Location: Buffalo
Top Things to do in Buffalo
What to do and see in Buffalo, New York (NY): The Best Points of Interest & 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. 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
2. Walter V. Davidson House
3. The Electric Tower
4. 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.
5. One M&T Plaza
6. Ellicott Square Building
7. Canalside
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,049 reviews
Canalside is at the heart of Buffalo's waterfront revitalization. Located on 21 historic waterfront acres that hosts hundreds of events and hundreds of thousands of visitors annually, Fun Happens Here.
Reviewed By Bhughes5775 - Cumming, United States
Easy access for boaters Lots to do canal side Walking to restaurants or take train (free “above ground “)great for kids Summer activity
8. Silo City
9. William R. Heath House
10. Fountain Plaza
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By jilliedenise
This was right near our hotel, the Hyatt Regency. I love to ice skate, so I brought my own on the plane from Florida since I had seen this place. It was just as advertised. Lots of fun and we felt like we were with the locals.
