5 days in Niagara Falls & New York City Itinerary

The city of Niagara Falls houses the U.S. half of the famous waterfall that straddles the border between Canada and the United States.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Sat): try to win big at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino, take in panoramic vistas at Niagara Falls Observation Tower, explore the fascinating underground world of Cave of the Winds, then admire the sheer force of Bridal Veil Falls, and finally make a trip to Third Street Art Alley.

For more things to do, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, use the Niagara Falls trip planning site.

Chicago to Niagara Falls is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Chicago to Niagara Falls due to the time zone difference. In May, daily temperatures in Niagara Falls can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Sat) to allow time to fly to New York City.

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.

New York City is known for sightseeing, museums, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: go for a walk through Central Park, get to know the fascinating history of Central Park's Literary Walk, take a stroll through Times Square, and steep yourself in history at 9/11 Memorial.

To find more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the New York City holiday planning website.

Fly from Niagara Falls to New York City in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Niagara Falls in May, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in New York City, with lows of 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) early enough to fly back home.