Waterfront Travel Guide
Buffalo
Visit Waterfront
Stay near popular Waterfront attractions
Things to do
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided Tour
Buffalo Women: Downtown North Walking Tour
Best of Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tour
Niagara Falls USA: Full-Day Scenic Tour from Buffalo!
Niagara Falls Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour from Toronto
Top hotels in Waterfront
Buffalo Airport Hotel
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
"When you initially walk in to the hotel side of the casino, it smells terrible of cigarette smoke. And people like to stand by the door and smoke. I find that rude and offensive. I did not use the casino at all, but the casino floor smelled better. And the staff walking in and out of the casino were ..."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026
M Hotel Buffalo
"Breakfast was good, staff was helpful and friendly. Had a shuttle to the Depew train station which saves us from figuring out how to get there!"
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026
Garden Place Hotel
Comfort Inn The Pointe
"Breakfast was ok and waffle dough was not refilled during breakfast hours"
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026
Wyndham Garden at Niagara Falls
"Walking distance to everything. The falls is 5 minutes 5. Rainbow bridge right next to the hotel."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Waterfront
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.
Wilton Argonne
Wilton Argonne might not have many top sights, but Buffalo Zoo and Grover Cleveland Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
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.
