Is the Clifton Hill Fun Pass Worth It?

Planning a trip to Niagara Falls and wondering if the Clifton Hill Fun Pass is worth it?

In our experience, yes — it’s well worth the cost if you plan to spend time doing some Clifton Hill attractions.

Niagara Falls is known as Canada’s biggest tourist trap, and Clifton Hill is where you’ll find most of the overpriced attractions. Kids love it, but parents feel the budget stress fast. Most attractions are short, and with everything packed onto one street, the costs add up quickly.

Luckily, there are several Niagara Falls attraction passes that can help you save money and set limits on how much you’ll do. But with so many options, how do you know which one to choose?

We’re fortunate to live close enough to visit Niagara Falls often. Over the years, we’ve tried a few of the Niagara Falls attraction passes and combo tickets. We’ve done most of the Clifton Hill attractions included in the Fun Pass more than once, and checked out the two newer attractions on our recent March break trip.

If you’re planning a winter trip and want a full list of what’s open in the off-season, check out my guide on visiting Niagara Falls in the Winter. Or, follow me on Facebook so you don’t miss my summer guide.

In this post, you’ll find a full breakdown of what the Clifton Hill Fun Pass includes, how much you save, and whether it’s worth buying for your trip.

Pros and Cons of the Clifton Hill Fun Pass

Pros

Significant cost savings.
Good variety of activities.
Perfect location (everything is on Clifton Hill).
Convenient for first-time visitors.

Cons

Not every attraction will be a hit for every family.
Big crowds during peak season.
Weather can shut down the outdoor golf course.
Limited flexibility on the specific choices.

What Is the Clifton Hill Fun Pass?

The Clifton Hill Fun Pass is a discounted ticket package that includes admission to six popular Niagara Falls attractions, all located on Clifton Hill.

The pass is valid for one year from the date you buy it. This means you can use it over multiple days or even on different trips.

All the attractions are within a 5-minute walk of each other. This makes it great for families with young children. It’s also perfect for first-time visitors who want to do a few Niagara Falls attractions without having to constantly check their budget.

What’s Included in the Clifton Hill Fun Pass?

Niagara SkyWheel
Movieland Wax Museum
Ghostblasters Dark Ride
Creepy Castle
Choice: Dinosaur Adventure Golf or Wizard’s Golf
Choice: Toy Store 4D or Carnival Chaos

Most of these are indoors, so it’s a great option for a winter visit too.

Clifton Hill Fun Pass Pricing

Is the Clifton Hill Fun Pass worth it?

Here’s the breakdown.

The current price for this Niagara Falls attraction pass is:

Child (12 and under): $25.93 (taxes and fees included)
Adult: $39.49 (taxes and fees included)

If you bought each attraction alone, you would pay:

Child: $42.88 – $46.27
Adult: $70.00 – $75.65

With the Clifton Hill Fun Pass, you save up to $20 on the kids tickets and over $35 on adults.

Where to buy the Clifton Hill Fun Pass

You can buy the pass at any of the eight attractions, or you can buy it online in advance. I recommend purchasing it online here. It saves time, avoids long lines, and lets you budget for it before your trip.

Best Hotels Near Clifton Hill

If you’re still looking for where to stay in Niagara Falls, these are my top recommendations for Clifton Hill hotels.

The Falls Hotel & Inn ($-$$): My favorite budget hotel (read my review to see why), right at the top of Clifton Hill.
Travelodge by Wyndham at the Falls ($-$$): Conveniently located right in the middle of Clifton Hill.
Sheraton Fallsview Hotel ($$-$$$$$): Amazing views of the falls, located at the bottom of Clifton HIll.

Our Experience Using this Niagara Falls Pass

We’ve tried several Niagara Falls attraction passes, and we’ve used the Clifton Hill Fun Pass on two separate trips. Even when we don’t buy the full pass, we usually do at least one of these attractions every visit.

Overall, the Clifton Hill Fun Pass has been worth it for me, especially for visits with the kids.

SkyWheel

What it is: A 175-foot sightseeing Ferris wheel that gives you 360-degree views of the city and the Falls.
How long to plan for: 10-minute ride.
Where it is: Middle of Clifton Hill
Cost:
- Child: $7 + tax
- Adult: $15 + tax

This is the one attraction I skip because I don’t like heights. Since the tickets are valid for a year, I save mine so Brie can ride again on another trip. She loves it. I did go once, and while I won’t do it again, the view really is unbeatable. If heights don’t bother you, this is a must.

Movieland Wax Museum

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MOVIELAND WAX MUSEUM | CLIFTON HILL, NIAGARA FALLS 📌 Save this if you’re planning a Niagara Falls trip with kids Movieland Wax Museum is an easy, indoor stop when you’re walking Clifton Hill. It’s quick, quiet, and works well as a break from the crowds, heat, or cold. 🎟 What it is A walkthrough wax museum with life-size figures of movie characters, celebrities, and pop culture icons. 📍 Where it’s located At the bottom of Clifton Hill, next to the Great Canadian Midway ⏱ How long it takes About 10–30 minutes, depending on how many photos you stop for 💰 Pricing Child: $6.99 + tax Adult: $12.99 + tax —or— included in the Clifton Hill Fun Pass 👨‍👩‍👧 Good to know Great indoor option for winter visits or off-season trips Not a must-do, but worth seeing once 🔗 Link in bio for my full review of the Clifton Hill Fun Pass cliftonhill #movielandwaxmuseum ThingsToDoInNiagaraFalls NiagaraFalls NiagaraFallsCanada ExploreNiagara ontariotravel FamilyTravel TravelGuide TravelTips
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What it is: A small walkthrough museum with wax figures based on famous stars.
Time: 10–30 minutes.
Location: Bottom of Clifton Hill, next to the Great Canadian Midway.
Individual Cost: Child $6.99 / Adult $12.99 (+ tax).
Cost:
- Child: $6.99 + tax
- Adult: $12.99 + tax

I wouldn’t call Movieland a must-do, but it’s worth seeing once. We’ve done it a few times. In winter, it’s a good place to warm up. During the off-season, it’s quiet too, so it works well as a calmer break. That said, it’s quick. On our last winter trip, we went through in under 15 minutes.

Ghostblaster

What it is: An interactive combination shooter and haunted house style ride with animatronics and laser guns.
How long to plan for: 3-minute ride.
Where it is: Inside the Great Canadian Midway
Cost:
- Child: $5.99 + tax
- Adult: $5.99 + tax

We did this on a spring trip when the kids were younger. While it’s like a carnival-style haunted house ride, it’s still very kid-friendly. Both kids loved the shooting aspect, and neither of them were scared.

Creepy Castle

What it is: A 6D shooting game. You sit in theatre-style seats that move with the action, wear 3D glasses, and shoot at characters in the story playing on the screen.
How long to plan for: 5-minute ride.
Where it is: Next to the SkyWheel
Cost:
- Child: $5.99 + tax
- Adult: $9.99 + tax

This is the newest Fun Pass attraction, replacing “Zombie Attack.” It’s in the same location and uses the same seats and laser guns, just with a new interactive video.

We checked it out over March Break to see how it compares. Both my kids enjoyed it, but if your child is younger or scares easily, you might want to skip it. We did the old version years ago when the kids were younger. Zen was nine and found the animation a bit too realistic. She made it through, but said afterward she felt like crying the whole time. Brie was eleven and loved it, so it really depends on your child.

Carnival Chaos

What it is: A 6D ride where you sit in a cart with four side-by-side seats that moves and spins along a track while you use laser guns to fight off creepy clowns.
How long to plan for: 5-minute ride.
Where it is: Next to the SkyWheel
Cost:
- Child: $7.99 + tax
- Adult: $9.99 + tax

This is another newer attraction, so we checked it out on our March Break trip too. Both kids really enjoyed it, but I wasn’t a fan. The storyline was good and the ride itself was fun, but the spins were pretty intense. If you don’t like spinning rides, you may want to skip this one.

Toy Store 4D

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What it is: A 4D motion theater that takes you on a ride through a closed toy store
How long to plan for: 5-minute ride.
Where it is: Inside the Great Canadian Midway
Cost:
- Child: $4.99 + tax
- Adult: $6.99 + tax

Toy Store 4D replaced the old 4D roller coaster. When Brie saw it on our first winter trip this year, she had to try it—and she loved it. I, however, prefer the old version. The new toy store theme is definitely more appealing for kids, but I think the old 4D roller coaster was more fun. Luckily, smaller 4D roller coasters are still in the arcade, which Brie always enjoys.

Wizard’s Golf

What it is: A wizard/fantasy themed indoor, glow-in-the-dark mini golf course.
How long to plan for: 45–60 minutes
Where it is: Near the top of Clifton Hill, beside Ripley’s Believe It or Not
Cost:
- Child: $6.99 + tax
- Adult: $10.99 + tax

We haven’t tried this one yet. Both times we bought the Fun Pass, it was warm out, so the kids wanted to do the dinosaur course instead. That said, the Wizard’s Golf would be great if you need a break from the heat on a summer trip, and during winter it’s the only option.

Dinosaur Mini Golf

What it is: An outdoor dinosaur-themed mini golf with two 18-hole courses, huge dinosaurs, and a giant 50-foot volcano that occasionally “erupts”.
How long to plan for: 45–60 minutes
Where it is: Behind the Niagara SkyWheel
Cost:
- Child: $6.99 + tax
- Adult: $12.99 + tax
Informational note: This attraction closes for the winter.

There are two courses, which is great if you go more than once. The course on the right side is easier, so that’s the one we usually choose. It’s also the one that goes through the volcano, which both kids love. We usually use a round of mini golf as a midday break when the crowd starts to get to Brie.

Great Canadian Midway

There are several arcades in Niagara Falls, but this one is the biggest. Two Fun Pass attractions are inside the Midway, so you’ll likely end up here anyway. If your kids like arcades, it’s the best choice in Niagara Falls.

Looking for other Niagara Falls Attractions?

If you’re looking for more things to do beyond the Fun Pass, here are some other Niagara Falls attractions worth checking out.

Final Verdict: Is the Clifton Hill Fun Pass Worth It?

Yes — if you plan to spend time and money on some Clifton Hill attractions, the Fun Pass is worth it.

It saves you money, the attractions are all close together, and buying a multi attraction pass makes budgeting easier. For families, first-time visitors, and anyone planning to try multiple Clifton Hill attractions, it’s the best Niagara Falls attraction pass options.

If you’re looking for more to do in Niagara Falls in the winter, check out the full guide I wrote after our trip last month. I’ve also have reviews Ripley’s Selfie Studios, and my new favorite budget friendly place to stay, the Falls Hotel & Inn.

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