As you stroll down Clifton Hill, one feature that stands out is the unmistakable presence of eerie haunted attractions that seem to come alive during the fall season. Halloween has a special place in the hearts of visitors to this lively street, and with the crisp autumn air and colorful leaves setting the perfect backdrop, Clifton Hill transforms into a hub for thrill-seekers. The area is known for its spine-tingling experiences, offering something for those looking to embrace the chills and thrills of the season.
In this guide, we’ll highlight some of the most hair-raising activities you can find on Clifton Hill, from haunted houses to interactive fright experiences. If you’re ready to dive into the spooky spirit, join us as we explore the top attractions that make this iconic Canadian destination a must-visit for Halloween enthusiasts.
1. Carnival Chaos
Address: 4960 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, ON, L2G 3N4
Phone: (905) 357-5911
Lock and load your weapons as you prepare to do battle against the freaks at Carnival Chaos!
A disturbed clown looking for vengeance traps you in his nightmare, filled with creatures manifested from his mind in a ghastly setting. You’ll be tossed, pulled and toyed with like a mouse caught by a villainous cat. Get over your fears, gather your friends and family, then get ready to battle the fiendish hordes at Carnival Chaos.
2. Nightmares Fear Factory
Address: 5631 Victoria Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3L5
Phone: (905) 357-3327
It doesn’t matter your age, Nightmares Fear Factory is hands down the scariest attraction in the Clifton Hill vicinity. Located just off Clifton Hill at 5631 Victoria Av., it is the oldest haunted house in North America in operation. The Nightmares experience is more psychological to induce fear. There is no blood and guts, but rather focuses on what lurks in the dark.
If at any point you get too frightened to continue, simply call out “Nightmares!”, and you will be safely escorted out and added to the over 147,000 that have chickened out to date!
3. Zombie Attack
Address: 4960 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3N4
Phone: (905) 358-3676
One of Clifton Hill’s newest attractions, and arguably the most exciting that will leave you on the edge-of-your-seat is Zombie Attack. This is a 6D multi-sensory adventure ride in which you compete against everyone else in the theater with you. All you have is your gun and an army of flesh-eating and hungry zombies on your tail! Will you be the champion of mankind?
4. Movieland Wax Museum “House of Horrors”
Address: 4848 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3N4
Phone: (905) 358-3061
Check out Niagara Falls’ top wax museum! Be amazed by our life-like wax sculptures of characters from classic films like Aliens and the Terminator…to current hits like Black Widow and the Ironman! Snap a selfie next to your favourite stars and celebrities! If wax museums freak you out, than you may want to skip the “House of Horrors” towards the end of this self-guided tour. Movieland Wax Museum gives you the option to slip out of this part of the museum with a “chicken exit” for the faint of heart. The scariest of horror characters in the movies, moving animatronics, aliens, monsters…and something electrifying at the end, that will leave a chill in your bones!
5. House of Frankenstein
Address: 4967 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3N5
Phone: (905) 357-9660
Foolish Mortals Beware! This is The House of Frankenstein.
Your greatest fears await you in the shadows. Experience for
yourself what lies ahead and will make you scream!
If that’s not enough… Head on up to the roof and pick your coffin for a
death defying ride on the Frank’ N Coaster!!!
Canada’s ONLY roof-top rollercoaster is open!
4 terrifying stories above Clifton Hill!
Inside the “House of Frankenstein” you will be met with many ‘monsters’ and scary ‘creatures’ who lurk in the shadows. When you climb the thirteen haunted steps, you are on your own. Find the hidden passageway and finish this journey of terror…
6. Wizards Golf – Glow In the Dark Mini Putt
Address: 4960 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3N4
Phone: (905) 358-3676
Clifton Hill’s “Wizard’s Golf” sends miniature golf fans on an incredible glow-in-the-dark adventure. This challenging 18-hole mini golf course showcases brightly coloured exhibits of Wizards, Trolls, and Dragons. Here there’s something interesting for everyone to enjoy. You’ll golf amongst wizards, trolls, fairies, castles and dragons; get lost in a medieval story of fantasy and wonderment.
7. Dinosaur Adventure Golf
Address: 4952 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3N4
Phone: (905) 358-3676
CANADA’S LARGEST MINI GOLF ATTRACTION!!! As one of the nation’s largest miniature golf courses, Dinosaur Adventure Golf features two 18-hole courses: “Raptor” and “T-Rex” (A Total of 36 Holes); 3 distinct decorative ponds with fast-moving rapids and bubblers; and a 50 foot high “active” steam-erupting volcano that lets golfers play directly through a realistically eerie, cavernous volcanic interior on their way to the 18th hole.
8. The Haunted House
Address: 4943 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3N4
Phone: (905) 357-2200 ext. 6612
Expect the usual frights as you enter the “Haunted House“. Skeletons, ghosts, and ghouls abound in every corner! Are you brave enough to enter into the darkness?
9. Ghost Blasters Dark Ride
Address: 4950 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3N4
Phone: (905) 357-5911
Located inside the Great Canadian Midway at the bottom of Clifton Hill, Ghost Blasters haunted amusement ride is a delightfully spooky experience for guests looking for thrills and chills. This cool interactive black-light adventure has many different animatronic characters, animated props, and set pieces to bring the ride to life and provide guests with an immersively haunting experience.
The adventure begins when you enter Bleakstone Manor where you’re confronted by an army of ghosts, skeletons, ghouls and goblins riding from room-to-room in velvety black-light darkness. Luckily, you will be equipped with a laser gun to blast away the frightening phantoms popping out from every crack and crevice. If you’re up for the challenge, you can compete for the highest score by blasting the most ghosts.
10. Dracula’s Haunted Castle
Address: 4933 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3N5
Phone: (905) 357-1282
This is a haunted house with three “scary” levels to choose from, with 3 being the most frightening. Choose your level and enter — if you dare!
11. The Frank’N Coaster
Address: 4967 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3N5
Phone: (905) 357-9660