Location: Buffalo
Top Things to do in Buffalo
Things to do in Buffalo, New York (NY): The Best Sights & Landmarks
Buffalo is being reborn as a mecca for art, architecture, history, culture, dining and entertainment. Experience Frank Lloyd Wright’s stunning Darwin Martin House Complex and world-class modern art at the Albright-Knox Art Gallery. Relive part of the city’s incredible history at the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site. Explore the emerging Canalside waterfront district, hip Elmwood Village, more than 400 independently owned restaurants (serving our famous chicken wings and more) and nearby Niagara Falls.
Restaurants in Buffalo
1. Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,524 reviews
The Martin House (Buffalo, NY, 1903-05) exemplifies Frank Lloyd Wright’s Prairie House ideal and ranks as one of his finest residential works. Designed for Larkin Soap Company executive, Darwin D. Martin, the multi-residential estate is a one-of-a-kind composition consisting of the main Martin House, the smaller Barton House, a carriage house with chauffeur’s quarters and stables, a glass-roofed conservatory linked to the main house by a 100-foot pergola, and a gardener’s cottage. Tours explore the restored and reconstructed buildings, surrounding landscape, and an extensive collection of art glass and furnishings, all designed by Wright, which together form a totally integrated architectural masterwork. We welcome you to this National Historic Landmark.
Reviewed By bonnieh111 - Palmyra, United States
Went to the Darwin D Marting House and the summer home and I really enjoyed the tour. The guide was very good and didn't mind all of my questions, If you like architecture or how the wealthy lived, this is a must see.
2. Richardson Olmsted Campus
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 84 reviews
One of Buffalo’s most iconic buildings and a National Historic Landmark, the 145-year-old Richardson Olmsted Campus is being renewed after years of neglect. Designed by great American architect Henry Hobson Richardson and the famed landscape team of Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, the building incorporated a system of enlightened treatment for people with mental illness developed by Dr. Thomas Story Kirkbride. Today, the Richardson Olmsted Campus is home to one of the largest historic preservation projects in the nation. Since 2006, the nonprofit Richardson has been hard at work bringing the site back to life after decades of neglect.
Reviewed By Chillerkane - Toronto, Canada
I would highly recommend the photography tour!!! I heard about this through a friend who had done it, so I decided to make the drive down. The photography tour is absolutely amazing. It was a pleasure to meet and chat with others and I was thrilled it was a small group. 2 photographers and a guide. Our guide was amazing and I wish we had longer then the 2 hours to hang out. Such a treat to share a passion for photography and old buildings. The building is a gem to photography, with plenty of items around and decay to see. Be sure to take a walk around the outside as well as this historic building as awesome. A few tips.....bring an extra light as there are some dark areas. You WILL get dusty. Also bring a bottle of water to drink. I made the drive down from Toronto, and was thankful I left early. If you are crossing the border, be sure to leave plenty of extra time. I will definitely plan to do this tour again. Was such an amazing experience. Thank you to everyone involved
3. Forest Lawn
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5.0 based on 494 reviews
As one of the first rural cemeteries in the United States, Forest Lawn – located in Buffalo, NY – is at the heart of Western New York’s cultural tourism renaissance. Its first interment took place in 1849; today there are more than 161,000 permanent residents in this 269-acre, non-denominational, non-sectarian, not-for-profit cemetery. Forest Lawn offers year-round guided tours on various themes and subjects, educational programming,special veteran programming and so much more. Forest Lawn is the only local full-service cemetery for traditional and cremation arrangements listed on the State and National Registries of Historic Places.
Reviewed By chriscP4256WU - Buffalo, United States
Forest Lawn Cemetery is a beautifully landscaped burial ground to some of Buffalo's most famous residents, including President Millard Fillmore and his wife Abigail, Red Jacket, a Seneca Indian Chief, Sara Hinson a school teacher who began Flag Day, and Rick James a rock star, to name just a few. You can take a self-guided walking tour or one offered by the staff. There are beautiful monuments, family mausoleums, tress and ponds throughout the 269 acres. It is a great place for a walk, run or a picnic.
4. St Joseph's Cathedral
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 69 reviews
MASS TIMES: Saturday at 4:30 pm; Sunday at 8:00 am & 10:30 am (choir) Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 12:10 pm Tuesday & Thursday at 7:15 am Confession after daily Mass and at 4:00 pm on Saturday
5. Underground Railroad River Crossing
6. Sahlen Field
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 303 reviews
Reviewed By kimpastorius - Brantford, Canada
I've always preferred attending minor league baseball games because you can get so close to the action and these guys are on the verge of playing in the big time.
7. Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 492 reviews
Theodore Roosevelt was inaugurated as President of the United States in 1901 in Buffalo, NY, after the assassination of President William McKinley. Exhibits focus on the assassination and inauguration, details of Roosevelt's life and consequential issues of the day no less important to citizens more than a century later. Visitors can also tour nearby historic neighborhoods.
Reviewed By hduck50 - Hancock, United States
This was a great place to learn more about Theodore Roosevelt. Learn how he became the president and what challenges did he have. See where he was sworn in as president. Right now you can take a tour with your family up to 6 people. Make sure call and make a reservation ad you need to at this time.
8. Elmwood Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 258 reviews
The Elmwood Village, one of America's 10 Best Neighborhoods, as designated by the American Planning Association, and Buffalo/Niagara's most vibrant shopping, dining and cultural district, can be enjoyed year-round. Whether you're already in the neighborhood, elsewhere in Western New York, or visiting from across the border, the Elmwood Village is a wonderful destination.
Reviewed By happywaterdog - Annapolis, United States
Comfortable and convenient, Elmwood Village Inn is a cozy place to enjoy the neighborhood (and lots to enjoy) as well as have access to all the other joys of the area (downtown, niagra, etc). Rooms are unique and functional for 2...some have more space than others. Outside porch is a great pace to watch the word go by. Public space on first floor with small dining area would work well in cooler months. Parking was never an issue but is limited at busy evening times. All rooms are located upstairs and,like all old houses, you at folks coming and going. This is a great place to stay for a feel-like-you-are-at-home Buffalo stay.
9. KeyBank Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 560 reviews
Reviewed By 983stevey - Silver Spring, United States
Key Bank....(in the past - HSBC Arena) is a great place for Ice Hockey. Loved the atmosphere. I believe there are only 2 other arenas that are better - Pepsi Center and Gila River Arena. Fans were great but Buffalo choked as usual and lost 2-3 to the San Jose Sharks.
