North Buffalo Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
This prestigious gallery in upstate New York is home to works from the world’s most celebrated artists.
Buffalo History Museum
Hundreds of thousands of exhibits reveal the long and fascinating history of Western New York at this charming museum, which is over 150 years old.
Delaware Park
Between boating on Hoyt Lake, seeing an open-air play and exploring Rumsey Forest, it is easy to forget that this park is located in the heart of downtown Buffalo.
Forest Lawn Cemetery
Take a tour through Buffalo’s bucolic and art-filled cemetery, which is home to a U.S. president’s gravesite and a mausoleum designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.
University At Buffalo - North Campus
Walk around the campus of University At Buffalo - North Campus, a top university in Amherst. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Things to do
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided Tour
Niagara Falls Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour from Toronto
Niagara Falls State Park Sunset Tour with Falls Illumination
Top hotels in North Buffalo
M Hotel Buffalo
"There was a lot of noise from other guests and it was expensive for a basic stay. The pool area must be the biggest draw but we had no need to use those facilities. Room was clean and comfortable but bathroom tub needs some attention as it was chipping and the caulking was showing signs of ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
Buffalo Airport Hotel
"Ideal for an overnight stay. The property is decent but a little run down. Could benefit from a spruce up."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Garden Place Hotel
"The whole place was elegant & clean. Check-in went easy. Only complaint was we scheduled the shuttle to the airport for 5 am on the night we arrived; also double-checked it the night before departure. Shuttle didn't arrive, told my name was not on the list! Then, the driver forgot to close the back ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Sheraton Niagara Falls
"Good place , close to everywhere."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Sleep Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport
"Excellent hotel! My stay (3 nights) went very well. Room was very clean and staff were very helpful with restocking toiletries. Breakfast was pretty standard, but good nonetheless for it being complimentary. Hotel shuttle was fantastic! Pickup to and from the airport was very fast and the driver ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Where to stay in North Buffalo
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.
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.
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.
