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Underground Railroad Tour: Niagara's Hidden History
4.6
31 Ratings
Niagara Falls
Explore Niagara Falls’ Underground Railroad history with a 3-hour guided tour. Discover Harriet Tubman’s legacy, historic sites, and breathtaking views. Book your adventure now.
Explore Niagara Falls’ Underground Railroad history with a 3-hour guided tour. Discover Harriet Tubman’s legacy, historic sites, and breathtaking views. Book your adventure now.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Niagara Falls, Canada - Begin the next chapter of the brave Freedom Seekers’ journey to Canada, often referred to as Canaan Land. Follow in their footsteps as you visit genuine Underground Railroad sites, discover inspiring stories of courage, and connect with the locations and individuals that influenced this remarkable quest for freedom. This…
- Niagara Falls, Canada - Begin the next chapter of the brave Freedom Seekers’ journey to Canada, often referred to as Canaan Land. Follow in their footsteps as you visit genuine Underground Railroad sites, discover inspiring stories of courage, and connect with the locations and individuals that influenced this remarkable quest for freedom. This experience is more than just a tour—it’s an unforgettable journey through history, bravery, and hope.
- St. Catharines - Enter the historic Salem Chapel BME Church, the revered home church of Harriet Tubman—the iconic Freedom Seeker whose bravery inspired a movement. Feel the weight of history as you stand in the very place where she worshipped and gathered strength for her daring missions.
- Niagara-on-the-Lake - Explore a breathtaking 17th-century village where history emanates from every cobblestone. This extraordinary community was a vital refuge for numerous Freedom Seekers—offering shelter, opportunity, and hope. As you wander through its preserved homes, churches, and pathways, you’ll experience firsthand the enduring legacy of resilience that continues to resonate throughout the village today.
What's Included
- Guided Underground Railroad Heritage Tour
- 24-passenger Mini-bus
- Guide in period dress
- Guided Underground Railroad Heritage Tour
- 24-passenger Mini-bus
- Guide in period dress
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities
- Admission Fee - BME Church $10.00 (pd directly to the site).
- Alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities
- Admission Fee - BME Church $10.00 (pd directly to the site).
Additional Information
Discover the influential second phase of the Underground Railroad on this educational 3-hour tour. Journey from Niagara Falls, Ontario, through the picturesque wine region of Niagara-on-the-Lake to St. Catharines, where Harriet Tubman established her abolitionist base and spiritual sanctuary at Salem Chapel, British Methodist Episcopal Church.
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Discover the influential second phase of the Underground Railroad on this educational 3-hour tour. Journey from Niagara Falls, Ontario, through the picturesque wine region of Niagara-on-the-Lake to St. Catharines, where Harriet Tubman established her abolitionist base and spiritual sanctuary at Salem Chapel, British Methodist Episcopal Church.
Listen to captivating stories—many narrated by descendants of Freedom Seekers—and visit locations pivotal to the African-Canadian heritage. Investigate historic freedom-crossing sites, understand the Suspension Bridge’s link to Tubman, and enjoy breathtaking views of Niagara Falls with the powerful river roaring below.
This tour combines significant Underground Railroad sites with prominent regional attractions—offering a truly enriching experience.
For history enthusiasts, this tour is ideal. For others, it might seem like a lengthy day!
- Please be prepared to be picked up from your Hotel approximately 30 minutes prior to the tour’s departure time.
- This tour departs from Niagara Falls USA
- The tour requires a minimum of 12 paid participants to operate. If participation falls below the minimum, the tour will be canceled.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Child rate applies to children age is 9 and up
Location
Niagara Falls Canada
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(31 Ratings)
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Carol
Jun 20, 2025
Harriet Tubman - I happened on the tour already in progress as I was just stopping by the church to take pictures. I was able to catch the end of the presentation and tour the church. The presenter was knowledge and passionate about Harriet Tubman. I'm so glad I went.
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Gerald_h
Jul 26, 2022
Lovers of History - I bought 2 tickets for my parents on Friday, July 22nd. They both love history, and were absolutely enthralled with this experience! The guide was extremely knowledgable, very polite and well-mannered, and my parents found him comical! He was even dressed as though he was from the period in history these events took place. He gave my parents so much information that they couldn't even absorb it all! They were shown landmarks, monuments, and cemetaries that they didn't even know existed..even though they are from the Niagara area! From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for such a superb experience! If you love history, you will be more than amazed with this tour!
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Sherri_v
Jun 26, 2022
Very informative - The tour guide was very knowledgeable and he made the interesting and fun. Thank you Kevin I would recommend this tour to people that love history or for just anyone .
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Tracey_b
Sep 24, 2021
Wonderful Experience - Kevin was an informative tour guide. He took his time and made sure he showed us everything. He took our pictures and answered all questions. He even recommended a top wing spot!
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Suausty
Oct 9, 2019
A beautiful landscape - We went on a canada vacation and since we didn't visit the amazing falls we loved the tour in the boat and it was the best we could do.
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Travel11223344
Sep 15, 2019
Great tour! - We had a great time with Kevin, he's very informative and friendly. We didn't have a great understanding of history prior to the tour and he encouraged questions to ensure we understood the background. We really enjoyed ourselves, appreciated how engaging Kevin was and highly recommend! Book directly through Motherland Connextions - if you're buying through Groupon or Viator, you aren't going direct.
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Kpmj1229
Aug 10, 2019
Everyone should take this tour - Mr. Kevin Cottrell was knowledgeable, courteous, accommodating, pleasant and had a refreshingly delightful sense of humor. It is sad that I am still learning about "My History"; yet Mr. Cottrell shared such jewels of information, we were enthralled and did not want the tour to end. This is a tour that everyone of all races, creed and culture should take. Understanding what my enslaved ancestors endured and hearing about their hardships and torture saddens me. However what Mr. Cottrell shared with us was inspiring and sheds light on the unquenchable human spirit that against tremendous odds and oppression fought for and deserved to be free. What a resounding message even in 2019.
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Lheska
Jul 19, 2019
A really interesting and informative trip - Our family took the half day tour in Canada. We loved seeing places in Canada that were important to the history of the Underground Railroad. Very inspiring to see where Harriett Tubman worshipped and to hear stories of freedom seekers.
Kevin kept it interesting and showed us a lot of interesting places in addition to the railroad stops. A great half day!
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Stephanie_g
Nov 3, 2019
Historically informative - The guide was well versed in relaying the historical information associated with the guided tour. However, the tour was a bit overpriced for what we experienced. Overall, we enjoyed the tour.
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Kompassionatedr
Sep 11, 2019
My ancestors and I aren’t happy I couldn’t go on this tour! - My husband and I are in Niagara Falls Canada for his work conference. Before we arrived, I booked this excursion for me to do on 9-5-19 via Viator.com. The representative from Viator did tell me that this tour is one of their top tours that sells out quickly. I soon learned that is a lie. I booked the tour that was on Monday, September 9, 2019 at 3pm. Representative stated that the operator of this tour would reach out to me via email to get my hotel information for pickup.
On Saturday, I still had not received an e-mail from the operator so I took it upon myself to call them to give them my hotel pickup information. Glad I called, the guy did tell me that as of right now I was the only one booked on the tour, but hopefully others would book by then or the tour would be cancelled. He said he wasn’t at a computer and told me to text him my hotel pickup information.
Fast forward to Monday, September 9, 2019 the operator text me at 11:46 saying that the tour was cancelled due to no one else booked and he could approve a refund if needed. I replied back asking if there’s a tour going on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 and if not then a refund could occur. I received another text at 4:37 saying they have nothing booked and gave me the number to Viator to call for a refund.
I am highly disappointed because I was ecstatic to do this tour while my husband was in his conference seminars all day. I love culture and wanted to indulge in something related to my ancestral heritage. I also understand that if not enough people book, then the tour is off.
I wish I could really believe the Viator representative’s statement that this tour was their top seller. Clearly the days I was available to go it was not.
Advice to those who are interested in this tour, make sure you’re not a solo traveler, or you’ll be left with nothing to do but write a disappointing review.
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