2 Best Sights in Side Trips from Toronto, Ontario

Clifton Hill

This is undeniably the most crassly commercial district of Niagara Falls, with haunted houses, wax museums, and fast-food chains galore (admittedly, the Burger King here is unique for its gigantic Frankenstein statue). Attractions are typically open as late as 2 am in summer or 11 pm the rest of the year, with admission ranging from about C$10 to C$16. One of the most popular attractions is the 175-foot SkyWheel (C$15) with enclosed, climate-controlled compartments. Next door, Dinosaur Adventure Golf (C$11.99) combines minigolf, ferocious mechanical dinosaurs, and an erupting mini-volcano. The Great Canadian Midway is a 70,000-square-foot entertainment complex with arcade games, a bowling alley, air hockey, and food. Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum is creepily fascinating, while Movieland Wax Museum has such lifelike characters as Harry Potter and Barack and Michelle Obama. Hershey's Chocolate World is 7,000 square feet of truffles, fudge, and the trademark Kisses, marked by a six-story chocolate bar.

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Marineland

A theme park with a marine show, wildlife displays, and rides—as well as a beluga whale habitat with underwater viewing areas—Marineland is 1½ km (1 mile) south of the falls. The daily marine shows include performing killer whales, dolphins, harbor seals, and sea lions. Children can pet and feed deer at the Deer Park. Among the many rides are Dragon Mountain, the world's largest nonstop roller coaster, and tamer fare like Ocean Odyssey for the kids.

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