Parks
19 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- De Veaux Woods State Park1.9 mi from downtown
- Gluck Park0.7 mi from downtown
- Gill Creek Park1 mi from downtown
On a budget
Free things to do in Niagara Falls
5 kinds of free outings in and around Niagara Falls.
Good days out in Niagara Falls don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.
Libraries
Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.
- Niagara Falls Public Library1425 Main Street
- Niagara Falls Public Library - Lasalle Branch8728 Buffalo Avenue
Historic places
30 landmarks on the National Register, many easy to see on a walk.
- Adams Power Plant Transformer HouseBuilt 1895
- Niagara Falls State ParkBuilt 1885
- Niagara Falls Station and Customhouse Interpretive Center
Hiking
Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.
- Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge32 mi east
- Mount Morris Dam and Recreation Area64 mi southeast
- Willow Bay77 mi south
Wildlife viewing
Birding and nature watching on public land.
- Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge32 mi east
- Willow Bay77 mi south
- Almond Lake85 mi southeast
Around town
Get a feel for the city
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Things To Do Niagara Falls, NY
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What are free things to do in Niagara Falls?
Parks, Libraries, Historic places, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.
Are there free events in Niagara Falls this weekend?
Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.
Do I need a library card to use the library?
No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.