Niagara: Power Station and Tunnel Under the Falls Tour
ID: GYG419323-760397
Category:
Country: Canada
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Uncover Nicola Tesla’s legacy of water power on this insightful walking journey at Niagara Falls, Canada. Visit Niagara Parks Power Station and the Skylon Tower, and experience the Tailrace Tunnel.
Embark on an interactive historical walking tour to learn how Nikola Tesla used water power on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls. Tour the Skylon Tower and Niagara Parks Power Station and experience the incredible Tailrace Tunnel, diving 180 feet underground in a glass elevator.
Your journey into the history of hydropower begins at the Skylon Tower, where you’ll meet your expert guide and look out over the Niagara Parks Power Station, as well as the International Control Dam. Take a glass elevator to the top, where you’ll have time to enjoy the stunning view.
After descending, walk to the close-by Illumination Tower, where the Falls are lit up in a wondrous light show each night. Head over to Tesla’s memorial statue as you learn about how Niagara Falls was the ultimate decider in the struggle for hydroelectric supremacy.
Stop at the best viewpoint for the Horseshoe Falls and head over to the Power Station, where all of the theory plays out in action. See some of the original machinery that was used in the Station and get the opportunity to try it out for yourself.
Finally, enter a glass elevator and descend 180 feet through the inner workings of the Power Station. Walk the path where the water flowed along the Tailrace Tunnel to a one-of-a-kind view from the base of Niagara Falls.
Highlights
- Enjoy a guided tour of the iconic Skylon Tower and Niagara Parks Power Station
- Descend in a glass elevator through the Power Station to the Tailrace Tunnel
- Learn how Nicola Tesla changed the world with hydroelectric power at the falls
- See the original machinery in the Power Station and test it out for yourself
- View the Horseshoe Falls from three different viewpoints
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows
• All guests must pass through security
• Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, the activity provider will reach out to you prior to your tour
• This group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible/mobility friendly. Those with mobility issues should contact the activity provider after booking so they can help arrange your visit
Meet at the entrance to the Skylon Tower. Your guide will be holding a green “Meet Here” sign next to the Starbucks in the lobby of the main entrance to the Skylon Tower.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
