There is also a fort dating back to the War of 1812 that can be visited, along with a cruise on a restored steamboat. If a round or two of golf is on your agenda, there are 16 golf courses within a 30-minute drive from the park. Hospital, banking and groceries are all available close by. Niagara Falls economical and efficient bus system, the People Mover, will take you to all of the major attractions, completely hassle free. A “must do” on everyone’s list is a ride on the Maid of the Mist. The “Maid” will take you up the Niagara to the very base of the Falls for a spectacular view that you will not soon forget; rain gear is provided. An opportunity to go behind the falls, take a helicopter ride over the Falls, see the famous Botanical gardens, visit the Butterfly Conservatory and to cross high above the Whirlpool in a cable car are just a few of the things that you can do. The Niagara area is also famous for its Wine Region. There are 12 wineries within 20 minutes of the park, with most offering guided tours and wine tasting. The Welland Ship Canal is also close by for an interesting look into the operation of making huge ships “climb the mountain”. Marineland and Game Farm, thoroughbred horse racing, enjoying a fishing trip on Lake Ontario aboard a charter boat and trying your luck at Casino Niagara are also very popular attractions.