Hornblower vs Maid of the Mist: Hornblower gets closer to the Horseshoe Falls, Maid of the Mist gives you the classic American Falls approach

Hornblower launches from Canada and heads straight into the Horseshoe Falls, getting closer and spending more time in the mist, plus offers a covered deck option. Maid of the Mist launches from the US side, hugs the American Falls first, then loops into the Horseshoe basin—all open topside. You’ll get soaked and awed either way, but pick Hornblower for the heaviest spray or Maid of the Mist for the classic river view of the American Falls.