Downtown Buffalo Travel Guide
Buffalo
Visit Downtown Buffalo
Popular places to visit
Canalside
Explore the great outdoors at Canalside, a lovely green space in Buffalo. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music 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 entertainment choices 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
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University At Buffalo - North Campus during your trip to Amherst. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Things to do
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided Tour
Niagara Falls Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour from Toronto
Buffalo Sabres Ice Hockey Game at Keybank Center
Niagara Falls USA: Full-Day Scenic Tour from Buffalo!
An Epic Buffalo Scavenger Hunt: Roaming Buffalo
Top hotels in Downtown Buffalo
Hyatt Regency Buffalo / Hotel and Conference Center
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buffalo Downtown - Medical CTR by IHG
Very close to the theatre where we got to watch Riverdance! Memorable experience.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Wyndham Garden Buffalo Downtown
Convenient. Valet and free shuttle to nearby sites was nice.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
The Mansion On Delaware Ave
Steps can be tough for older folks with luggage but elevator is helpful. Nice place
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Curtiss Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Buffalo
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.
Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, Canalside and Lake Erie are top sights worth seeing.
Willert Park
When in Willert Park, you can plan a visit to Shea's Performing Arts Center and Burt Flickinger Athletic Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bryant
While you're in Bryant, take in top sights like Benjaman Gallery and jump on the metro at Summer-Best Station to see more of the city.
Front Park
While visiting Front Park, you might make a stop by sights like Kleinhans Music Hall and Lake Erie.
