Illumination Tower

Niagara at Night is a truly remarkable spectacle — and one of its crown jewels is the dazzling Illumination Tower. Indulge in an extraordinary encounter at the Illumination Tower with our luxury tour! You’ll have the exclusive opportunity to see the mesmerizing light show that illuminates Niagara Falls at night, and observe the colors transform in real time! This encounter is unparalleled to any other, as you take charge of the lights that illuminate the Falls.

At Niagara Falls Private Tours, we take pride in presenting this not-to-be-missed exclusive experience to our customers! The Illumination Tower is not accessible to the general public and can only be visited through group tours. As a privileged partner of the select few tour groups, and the only one offering tours to small groups limited to 7 people, our guests will have a guided visit which will let them spend more time there than other visitors typically would! So what are you waiting for? Book your illuminating tour now to see the mesmerizing illumination of the falls!

Hour Of Operation

5:00 pm -1:00 am January 1st – January 31st
5:30 pm – 1:00 am February 1st – March 11th
7:30 pm – 1:00 am March 12th – March 18th
7:30 pm – 2:00 am March 19th – March 31st
8:00 pm – 2:00 amApril 1st – May 14th 
8:30 pm – 2:00 am May 15th – May 31st 
8:30 pm – 2:00 am June 1st – July 31st
8:00 pm – 2:00 am August 1st – August 15th 
7:30 pm – 2:00 am August 16th – August 31st
7:00 pm – 2:00 am September 1st – September 19th
6:30 pm – 2:00 am September 20th – September 30th 
6:15 pm – 2:00 am October 1st – October 15th
6:45 pm – 2:00 am September 20th – September 30th
6:30 pm – 2:00 am October 1st – October 15th
6:00 pm – 2:00 am October 16th – October 31st
6:00 pm – 1:00 am November 1st – December 31st
6:00 pm – 1:00 am November 1st – December 31st
4:30 pm – 2:00 am December 31st

What to Know

As night falls over Niagara Falls, you’ll be captivated by the awe-inspiring display of multi-colored water and light that adorns the cascading wonder. The Illumination Tower, located next to Queen Victoria Place, houses special lights that, together with those atop Table Rock Centre at the brink of the Horseshoe Falls and across from the American Falls in the Niagara Gorge, come together to produce a breathtaking sight that simply cannot be missed. In addition, the Niagara Falls Illumination Board offers the added spectacle of custom-colored illuminations for brief periods to commemorate significant dates in support of charitable causes. Don’t miss the chance to witness this remarkable display of natural beauty illuminated in all its glory.

How to Get There

The Illumination Tower is situated in the heart of Queen Victoria Park, adjacent to Queen Victoria Place, at 6345 Niagara Parkway in Niagara Falls, Ontario. The most convenient way to reach this breathtaking attraction is by taking a luxury Day & Night Combo Tour that will transport you to various hotspots of Niagara Falls, from the Illumination Tower, and Skylon Tower to Journey Behind the Falls, and Table Rock House Restaurant. You’ll also get to sail aboard an exclusive Hornblower Niagara Cruises boat! Our luxury tours include hassle-free pickup and drop-off services, ensuring that you arrive at your destination comfortably and on time. Our tours also offer free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance with a full refund! Avoid the hassle of navigating through unfamiliar streets or searching for parking, and indulge in a stress-free journey to this unforgettable Illumination Tower experience.

See The Dazzling Falls Illumination With Us!

Highlights

Immerse yourself in a unique and personalized experience at the Illumination Tower during our luxury tour. You’ll have the exclusive opportunity to handpick and switch the colors that light up Niagara Falls at night, and witness the magic unfold in real time! You can select your preferred hues, such as ones that reflect your favorite charity, home country, or sports team, or even experiment with various combinations – the possibilities are endless.

As a cherished memento, you’ll receive an “I Lit Up Niagara Falls” certificate before you depart, which will make for a delightful keepsake. Niagara wine tasting is a tourists’ favorite custom as they marvel at the dizzyingly beautiful lights of the tower. As they sip on an exclusive range of local wines with artisanal appetizers, they get to hear enchanting tales of the origin of the tower and beyond in Niagara Falls. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you won’t want to miss!

History

For nearly a century, The Niagara Falls Illumination Board has financed and overseen the incredible “Illumination of the Falls.” In 2016, following almost two decades after the last major investment in falls lighting, the existing Xenon lights were replaced with state-of-the-art LED lighting technology. These new lights not only provide more than twice the previous lighting levels but also offer programmable lighting and a broader spectrum of colors. Additionally, they fill gaps in the lighting to produce a more uniform and consistent effect, making Niagara Falls even more breathtaking for visitors who come to see the Illumination Tower and Queen Victoria Park Stage from all corners of the globe!

You can tour over Niagara Falls with a helicopter ride from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Although open year-round (weather permitting), the tours are closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays due to weather.
The Airbus H130 with a seating capacity of 7 passengers at a time is the helicopter used for the tour.
The flight duration is 12 minutes, providing an awe-inspiring view of the cascading Niagara Falls.
The helipad for the Niagara Helicopters ride is at 3731 Victoria Avenue in Niagara Falls, Canada. Hotel pickup services are available in downtown Niagara Falls with our helicopter tours!
Each helicopter can seat 8 individuals (7 passengers including the pilot.)
A minimum of two passengers is required for a helicopter ride. However, the helicopter is filled to capacity, provided people are waiting for a helipad ride.
The aerial ride covers 27 kilometers (17 miles) in 9 minutes. However, the entire ride takes about 12 minutes, including boarding and photos.
Our pilots are trained in flight school with a minimum of 100 flying hours and hold a Canadian Commercial Pilots License. Also, all aviators have a minimum of 1500 hours of professional flight experience, with 500 hours of training with a turbine engine.
Seating is arranged for proper weight and balance distribution for passenger safety, considering factors such as fuel weight, passenger weight, and total passenger count. However, seating arrangements can only be confirmed at the time of the flight.
Our helipads are among the safest, meticulously maintained every day by our professional staff and pilots. Our maintenance technicians won the Roland Groome Award for their high standards of helipad protection and maintenance.
The helicopter ride is suitable for people of all ages, including infants as young as one month.
Take-off requires a minimum visibility of 3 miles and a minimum cloud base of 2400 feet, making the flight dependent on weather conditions.
While our helicopter rides are safe for low-risk pregnancies, we recommend checking with your doctor to ensure your and your child’s safety.
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