MarineLand
My family was recently invited to checkout MarineLand in Niagara Falls, Ontario. It’s always been a place that we wanted to visit, and has been on our bucket list since we first saw their TV commercial. So instead of telling the kids we were going to MarineLand, I decided to play the following Video. As you can imagine I was greeted with screams of joy.
Current Admission Rates:
| Regular Rate ( 13+ yrs. )
$44.95 CDN Funds |
Child ( 5-12 yrs. )
$37.95 CDN Funds |
| 4 years of age and under are FREE. | |
Parking at MarineLand is free and they also allow visitors to bring in their own food and beverages, which is great for families that are on a tight budget.
Kiska the killer whale is a show off. While we watched from up top she skimmed around a bit but was standoffish, however when we went down below where we could get a great view of her pool she seemed to start almost posing to give us the best possible view and the best possible effect.
The King Waldorf Stadium show is conveniently located next to the main entrance, and features dolphins, beluga whales, sea lions and walruses. This was my son’s favorite feature at MarineLand, it appeared to calm him. It’s not the first time I’ve heard from others that dolphins appear to calm special needs kids and it really did seem to work for him. The show was making him laugh and giggle and clap along, and he really seemed to be enjoying himself.
The girls on the other hand had the time of their life with the Belugas. We managed to get the opportunity to actually feed and pet the Belugas and it was an amazing time for all of us. To feel their skin and see them almost smirk at you while you feed them food is special, but even better was watching them act and seeing how smart they were. They know you have fish for them, they know how much you have and they specifically wait for it. They know when you have no more and it is amusing watching them turn around and leave the second you have nothing more for them. The funny part is you could see the intelligence and the humor in their eyes. In all honesty between the Show and the Belugas there was not much that could compare with the fun that we had at those two exhibits.
Terri Quick says
September 13, 2015 at 8:10 pmLooks like fun. I haven’t been there since I was a kid.
Rosanne Morrison says
September 13, 2015 at 11:26 pmI haven’t been to Ontario nor was I aware of them even having a Marineland. Will have to suggest it to my son who loves the sea.for his family
debbie campbell says
September 14, 2015 at 4:20 pmIt looks like a great place to take the whole family!
Shannon says
September 14, 2015 at 11:07 pmI like the amusement rides! Thank you for sharing.
Rose Reeder says
September 17, 2015 at 9:38 amI don’t recall ever seeing a Belugas. I’d also like to feel their skin and see them almost smirk at you while you feed, but even better was watching them act and seeing how smart they are.
cylina williams says
September 18, 2015 at 11:28 amVery interesting, I have never been to Ontario but looks very fun!
Carol Nine says
September 18, 2015 at 1:33 pmI especially like that they let you bring your own food and beverages. All the theme parks I’ve been to charge so much for food & beverages! This would make this one an affordable theme park for most people.
Scott Poston says
September 19, 2015 at 3:58 pmI love the policy about allowing outside food & drink- that just makes sense for any family friendly business.
Wendy Hutton says
September 20, 2015 at 11:56 amnever been there but looks like a great attraction for the whole family
Bailey Dexter says
September 21, 2015 at 8:26 pmWhat a great place to take the grandkids! Thanks for sharing it!
Jana L. says
September 23, 2015 at 11:26 amI remember going to Marineland humming the commercial. I always enjoyed watching the live shows, nothing like a good splashing by the whales
Scott says
September 23, 2015 at 5:47 pmI wasn’t even aware that there was one in Ontario.
Victoria Ess says
September 25, 2015 at 1:43 pmI love Marineland! It’s definitely time to revisit!
Heather Johnson says
September 26, 2015 at 6:45 pmThis looks like it would be a lot of fun for the whole family. Expensive, but fun!
Cheryl Grandy says
September 27, 2015 at 12:59 pmThanks for the review. I especially like that you included the cost and information such as there is free parking and you’re allowed to bring your own food and beverages. Very helpful.
Josh S says
September 27, 2015 at 4:57 pmGreat. Looks like a fun place to visit.
Elizabeth H. says
September 27, 2015 at 7:38 pmI haven’t been to Marineland in years!! I remember it was a good and fun place to visit!! Had a blast there!
Sandra Watts says
September 27, 2015 at 10:28 pmIt has been a long time since I went there. I always liked it though. I have not been on a vacation in so long. Spending all extra funds doing home improvements.
Susan Smith says
September 27, 2015 at 11:33 pmThis looks like it would be a lot of fun for the whole family. I like that parking at MarineLand is free and they also allow visitors to bring in their own food and beverages, which is great for families that are on a tight budget.
Shakeia Rieux says
September 28, 2015 at 3:42 amThat place looks like there is so much to do,and is a lot of fun.I would love to take my family and visit there.
lana simanovicki says
September 28, 2015 at 6:42 amthat looks so nice .fun .and educational
Darwin says
September 28, 2015 at 11:32 amI have never been to Marineland, but we have seen the commercials for it multiple times and my kids are always asking to go. It sounds like it’s a great place for families to go together and have fun.
Judy Schechter says
September 28, 2015 at 1:59 pmLooks like great fun! I love the whales! It reminds me of SeaWorld in Florida.
Catherine Brown says
September 28, 2015 at 2:37 pmI took my kids there many years ago. We loved it, and would love to return.
Betsy Rubendall Barnes says
September 28, 2015 at 6:17 pmI have not been to Niagara Falls, Ontario since I was a kid. I would love to visit again, especially to see Marineland. It looks like so much fun! 🙂
Trisha McKee says
September 28, 2015 at 6:31 pmOh, what a great place! This might be our next road trip – thank you for the review.
Elicia P says
September 28, 2015 at 7:08 pmGrr, I was just in Toronto last weekend and Marineland was brought up. I was thinking of going on the way home. Guess I should have my son will be 5 next year and will cost…
Miles Imhoff says
September 28, 2015 at 10:39 pmSo nostalgic!
God bless,
Miles
Leah Shumack says
September 28, 2015 at 10:52 pmWe used to go to MarineLand every year when I was little. I have to get the paperwork to go across the boarder so that I can take my daughter sometime!
Tammy Dalley says
September 28, 2015 at 10:57 pmI remember visiting Marineland when I was a child , I loved it, a lot has changed since I was there i bet
Wanda Tracey says
September 29, 2015 at 12:51 amThis place is amazing.We took our kids there and now I want to take our grandchild there too!
Lynda Cook says
October 2, 2015 at 8:39 pmUsed to love going to Marineland, haven’t been there in a very long time, need to go back again soon and see all the new and improved areas!!
Darren Scrubb says
February 4, 2017 at 11:13 amMarineland truly is a visit I know will be memorable for sure