May 8th 2011 is Mothers Day! Why not take your mother to Niagara Falls for the day! Below we have come up with a few ideas of free and low cost things to do that will surely impress your mother! We have also included a few other ideas that you might be interested in to make the day special!
Free Events During the Mothers Day Weekend!
No matter what time of the year you are traveling, getting free stuff is always a great thing! There are many popular attractions and several events throughout Niagara that are free to take part in.
The Falls: The thing that made Niagara Falls the place to see is, of course, the Falls themselves. Niagara Falls on the Canadian side has kilometers of paved sidewalks running along the Niagara River giving visitors spectacular views the whole way along. You can even get within a few feet from the brink of the Horseshoe Falls at the Table Rock Welcome Center .
Annual Spring Show at Floral Showhouse: Discover paradise at the Floral Showhouse during this Easter Long weekend. Located just ½ a mile from the Horseshoe Falls, on some of the most beautiful gardens maintained by the Niagara Parks, the Flower Showhouse Spring Show displays include Collections of orchids, succulents and other tropical plant species.
Location: 7145 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls Times: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily More Info: Paid parking is available.
Have a Picnic in Victoria Park
A home-made, hand-packed picnic may be just the mini vacation your mom's been looking for! Without allowing her to do any of the work, pack a picnic basket with a blanket and head out for a relaxing afternoon in the park. You're just minutes away from the Falls and its a great place to bring the kids along. Don't forget the frisbee and camera!
You can get your mother a cute, flirty apron for 40% off! A great gift for under $20! Just use coupon code "Marilyn40" at the checkout!
More Things To Do In Niagara Falls On Mother's Day!
Take Your Mother For Brunch In Niagara Falls.
Coras Niagara Falls - A wide variety of fresh fruit entrees! Niagara Square 7555 Montrose Road, Niagara Falls Ontario L2H 2E9 (905)358-1555 Monday to Saturday: 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 pm Sunday: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 pm
IHOP Restaurant In Niagara Falls-2 Locations Inside the Four Points Hotel Across from the Fallsview Casino 6455 Fallsview Boulevard, Niagara Falls 905-357-4440 Inside the Ramada Hotel 6045 Stanley Avenue 905-374-1467
Summit Suite Buffet In The Skylon Tower - Enjoy brunch in the revolving dining room! 5200 Robinson Street Ontario L2G 2A2 (905)356-2651 Lunch 11:30am to 3:00pm Early Dinner 5:00 and 5:30pm Dinner from 5:00 Year-round:Sunday Brunch 10:30 to 3:00pm Admission to the Ride-to-the-Top and Indoor/Outdoor Observation Decks Niagara Falls attraction is always FREE when dining.
Horse & Carriage Rides In Niagara Falls Why not take your mother on a horse drawn carriage ride in Niagara Falls! Enjoy the sights of Niagara Parks from the comfort of a horse-drawn carriage. Two relaxing tours are available: meandering through the 99-acre Botanical Gardens, or beside the Falls through Queen Victoria Park.
The Queen Victoria Park/Falls tour is available year-round, weather depending, and departs from beside the Queen Victoria Place Gift Shop.
The Botanical Gardens tours run through the summer and depart from the south-west side of the Butterfly Conservatory.It is not necessary to make reservations. Tickets are available at the Queen Victoria Place Gift Shop or the Butterfly Conservatory Gift Shop.
Rates & Schedule (Shown in Canadian funds before taxes).
Queen Victoria Park: per carriage rates - each carriage carries up to 6 people.
•15 minute tour $45.00 •45 minute tour $107.00 •80 minute tour (from the Falls to Dufferin Island Conservation Area) $170.00 Year-round, weather permitting. Tours begin daily at 10:00 a.m.
This attraction is a great way to have a memorable afternoon or evening in the Falls with your mother. Don't forget your camera to capture the landmark and beautiful scenery!
Free Admission For Your Mother to the Niagara Falls History Museum With the Purchase of one Regular Admission
5049 Victoria Avenue Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E 4E2 Phone: 905-358-5082 Fax: 905-358-0920
Date: Sunday, May 8, 2011 When:Seatings at 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:30pm Where: Legends Estates Winery 4888 Ontario Street North Beamsville Ontario (About 40 minutes from Niagara Falls)
Treat that special Mom in your life to a mouth-watering brunch buffet in our Polonaise Room.
Cap the day with a leisurely stroll down to our lakefront as springtime blooms around you.
Cost of Event: $29.95 Adults; $14.95 Children (12 and under)
Pricing is subject to tax & gratuityContact Information: For reservations please call 905-563-6500 or email events@legendsestates.com
Get her the perfect "flirty" apron.
You can get your mother a cute, flirty apron for under $20! Just use coupon code "Marilyn40" at the checkout to get 40% off!
More Things To Do In The Month Of May!
On top of the above mentioned Mother's Day ideas, there are still many other things to do in Niagara Falls throughout the month of May.
Niagara SkyWheel Located on Clifton Hill, the Niagara Sky Wheel is hard to miss at over 175 feet (53 meters) tall! Find out more on our Niagara SkyWheel page.
Butterfly Conservatory Surround yourself with butterflies from around the world. Check out more details on our Butterfly Conservatory page.
Niagara Helicopters View the City and the waterfalls from high above in a Niagara Helicopter tour. Find out more on our Niagara Helicopter Tours page.
Indoor Skydiving Niagara Falls is home to the Niagara Free Fall Center, one of only a handfull of Skydiving simulators open to the public, it is a great place to get the feel of what it's like to jump out of an airplane without actually having to do so!Check out our page on the Niagara Freefall Center.
Maid Of The Mist The Maid of the Mist is the perfect choice if your looking to get up close and personal with one of the largest waterfalls in the world! Check out our page on the Maid of The Mist Attraction!
Get your mother a flirty but functional apron for 40% off! Just use coupon code "Marilyn40" at the checkout to take advantage of this limited time offer!
Accommodations in Niagara Falls
Plan to stay overnight in Niagara Falls? Below you can find some great hotel deals!
If hotels aren't your thing, Niagara Falls offers motels, B&Bs, camping and RV parks and vacation rentals to meet your families travel needs. Check out our Accommodations Page for more places to stay.
Gas Prices If you are traveling to the Falls by car you may be interested to find the current fuel prices in and around the city.
The Falls: The thing that made Niagara Falls the place to see is, of course, the Falls themselves. Niagara Falls on the Canadian side has kilometers of paved sidewalks running along the Niagara River giving visitors spectacular views the whole way along. You can even get within a few feet from the brink of the Horseshoe Falls at the 
Annual Spring Show at Floral Showhouse: Discover paradise at the Floral Showhouse during this Easter Long weekend. Located just ½ a mile from the Horseshoe Falls, on some of the most beautiful gardens maintained by the Niagara Parks, the Flower Showhouse Spring Show displays include Collections of orchids, succulents and other tropical plant species.
Have a Picnic in Victoria Park
Coras Niagara Falls - A wide variety of fresh fruit entrees!
IHOP Restaurant In Niagara Falls-2 Locations
Summit Suite Buffet In The Skylon Tower - Enjoy brunch in the revolving dining room!
Horse & Carriage Rides In Niagara Falls
Niagara SkyWheel
Butterfly Conservatory
Niagara Helicopters 
