Downtown Buffalo Travel Guide
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Canalside
Explore the great outdoors at Canalside, a lovely green space in Buffalo. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Niagara Square
After visiting Niagara Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Buffalo. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park
After visiting Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Buffalo. Experience the area's great live music or attend a hockey game.
Buffalo City Hall
Soaring 32 stories above Buffalo, the city’s municipal government seat offers spectacular panoramic views and fascinating insights into the history of the area.
Chippewa District
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Chippewa District during your visit to Buffalo. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
University At Buffalo - North Campus
Walk around the campus of University At Buffalo - North Campus, a top university in Amherst. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Activities
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided Tour
Wing Ride: The Hidden History of Chicken Wings Bike Tour
Niagara Falls USA: Full-Day Scenic Tour from Buffalo!
The History Ride: The Best of Buffalo by Bike
Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto
Niagara Falls State Park Sunset Tour with Falls Illumination
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Wyndham Garden Buffalo Downtown
"Comfortable beds. They put me in a suite for no extra cost. Wasn’t expecting that. Great to have. Staff treated me like a queen and family. Shuttled us to Kleinhans for Gregory Porter’s show, and back. Randy at the front desk was coordinator of all that good treatment, but every single staff person ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Hyatt Regency Buffalo / Hotel and Conference Center
"Went to use shower in the morning and there was no cold water only scalding hot, tried several ways to get cold water. So was not able to shower. Pretty awful"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buffalo Downtown - Medical CTR by IHG
"Heather was amazing at the breakfast station all morning!!!! Rooms were very clean and great to stay in!"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Lenox Hotel and Suites
"Good downtown location at a good price"
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Downtown
"Helpful and friendly staff. Clean and well maintained facilities"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Curtiss Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Buffalo
Elmwood Village
Elmwood Village is known for its live music, and you can plan a trip to American Repertory Theater of WNY Performance Venue: The Compass Performing Arts Center and Ujima Theatre Company while you're in town.
Allentown
Allentown is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Wilcox Mansion - Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site and Theater of Youth.
Buffalo Theater District
Theatres, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of Buffalo Theater District. Make a stop by Shea's Performing Arts Center or Chippewa District while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fountain Plaza Station or Lafayette Square Station to get around town.
North Buffalo
North Buffalo is well liked for its live music and zoo. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Buffalo Zoo and Buffalo History Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Amherst Street Station or Lasalle Station to get around.
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, Canalside and Lake Erie are top sights worth seeing.
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