A Summer Escape: A Walk through Time & Wine at the Monastery

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
1 hour
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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Language
English, Italian
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Explore Niagara Falls Monastery on a unique tour with a local host. Enjoy stories, architecture, and wine tastings, including the famous ice wine. Perfect for a spring getaway.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

A guided one of a kind tour of the legendary Niagara Falls Monastery founded in 1894. Listen to stories, capture awe striking architectural highlights, and learn about its history; all with a true Local Host. Enjoy a taste of the international renowed 'ice wine' with hints of apricot and honey; locals and winemakers call it 'Liquid Gold'. After the tour wander to the onsite vineyard which sprawls on 13 acres, enjoy the scenery, lush grounds. Learn about our locally produced wine and 'wine country'. Tour is mostly an indoor experience making it a comfortable experience for all ages and abilities, rain or shine, with tour starting in a covered outdoor environment to take in stories, architecture, nature, design & views. Definitely a journey to remember and one you don’t want to miss!

What You Get

Entrance fees
Booking fee of 25% included.
Guided Tour with Local Host/Tour Guide
Backdrop of Niagara's Nature photo locations.
Tour Guide Gratuity Not Included
No Pick Up or Drop Off

Good To Know

  • A non-alcoholic grape beverage can be substitued for wine and ice wine tasting. Prior notice to Host of minimum 6 hours.
  • Disclaimer: Alcoholic beverage/wine tasting is only available for those of legal drinking age of 19 years or older.
  • The WEGO bus system drops and picks up guests close by. Online schedule available.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

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Monastery of Mount Carmel Spiritual Retreat and Conference Centre

Step into the past and explore one of Niagara’s oldest landmarks. Nestled on 13 serene acres, this monastery offers a rich history and intregate design.. Discover the resilience of this sanctuary through stories of its restoration after a devastating fire.. Marvel at the lanscape and enjoy a taste of Niagara's Ice wine, otherwise known as 'Liquid Gold' with hints of apricot and honey. Highlights include: Historic Overview: Learn the monastery's incredible journey. Architectural Treasures: Marvel at Gothic and Romanesque designs, intricate woodwork, and stained glass. Life of Priests: Discover stories of devotion and study. Local Grounds: Wander gardens, grapevines, and award-winning winery ties. Special Additions: Seasonal décor enhancing the holiday atmosphere. A gift shop with unique keepsakes. A delicious feature of Niagara’s celebrated Ice Wine. Join us for this unforgettable outing.
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Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

7020 Stanley Ave, Stanley Avenue, Niagara Falls Regional Municipality of Niagara Ontario, Canada, CA, L2G 7B7

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Please meet outside of the Monastery Cellars, at wine barrel.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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What People Are Saying
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Angela was an absolute delight!
June 16, 2025
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My husband and I recently took a trip to Niagara Falls and chose to book a tour with Angela. We embarked on a tour of the Monastery Cellar, where Angela shared a wealth of historical insights, fasc...read more

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Amazing experience
April 27, 2025
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Touring the monastery and learning about its history was amazing. I had no idea this place existed in Niagara Falls! The wine was amazing as well and was a perfect way to end the tour. Angela pres...read more

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worth the trip! angela was an amazing host!
December 21, 2024
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it was such a nice experience, short and sweet with it being mostly indoors! very interesting, and angela our host was so sweet, and passionate as well! even as a local we enjoyed the tour, especia...read more

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