There's lots on offer in Downtown Niagara Falls, but venture farther afield and you'll find even more magic. Pick up a set of wheels and you can roam around the greater area at your leisure. Add these fantastic places to your list:

• Toronto is approximately 40 miles from Downtown Niagara Falls. Renowned tourist attractions like CN Tower deserve a place on your must-see list here.
• Approximately 40 miles away, Hamilton is also popular with wanderers. Set aside time to get to African Lion Safari while you're here. It's one of the reasons people love staying a while in this buzzing city.
• Algonquin Provincial Park is located 190 miles from Downtown Niagara Falls and is one of the region's most gorgeous nature spots. Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the fresh air.

If you don't possess a driver's license issued in Canada, then you might need to apply for an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your home country in order to rent a car. Also consider that if you do need an IDP, it won't be valid on its own. You'll have to show your driver's license from your home country your passport and other forms of identification as well. Lastly, make sure the credit card used to book the rental vehicle matches the name on your driver's license and passport. Some other requirements for international car rentals are:

• Age restrictions: You must be at least 25 in many countries to rent a car. If you're younger than that, it might still be possible to rent a car but you'll have to pay a Young Driver's Surcharge. Additional restrictions may also apply to the types of cars you can rent.
• Driving limitations: Be sure to read the fine print before you drive off the lot. Usually, you can't cross country borders, drive on ferries or on off-road areas with a rental vehicle.