Things to Do in Buffalo, NY

Whether you're just visiting or looking to move here, see what this amazing city has to offer.

FAMILY DESTINATIONS

Being so close to one of the world's natural wonders; Niagara Falls, and a central travel point between Pennsylvania, Canada, and the rest of New York, Buffalo has a lot to offer families.

Fantasy Island

Located on Grand Island, Fantasy Island features 32 attractions, 7 of which are in the water park and 3 are roller coasters.

Marineland

Marineland, just outside of Niagara Falls on the Canadian side, this themed amusement park features shows and attractions based on aquatic wildlife.

Six Flags® Darien Lake

Six Flags® Darien Lake is a thrill seekers paradise with 8 different roller coasters and countless other attractions. Positioned southwest of Monroe County, it also features campgrounds, waterpark, and a concert amphitheater.

Buffalo Zoo

This 23.5 acre AZA accredited zoo is the third oldest in the nation.

Erie County Parks

The Erie County Department of Parks, Recreation and Forestry provides residents opportunities to enjoy recreational pursuits in natural settings on a year round basis and protects regionally important areas of scenic, environmental and cultural heritage significance.

HISTORY

Founded shortly after the American Revolution, Buffalo - Niagara is covered in historic significance; all of which still resonates with the area to this day. Take a look at just some of the area's museums and historical sites below.

Albright-Knox Art Gallery

Art collection since 1862 in the heart of Buffalo’s cultural district. Displaying works by artists from Picasso to Warhol.

Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village

This living history museum takes you back to a simpler time. The village strives to highlight the heritage of Erie County on this 35-acre recreation of the historic Buffalo - Niagara region, complete with interactive costumed interpreters.

Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site

Part of the National Park Service, Buffalo is only one of a couple locations where a U.S. President has been inaugurated outside of Washington, D.C. Step back in time and witness the, unfortunate, events that led to Teddy Roosevelt becoming the 26th President of the United States.

Buffalo History Museum

A cultural hub of the local area’s business, science, technology, and natural history, The Buffalo History Museum maintains collections spanning the vast develoment of the city from Native American culture, through the American wars, industrial era, and popular area icons in sports as well as other media.

Naval & Military Park

Tour the harbor, learn about American involvement in the World Wars with documents, uniforms, gear, photographs, etc. on three unique vessels of the U.S. Navy; the USS Little Rock missile cruiser, USS The Sullivans destroyer, and the USS Croaker submarine. You can even spend the night on-board.

Underground Railroad Heritage Center

This center unveils an authentic experience into the many stories of abolitionists and those seeking freedom from slavery through the Underground Railroad to inspire visitors on the injustices from yesteryear in order to apply them to similar inequalities today.

CEPA Gallery

The globally recognized Contemporary Photography & Visual Arts Center is located in Buffalo’s Market Arcade Complex and dedicated to fostering creativity through educational exhibits.

LOCAL TEAMS

If you are a sports fan, Buffalo does not lack in that department. Take a look below at some of the area's top teams and become a fan today.

Buffalo Bills

Professional National Football League team that plays at New Era Field in Orchard Park.

Buffalo Sabres

Professional National Hockey League team that plays at KeyBank Center in Downtown Buffalo.

Buffalo Bandits

Professional National Lacrosse League team that plays at KeyBank Center in Downtown Buffalo.

Buffalo Bulls

NCAA Division I Men's basketball team out of the University at Buffalo Alumni Arena.

Buffalo Bisons

Minor League baseball team that plays at Sahlen Field. Affiliate to the Toronto Blue Jays MLB team.

PUBLIC VENUES

Gaming, sports, skiing, and fun; Buffalo provides venues for all sorts of fun.

For a list of area public golf courses visit stepoutbuffalo.com

New Era Field

New Era Field, originally Rich Stadium and known as Ralph Wilson Stadium from 1998 to 2015, is a stadium in Orchard Park, New York, a suburb south of Buffalo. Opened in 1973, it is the home of the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League.

KeyBank Center

KeyBank Center, formerly known as Marine Midland Arena, HSBC Arena and First Niagara Center, is a multipurpose indoor arena located in downtown Buffalo, New York.

Buffalo Ski Center

Buffalo Ski Club brings together three ski areas — Sitzmarker Ski Club, Ski Tamarack and Buffalo Ski Club—and covers 300 acres with 43 trails ranging in terrain from expert to beginner. The area is serviced by two chair lifts, two t-bars and two handle lifts. Both stationary and mobile snowmaking guns can cover most of the area to supplement Mother Nature’s offerings.

Kissing Bridge Resort

Kissing Bridge has 39 slopes spread out over 700 acres. There’s lots of great terrain perfect for the beginner or intermediate skier or rider, plus several challenging slopes for advanced. Serviced by 9 lifts, it is easy to see that at KB you will spend more time on the slopes and less time in the lift line!

Sahlen Field

Sahlen Field is a 16,600-seat baseball park in Buffalo, New York, which hosted its first regular season baseball game on April 14, 1988, as the tenants of the facility, the Buffalo Bisons, defeated the Denver Zephyrs, 1–0. HOK Sport designed the park as one of the first retro-classic ballparks

Batavia Downs

Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel is a casino, hotel, resort, and half-mile horse racetrack with live horse racing from July to December, located in Batavia, NY.

Hamburg Gaming

Visit Hamburg Gaming in Hamburg, NY for thrilling gaming, great bars and excellent events near Buffalo and Niagara Falls, NY.

Seneca-Niagara Resort & Casino

Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino in Niagara Falls, NY USA boasts a AAA Four-Diamond hotel with 604 rooms, exciting full-service casino & top-tier amenities.

THE ARTS

The Buffalo-Niagara area is a creative hub for the performing arts whose artistic roots are integral to its core.

Kleinhans Music Hall

Performance auditorium established by The Kleinhans Family for music, dance & orchestral concerts. Home to the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra.

Shea’s Buffalo Theatre

Part of Shea’s Performing Arts Center, “The Wonder Theatre” is one of Broadway’s top destinations in the nation.

Shea’s 710 Theatre

Another of Shea’s PAC, the former Studio Arena showcases local productions and smaller Broadway hits.

Shea’s Smith Theatre

The final theatre on Shea’s campus, Smith shows Off-Broadway, comedy, and local acts.

Paul Robeson Theatre

Important part of the African American Cultural Center of Buffalo, highlighting African American theatre artists of the area.

The Kavinoky Theatre

Historic balcony theatre showing the talents of local professional productions in the style of a traditional repertory company.

Irish Classical Theatre Company

Classic and contemporary live performances mainly from Irish playwrights.

Buffalo: City in Motion