It is not necessary to have an automobile in Niagara Falls, Ontario as the public transportation system is excellent. 

The streets in the city are congested in the summer and parking is sometimes difficult to find. However, a car is a necessity if one wishes to travel outside the city into the surrounding area. The best solution is to park the car upon arrival and use public transportation thereafter except when traveling outside the area. 

The area around Niagara Falls and Clifton Hill is so concentrated you can easily do it all on foot or bicycle and this is the recommended way to go. You can take in the Falls from any number of vantage points for free. 

Buses: 

Bus service within the city is excellent. Niagara Transit buses have regular routes through all sections of the city. Exact change is required. Telephone (905) 356-1179. 

People Movers: 

These special buses allow travel all day along the 30 kilometer (19 mile) loop containing the Falls related attractions for one low fee (approx. $5 adults; $2.50 children; 5 and under free). 

The People Movers stop continuously at various Niagara Park Commission attractions along the way. The People Mover system has alleviated a chronic traffic congestion problem in the Park. It operates from mid May to mid October. 

All day parking at the People Mover terminal is available for $13. Parkers receive a free all day People Mover pass for each occupant of the vehicle. (905) 357-9340 

Railway: 

The main Canadian rail system, Via Rail, provides service to all parts of Canada as well as to Buffalo, NY and Windsor (opposite Detroit, Michigan). The station is on Bridge Street. (905) 357-1644. 

Automobile: 

Studded tires are illegal in Canada as are heavily tinted side windows or windshields. An insurance card extending your policy coverage for driving in Canada can be obtained from your US insurance agent at no charge. It is imperative to carry this with you in Canada. 

Taxis: 

Niagara Falls taxis operate on meters. There is an extra charge for additional passengers and for luggage. The standard tip is 10%. Shuttles: All of the major hotels provide a shuttle service (free or for about $2 Canadian) to Casino Niagara which is located within a block of the Falls. Shuttles run every 30 minutes all day and into the night.