Waterfront Travel Guide
Buffalo
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Popular places to visit
Canalside
Explore the great outdoors at Canalside, a lovely green space in Buffalo. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this family-friendly 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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
KeyBank Center
Catch an event at KeyBank Center during your trip to Buffalo. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Highmark Stadium
Catch an event at Highmark Stadium during your trip to Orchard Park. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Walden Galleria Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Walden Galleria Mall during your visit to Cheektowaga. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Buffalo Zoo
See more than 1,200 animals at this small zoo in Buffalo’s Delaware Park. Explore the rainforest building or see the big cats of the African plains.
Things to do
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided Tour
Niagara Falls Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour from Toronto
Niagara Falls USA: Full-Day Scenic Tour from Buffalo!
An Epic Buffalo Scavenger Hunt: Roaming Buffalo
Niagara Falls USA Tour with Maid of the Mist Boat Ride
Top hotels in Waterfront
Buffalo Airport Hotel
Comfortable bed and good parking
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Garden Place Hotel
Quick, courteous check-in. Jacuzzi room was affordable, comfortable and clean. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
Room was great, had so much fun in the arcade, pool, hot tub. View, lobby all lovely. Food is NOT good, go to town and eat in little italy or somewhere else. tried 3 restarants, all were pricy and not horrible but not good either, which I guess is typical for Casino but not our thing. Would definitely ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buffalo Downtown - Medical CTR by IHG
Rooms were very clean. Staff was very accommodating. Just very enjoyable stay.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Cambria Hotel Niagara Falls
I loved EVERYTHING about this place. From the friendly staff, to the clean/modern rooms & the delicious breakfast! I would absolutely love to stay here again.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Buffalo / Hotel and Conference Center
Room was clean and the entire property was exactly as described. No complaints.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waterfront
Columbus
While visiting Columbus, you might make a stop by sights like Chippewa District and FBI Buffalo Field Office.
Downtown Buffalo
Known for its great bars and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Buffalo. You can visit top attractions like Chippewa District and Statler Tower, and jump on the metro at Fountain Plaza Station or Lafayette Square Station to see more of the city.
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.
Front Park
While visiting Front Park, you might make a stop by sights like Peace Bridge and Kleinhans Music Hall.
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.
