Tourism
A postcard sent from Niagara Falls. The brief message says "We are having just a lovely time", 1934
Niagara Falls has been a popular tourist destination since the 19th century. Tourists would use postcards to stay in touch with friends and family while they travelled, or keep them as souvenirs. They also served as advertisements for the visited destination, potentially prompting the recipient to plan their next vacation to the same spot after viewing the lovely sights on the postcard.
Niagara postcards featured many of the area's tourist destinations including the Falls, Whirlpool, Rapids, and related attractions. Below are Niagara postcards featuring some of these popular tourist destinations.
Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls from Prospect Point
General View of Niagara Falls
Terrapin Point
Niagara Falls in Winter
Ice Mound, Niagara Falls
Winter scene, Niagara Falls
American Falls illuminated in winter
Niagara Whirlpool and Rapids
The Great Whirlpool, Niagara Falls
Whirlpool Rapids, Niagara Falls
Whirlpool Rapids and Great Gorge Route
Tourist Attractions
Cave of the Winds and Bridal Veil Falls
Maid of the Mist
Aero cable over the Niagara Whirlpool