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.
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.
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.
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
Our pick of the best Downtown Buffalo Hotel Deals
Wyndham Garden Buffalo Downtown
"Clean hotel, friendly staff, full breakfast buffet included."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Hyatt Regency Buffalo / Hotel and Conference Center
"Staff where friendly"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buffalo Downtown - Medical CTR by IHG
"Overall it was a good booking, a little trash under bed, a little Trouble at first with our booking but, once we were set staff was amazing, along with security!!"
Reviewed on 7 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.
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.
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.
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 AKG Art 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.
Downtown Buffalo Travel Guide
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