If you're planning a visit to Niagara Falls, here is some helpful information to ensure your stay is comfortable and spiritually fulfilling:
Visitor Center :
We are actively seeking a permanent building for our new Chabad Visitor Center, which will house a shul, mikvah, classrooms, library, dining area, event hall, and more (join our Building Campaign here).
In the meantime, our Mitzvah Tank - Mobile Jewish Center is serving the community and visitors, primarily located in the downtown tourist area / Niagara Falls State Park. Stop by to put on Tefillin, daven, pick up a Shabbat candle kit, or enjoy light kosher refreshments.
Buffalo (about 20 minutes away) has a warm and welcoming Jewish community. You can join daily minyanim at local Shuls. It's always a good idea to call ahead and confirm times, especially for Shabbat and holidays.
Mikvah:
For those seeking a mikvah, the community provides facilities for both men and women.
Kosher Food:
While kosher options might be limited compared to larger cities, there are still places where you can find kosher food. Some local grocery chain stores (such as Wegmens and Tops Friendly Markets) typically carry limited kosher products in their kosher aisle. A Kosher Deli with a wide selection of Kosher food, snacks, fridge, frozen and baked items is located in one of the Tops Friendly Markets. Kosher catering services is available at Buffalo Kosher Gourmet.
Buffalo/Niagara offers a range of attractions, from the stunning Niagara Falls to cultural museums and parks. Whether you're interested in nature, history, or art, there's something for everyone to enjoy. See the bottom of this page for available coupons.
Special Blessing When Seeing Niagara Falls:
A special brachah is recited when seeing natural wonders such as Niagara Falls:
Blessed are You, Lord our G‑d, King of the universe, who re-enacts the works of creation.
Blessed are You, Lord our G‑d, King of the universe, who remembers the covenant, is faithful to His covenant, and keeps His promise.
During the month on Nissan (check the calendar here), if you see a blossoming fruit trees (even if not edible), recite this blessing:
Blessed are You, Lord our G‑d, King of the universe, who has made nothing lacking in His world, and created in it goodly creatures and goodly trees to give mankind pleasure.
Don't forget to bring your passport (or other acceptable legal documents, check here for more details on that) if you intend to cross the border into Canada.
Be sure to check out the Chabad Center on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls as well.
Buffalo Rebbe Ohel:
If you are looking to visit the Ohel of the Buffalo Rebbe Rav Eliyahu Yosef Rabinowitz zt"l (1856–1910), it's a meaningful place for prayer and reflection. Read more about the Buffalo Rebbe here. The address is 645 Pine Ridge Heritage Blvd, Buffalo, NY 14225.
Buffalo Hidden Gems Tours:
Discover Buffalo’s rich Jewish history. Explore historic shuls, cemeteries, and stories.
Clik here for more details or call 347-926-8784. Mention Chabad Niagara Falls USA to receive a discount for large groups.
Feel free to reach out for more specific information or assistance. Wishing you a safe and enriching visit!
Come visit our beautiful Sukkah at Niagara Falls State Park. Opened Chol Hamoed days. Arba Minim and Mincha by the Sukkah. Click here for more info
Check out our gigantic Menorah at Niagara Falls State Park and around the city on display during Chanukah. Contact us for public lighting event details and other holiday programs. Click here for more info.
*Coupon codes
Fallsview Hot Air Balloon Ride
Use code CHABAD25 to receive $10 OFF your ticket at the new Fallsview Balloon Ride, you can use the code when making reservation online or verbally at the ticket window. Call them at 716-513-0001
454 Main Street, Niagara Falls, New York, USA
Hotels
For the Sheraton Niagara Falls use promo code QHB to receive 20% OFF your reservation online. When making reservations over the phone or at the front desk mention the code, or that you are a guest of CHABAD NIAGARA FALLS USA to get the 20% OFF.
Sheraton Niagara Falls - 716-278-2695
300 3rd Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14303 USA
For the Wyndham Garden Niagara Falls use promo code 1000100300 to receive 20% OFF. When making reservations over the phone or at the front desk mention the promo code, or that you are a guest of CHABAD NIAGARA FALLS USA to get the 20% OFF.
Wyndham Garden Niagara Falls - 716-284-8801
443 Main St, Niagara Falls, NY 14301