Downtown Buffalo Travel Guide
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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.
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 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.
University At Buffalo - North Campus
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University At Buffalo - North Campus during your trip to Amherst. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Top hotels in Downtown Buffalo
Wyndham Garden Buffalo Downtown
"Late checking and was very accomodating. Rooms were very nice. Staff was awesome and friendly. Nice breakfast."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Buffalo / Hotel and Conference Center
"Amazing time!"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buffalo Downtown - Medical CTR by IHG
"You have to park two blocks away in a ramp and pay.. my car got broken into while I stayed two nights broke my car door lock that was the biggest downside the property itself is fine. The breakfast is good for a hotel."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Lenox Hotel and Suites
"So disgusted with the property (it is a transient hotel with “permanent” residents that smoke (cigarettes and pot), there are no “suites” at the inn & suites, there was no hair dryer, the tv shut down 5 minutes after starting it, no drawers to put clothes, 3 hangers…we left after 1 night."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Curtiss Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Downtown
"This hotel is pretty good. Room was clean, if uninspiring. Staff were friendly and quick. For the price it would be nice to have waters, coffee in the morning, and breakfast included. Nickel and diming us for water and coffee is nuts."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Buffalo
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.
North Buffalo
North Buffalo is well liked for its live music and zoo. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Buffalo Zoo and Buffalo AKG Art Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Amherst Street Station or Lasalle Station to get around.
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.
Masten Park
While you're in Masten Park, take in top sights like War Memorial Stadium and jump on the metro at Utica Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Buffalo Travel Guide
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