Fun Things to do in Buffalo NY

Fun Things to do in Buffalo NY
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Fun Things to do in Buffalo NY: Places of Interest

The Buffalo Visitor Center

The Buffalo Visitor Center, located at the Market Arcade, is one of the best places to head if you are visiting the city of Buffalo NY for the first time. At the center, you can find tourist information about the city’s top attractions, leaflets, etc.


Niagara Falls

Visiting and experiencing the Niagara Falls is undoubtedly one of the most popular fun things to do in Buffalo NY.
Things to do on the American Side of Niagara Falls
The Buffalo Zoo

The Buffalo Zoo, located on Parkside Avenue, is one of the oldest zoos in the country and it is a great place to bring the family for some quality time and educational fun.

Ansley Wilcox House

If you are a history buff, the Ansley Wilcox House (known as the Theodore Roosevelt National Historic Site) is the place where Theodore Roosevelt took the oath of office as President of the United States after President William McKinley was assassinated.

The Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park

The Naval & Military Park, located on Buffalo Place, is another popular place to visit where you can enjoy a self-guided tour of a naval ship and a submarine.

City Hall

City Hall, located in downtown Buffalo NY, is one of the most stunning architectural buildings in the city, and a great place to get amazing panoramic views. City Hall also offers free daily tours of the building which are both fun and educational.

Fun Things to do in Buffalo NY: Outdoor Activities

One of the best places to enjoy outdoor activities and the natural scenery nearby Buffalo NY is Hamlin Beach State Park.

The state park, located on the south shore of Lake Ontario, is only an hour’s drive from Buffalo NY and boasts sandy beaches, miles of hiking trails, camping grounds and fishing opportunities.

Fun Things to do in Buffalo NY: Festivals & Events

* The Taste of Buffalo, held in July in downtown Buffalo, is a two day food event which features all types of cuisine, as well as vintage wines from across New York and Ontario Canada.

* The National Buffalo Wing Festival, held on Labor Day Weekend at the Coca-Cola Field, is one of the most popular fun things to do in Buffalo NY in the autumn. At the event you can sample the popular Buffalo wings.

* The Festival of the Arts, held in Elmwood Avenue in August, is another great summer event where you can purchase handmade goods, and enjoy a great time with the family listening to local bands.

Fun Things to do in Buffalo NY: Nightlife

Buffalo has a buzzing nightlife and it is along Underground Atlanta in the city of Atlanta Georgia two of the few places in the USA where they boast a 4am last call.

The Chippewa Street is one of the most popular places to hand out and the heart of Buffalo's nightlife scene, as it is easily accessible by Metro-rail.

A popular place to enjoy live music and enjoy a nice drink in Chippewa Street it’s the Crocodile Bar.

If you are looking at dancing the night away at a nightclub, the Coliseum is home to three different dance floors.

Day Trips


Buffalo is the second largest city in New York and one of the most popular destinations in the state along with New York City.

The city of Buffalo NY is bordered by Pennsylvania in the South and it is only a short drive from things to do in Hamilton Ontario Canada and things to do in Erie PA.

If you are planning more day trips, there plenty of places to visit in Philadelphia, and the state is only 30 minutes away by plane.

Another popular day trip during a vacation to Buffalo NY is to Toronto Canada and Detroit Michigan.

In fact, Detroit offers the perfect starting point to explore other fun things to do in Michigan such as the scenic Saugatuk

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