hotel near Rainforest Cafe, arcade with more than 25 games, such as skee-ball and and Whack N Win
0.8 Miles
22% 133 votes
Visitor Centers Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 MoreLess Info
Niagara Falls Discovery Center features hands-on interactive displays, a multi-screen theater experience and a rock climbing wall with fossils and geological formations. Several miles of hiking trails can be found outside.
1.3 Miles
31% 13 votes
Mini Golf 427 First Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14301 MoreLess Info
Winter can be enjoyed throughout the year at Snow Park Niagara Falls which is located in the downtown area. There is a 50-foot high, five-lane snow tubing hill, snow play area, and terrain park for snowboarding and skiing.
1.5 Miles
99% 166 votes
Walking Tours Old Falls St. and Prospect St., Niagara Falls, NY 14303 MoreLess Info
A different view of this natural wonder can be obtained with the Niagara Falls Walking Tours, with a stand-up comedian as a guide, on a 1.5 mile long trail. There are three types of tours available: Family Fireworks Tour, Private Group Tours, and the NYC Day Trip.
1.8 Miles
94% 47 votes
Specialty Museums 3625 Highland Ave., Niagara Falls, NY 14305 MoreLess Info
Old scientific instruments and other artifacts focused on the history of scientific discover are the main focus of the Niagara Science Museum. The current collection is made of over 2,000 scientific instruments and technologies from the 1700s through the present.
1.5 Miles
82% 310 votes
Bus Tours 24 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 MoreLess Info
A vintage-styled, classic trolley tour, the Niagara Scenic Trolley offers guided tours that offer history, information, and activity ideas as guests see an array of scenic attractions. Guests can get on and off trolleys at will to move between attractions.
1.5 Miles
Niagara Adventure Theater presents a feature film about the history of Niagara Falls. Boasting a 45-foot screen and stadium-style seating, the theater hosts school and tourist groups, and is part of the multi-attraction Discovery Pass package.
1.5 Miles
56% 59 votes
Specialty Museums 303 Prospect Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 MoreLess Info
The Niagara Wax Museum of History is an educational museum that features wax figures of historical personalities associated with Niagara Falls, as well as information about local history. There is a Presidents' portrait hall, as well.
3.0 Miles
72% 18 votes
Art Museum 5795 Lewiston Road, Niagara Falls, NY 14109 MoreLess Info
With a collection of over 5700 works, the Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University features art by a number of well-known artists including Picasso, Dali and Warhol. The museum presents exhibitions with artist talks and workshops included.
3.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Movie Theaters Big Lots Plaza, 2429 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY 14304 MoreLess Info
Featuring a digital projection system, Four Seasons Cinemas shows a variety of second-run films, ranging from comedies to horror, in its auditoriums. The theater offers discounted ticket rates on select days.
2.7 Miles
63% 99 votes
Bus Tours 6929 Niagara Falls Blvd, Niagara Falls, NY MoreLess Info
Offering unique and memorable tours to its guests, Cataract Tours provides a scenic guided tour of Niagara Falls and the surrounding area. During the tours, guests learn about the local history while taking in picturesque views of the falls.
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