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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Buffalo Niagara Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Buffalo Niagara Convention Center during your trip to Buffalo. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Things to do
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided Tour
Buffalo Sabres Ice Hockey Game at Keybank Center
An Epic Buffalo Scavenger Hunt: Roaming Buffalo
Customizable Private Winery Tasting Tour Niagara Falls, NOTL, Canada
Private Customizable Scenic Niagara Escarpment Boutique Wine Tasting Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Buffalo
Wyndham Garden Buffalo Downtown
"This hotel was clean and comfy"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Buffalo / Hotel and Conference Center
"The room was spacious and clean. Stylish hotel in the heart of downtown. Valet parking was fast and convenient. Cost was $29 a day."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buffalo Downtown - Medical CTR by IHG
"Clean basic hotel for a short stay."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Lenox Hotel and Suites
"Nice clean room, friendly staff and free parking. Bed and room were comfortable and nice. I would definitely stay again"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Curtiss Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
"We loved the hot spring pool!"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Embassy Suites Buffalo
"I liked the breakfast and how it looked and smelled clean."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
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.
