Exploring the Best Haunted Attractions on Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls


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As you stroll down Clifton Hill, one unmistakable feature that will get your attention is the abundance of eerie “haunted houses” and spine-tingling attractions. It’s no secret that Halloween holds a special place in the hearts of those who frequent this lively street. With the air becoming crisp and the leaves taking on their autumn hues, Clifton Hill transforms into a haven for thrill-seekers.

In this guide, we’ll unveil our carefully curated list of the most hair-raising activities to indulge in on Clifton Hill. So, if you’re ready to embrace the spine-tingling spirit of the season, join us as we explore the top “scary” experiences that this iconic Canadian destination has to offer.

1. Carnival Chaos

Address: 4960 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, ON, L2G 3N4
Phone: (905) 357-5911

Carnival Chaos

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

"Scary" Things To Do On Clifton Hill

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

Alien Movieland

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

"Scary" things to do on Clifton Hill

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

"Scary" things to do on Clifton Hill

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

Canada’s ONLY roof-top rollercoaster is now open… 4 terrifying stories above Clifton Hill!

True thrill seekers can combine The House of Frankenstein and rollercoaster ride – chickens can opt for the rollercoaster only.

Head on up to the roof and pick your coffin for a death defying ride on the Frank’N Coaster!!!

Open daily year-round.



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