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Things To Do
Canalside, Buffalo
Canalside is a historic district that was once the western terminus of the Erie Canal. Today, it has become a rich site of development, revival, and activity in Buffalo. It’s located in the city’s downtown corridor, at the intersection of Pearl Street and Marine Drive.
Niagara Falls, USA
What to do: 1. Maid of the Mist - Popular boats that shuttle passengers to and from the base of the falls. Plan to get wet! 2. Old Fort Niagara - 17th century fort that has seen action during numerous wars, including the American Revolution and the French and Indian War, making it the longest operational fort in North America. 3. Cave of the Winds - Take an elevator 175 feet down into the Niagara Gorge, where you'll be able to roam a series of wooden walkways that put you within feet of the Bridal Veil Falls.
Niagara Falls Canada
If you decide to visit our friendly neighbors to the north, please remember to bring you Passport! U.S. Citizens returning to the U.S. after visiting Niagara Falls Canada are required to provide a passport, passport card or enhanced drivers license at the immigration checkpoint.
Darwin Martin House (Frank Lloyd Wright)
Visit Frank Lloyd Wright’s six-structure Darwin Martin House complex located in the historic Parkside neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. A variety of tours are offered year-round. Reservations are strongly recommended. To visit the interior of the house you must be on a guided tour.
Albright Knox Art Gallery
A vibrant museum in the heart of Buffalo’s cultural district that's been collecting and exhibiting art since 1862. Today's outstanding collection includes works by Francis Bacon, Frida Kahlo, Roy Lichtenstein, Georgia O’Keeffe, Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, and many others.
Delaware Park
Take a morning jog or rent a boat for the afternoon on Hoyt Lake. Other popular attraction include Rose Garden, Japanese Gardens, and a golf course, and newly added horse-drawn carriage rides (Sunday only from 1pm – 5pm.)
Elmwood Village
Spend some time and stroll through Elmwood Village, home to many of Buffalo's most popular shops, bars, and restaurants.
Anchor Bar
Famed birthplace of the Buffalo chicken wing! Come here if you want to see where it all started. Another popular, yet slightly more distant option is Duff's Famous Wings (located at 3651 Sheridan Drive, Amherst NY).
Charlie the Butcher's Express Ellicott Square
Famous for it's Beef on Weck, a Western New York specialty made with roast beef on a kimmelweck roll, dipped in jus and spread with horseradish. Another popular option for Buffalo's famed Beef on Weck is Anderson's, which has multiple locations throughout the city.
Naval Park
The Naval Park is a museum on the shore of Lake Erie that is home to several decommissioned US Naval vessels, including the Cleveland-class cruiser USS Little Rock, the Fletcher-class destroyer USS The Sullivans, and the submarine USS Croaker. Along with the ships, there are a variety of smaller vehicles, vessels, and aircraft on display at the park.
Cycle Boats
Get ready to Pedal, Party & Float! Buffalo CycleBoats is a unique boating experience that allows you join 16 other passengers to pedal, relax and enjoy the scenic Downtown Buffalo waterways.
River History Tour
The 90-minute narrated Buffalo River History Tour brings you down the waterway that made Buffalo one of the biggest and richest cities in the world. Hear the story of the Erie Canal and the Buffalo's scoopers - residents and immigrants alike - who worked the docks and mills, feeding the nation and the city's "Guilded" economy.
BikeorBar
Looking to burn off the calories from all the great Buffalo food you've been eating? Sign up for a class at BikeOrBar in Elmwood!