Nicknamed The Queen City and The City of Good Neighbors, the second-largest city in New York State may be known to outsiders only as the home of the Buffalo Bills, or perhaps the birthplace of Americas favorite bar grub chicken wings. But theres so much more to uncover in the exciting city of Buffalo! From its turn-of-the-century architecture, vibrant downtown and eclectic cuisine to its proximity to exciting theme parks, museums and, of course, Niagara Falls its time to discover an All-American city unlike any other.
The best place to get to know any city is, perhaps, its downtown area. Just minutes from your
Buffalo hotel room, youll find an abundance of nightclubs, bars, restaurants, cafs and one-of-a-kind art galleries to peruse, as well as a thriving theatre district, which is home to historic Shea's Buffalo Performing Arts Center and a variety of playhouses boasting everything from hot Broadway shows to local productions. If youre visiting during the warm months, May through October, youll be able to partake in an exciting downtown street festival or the bevy of other festivals that happen each weekend throughout the many neighborhoods in Buffalo.
Of course, Buffalo is not all about partying. A visit to the area just wouldnt be complete without a day spent at the Buffalo Museum of Science, northeast of the downtown area. From its hand-on exhibits and impressive collections, to its fascinating interactive displays, everyone in the family will love exploring its many features. A trip to the third oldest zoo in the U.S. is also a must. Located in the Delaware Park area, the Buffalo Zoo is outdone only by Niagara Falls when it comes to being the most visited attraction in Western New York. Spend the day strolling through the many fascinating animal exhibits and beautiful garden areas. If modern and contemporary art is your thing, dont miss the impressive collections at the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, also in Delaware Park. Architecture buffs visiting the area may already know that Buffalo is home to more Frank Lloyd Wright structures than any other city in the U.S., with the exception of Chicago. So be sure to see the amazing Darwin D. Martin House Complex, featuring one of the most important designs of Frank Lloyd Wright's career.
Thrills and spills more your style? Here are two attractions you wont want to miss: Darien Lake Theme and Martins Fantasy Island, Darien Lake Theme Park features an abundance of white-knuckle rides, including Predator, the tallest wooden coaster in the state and one of the top wooden coasters in the world. Martin's Fantasy Island boasts more than 100 rides, including "The Silver Comet", the latest classic wooden coaster in Western New York! Both have water parks and extreme H2O attractions. If shopping is your idea of excitement, be sure to visit Walden Galleria and Boulevard Mall. Together they boast exceptional stores such as Coach, Sephora, Williams-Sonoma, Banana Republic and many more.
Most people come to this area for a chance to take in the stunning beauty of Niagara Falls. Niagara Falls State Park is the best place to get up-close and personal with the American and Horseshoe Falls. Set sail on the Maid of the Mist for an unforgettable experience with one of the worlds natural wonders, discover the history of the falls via the many historic sites and museums, or take a helicopter tour for a view of the falls you wont get anywhere else.
Adventure, culture, history and natural wonders all await just outside your
Buffalo hotel room. Discover Western New York and experience all that this fascinating area has to offer.
