Where do I park for the Maid of the Mist?

Yes, park at the Fallsview Casino parking lot or the Rapidsview Parking Lot. Avoid the overpriced private lots right at the boat dock. Fallsview Casino lot is $20-30 CAD for the day and a 5-minute walk down to the Maid of the Mist entrance. Rapidsview is cheaper at $10-15 but you'll need to take the free Wego shuttle or walk 15 minutes along the river.

No, do not park in the lot literally right at the boat dock unless you want to pay $50+ and sit in traffic. The Maid of the Mist entrance is at the base of Clifton Hill, so you'll walk through the tourist chaos anyway. If you're coming from the US side, just park at the American lot on Prospect Street for $20 USD and walk across the Rainbow Bridge—but factor in the border wait. Pro tip: arrive before 9:30 AM or after 3 PM to avoid the worst crowds at the ticket booth.