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.
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
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
Great staff!
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buffalo Downtown - Medical CTR by IHG
Was great
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Wyndham Garden Buffalo Downtown
Experience was 10/10 from start to finish; communication prior to the stay, the cleanliness of the rooms, and the friendly staff made our stay one to remember Thank you to all the workers at Wyndham Garden Buffalo
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
The Mansion On Delaware Ave
Wonderful room and very helpful staff.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Curtiss Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
For the price the rooms were not very large, the prices at bar and restaurant are high and your left feeling a bit ripped off.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Downtown
Good stay
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Buffalo
Columbus
While visiting Columbus, you might make a stop by sights like Chippewa District and FBI Buffalo Field Office.
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.
