Niagara Parks Power Station

Niagara Parks Power Station

The historic Canadian Niagara Power Generating Station is a decommissioned power station on the Niagara Parkway that has been transformed into an exciting immersive attraction worth exploring.

Repurposed artifacts, interactive exhibits and intriguing installations offer a firsthand look at how this hydropower pioneer harnessed the power of water to generate electricity.

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How to get to Niagara Parks Power Station

Location: 7005 Niagara River Parkway, Niagara Falls

By car: Take the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) and head towards the Canadian Horseshoe Falls via Niagara River Parkway. Daily parking pass are available for unlimited parking at lots around Niagara Falls.

By transit:  GO Transit offers train and bus service to Niagara Falls. Coach buses, such as Megabus offer bus service to Niagara Falls Transit Terminal, which is located across the street from Niagara Falls Go Station. From this area, take the WEGO Green line to Niagara Parks Power Station.

Know before you go

Niagara Parks Power Station tickets can be purchased in person or online.

The tunnel experience at the Niagara Parks Power Station is included with regular admission to the station.

The Niagara Parks Power Station is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. View the Power Station at Night experience every day from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.

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Things to do at Niagara Parks Power Station

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Experience the main generator hall

Walk through a life-size penstock, marvel at detailed models of the power station and interact with multimedia to test your hydropower knowledge.

Explore the underground tunnel

Descend 55 meters below the surface in an elevator, then walk along the tunnel at Niagara Parks Power Station. This 670 meter-long tunnel leads to an observation platform with panoramic views of the Horseshoe and American Falls.

Power Station at night

Discover a new perspective of Niagara Falls Power Station and the lights and sounds of the legendary Falls at night.

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Interesting Facts about Niagara Parks Power Station

Completed in 1905, the Canadian Niagara Power (CNP) was the first large scale power plant on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls to harness the power of the Niagara River and produce hydroelectricity. 

Besides being an industrial marvel at the time, the facility turned heads for its imposing architecture and beautifully landscaped grounds. CNP was also considered an engineering pioneer for the ingenious tunnel system redirecting water from the forebay through turbines into the lower Niagara River, at the base of the Horseshoe Falls. 

CNP remained operational until 2006, and in 2009 the Niagara Parks Commission acquired ownership of the property. 

Accessibility Features

Accessible drop-off location

Passenger drop-off is available by an  accessible entrance. 

Accessible entrances/exits

A sufficiently wide, hard surfaced,  unobstructed path, no steps or equipped  with ramp connecting to a public  entrance or exit and identified by signage.  Automatic door openers, adequate  manoeuvring room in front of door.

Accessible parking

At least one identified, reserved parking  space with a safe, clearly marked  accessible route from the designated  parking area to an accessible building  entrance.

Accessible restaurant

Accessible entrance; adequate  manoeuvring room; accessible washroom  nearby. Tables with removable chairs and  adequate knee clearance.  Cafeteria/buffet counters reachable for  mobility device users. 

Accessible seating

Reserved space with a clear view of the  event/activity for someone who is seated,  good sound quality, and adequate  manoeuvring room for a mobility device.

Accessible transportation

Accessible public transportation and/or  accessible shuttle buses serve the site. 

Accessible washroom

An accessible washroom stall has  adequate manoeuvring room for mobility  devices. Includes grab bars, transfer  space, accessible door latch, sink with  knee clearance, and lever handles or  automatic sensor faucets. 

Easy access electrical outlets

At least one electrical outlet within easy  reach has clear floor space in front for  charging an electric mobility device.

Elevator access

Elevator access to all public floors with  adequate manoeuvring room to enter  and exit the elevator.

Information available in alternative format

Accessible formats (e.g. for menus,  brochures, etc) and communication  supports are provided in a timely manner  upon request at no extra charge in  consultation with the person making the  request.

Service animals welcome

Service animal can be identified by visual  indicators (guide dog or other animal  wearing a vest/harness); or  documentation available from a  regulated health professional to confirm  the animal is required due to a disability. 

Support persons welcome

Support persons are welcome to provide  services or assistance with  communication, mobility, personal care,  medical needs or access to facilities.  Please check with the organization about  entry fees, if applicable.

Universal washroom

Separate, individual washroom with  adequate manoeuvring room for mobility  devices. Includes grab bars, transfer  space, accessible door latch, accessible  sink with knee clearance, easy-to-use  faucets and adult change table. 

Wheelchair accessible

Unobstructed path through public  hallways that are wide enough to allow  people using wheelchairs and other  mobility devices to move easily through  the building. 

Wheelchair and/or mobility devices available

Wheelchairs and/or mobility devices are  available, free of charge, or for rent. 

Last updated: October 11, 2024

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