Get a feel for what the Buffalo has to offer and connect to the soul of the city. Explore the city’s diverse offerings, and find the best of what each neighborhood has to offer—from the heart of downtown to the shores of Lake Erie.
Visit Erie Basin Marina and Canalside. Pay close attention—the marina was built in the shape of a Buffalo! Check out the view of Buffalo’s oldest architectural landmark, the 1833 lighthouse.
Next, take some time to check out the WWII military relics at the Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park.
Take a stroll down the architectural majesty of “Millionaires’ Row” on Delaware Avenue.
Tour the recently renovated Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site.
Head to the Irish Classical Theatre Company. The seating is in the round, so you’ll never be more than 20 feet from the stage!
Shea’s Performing Arts Center features Broadway shows in a venue that has been called “the most beautiful theater in North America.”
Enjoy Larkin Square for entertainment and special events. Food Truck Tuesdays shouldn’t be missed!
Visit Buffalo City Hall and go to the observation deck for a beautiful view of both Lake Erie and Buffalo.
Browse the shops in downtown Buffalo’s fun and trendy Elmwood Village, Hertel Avenue and Allentown.
Relax aboard the Buffalo Harbor Cruises or try the Spirit of Buffalo schooner.
Visit the Burchfield Penney Art Center. Located in the museum district, the center features art and artists of Western New York.
Attend a dinner theater production at O’Connell & Co. Productions. Later, try your luck at the Seneca Niagara Casino, Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino or Fairgrounds Gaming and Raceway.
Things to Explore on the Spirit of the City Tour
Canalside Buffalo
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
Irish Classical Theatre Company at Andrews Theatre
Shea's Buffalo
Larkin Square
Buffalo City Hall
65 Niagara Square
Buffalo, NY, 14202
Buffalo, NY, 14202
(716)851-4200
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Buffalo Harbor Cruises - Miss Buffalo
Spirit of Buffalo
O'Connell & Company
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
Hamburg Gaming
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Earn Your Badges: Scout Tour
The Buffalo Niagara region is a badge-seekers paradise—scouts honor! With zoos, aquariums, parks, and preserves there are plenty of opportunities to interact with nature. Discover the history of the Buffalo Niagara region by touring one of several historical educational centers. By the time your scouts leave, their sashes will be full of badges!
Buffalo Technical Tour
Pioneers of all things from auto parts to beer, medicine to kazoos, we’re here to showcase our skills to every interest. Get your gears moving and generate some brain power by seeing how things are made right here in Buffalo Niagara!
Makin’ Memories: Family Fun Tour
For kids and kids at heart, fun awaits in Buffalo Niagara. From the fireworks blasting high above the baseball diamond to the roar of lions and tigers, or a live reimagining of fairy tale favorites, we’ve got a treasure chest full of enjoyment for every member of the family.
Spirit of the Seasons Tour
Behold winter’s majesty in true Buffalo Niagara fashion by experiencing the sights, sounds and flavors of the holiday season. Find gifts for your loved ones, take in the decorations presented by several of our cultural institutions, and ring in cheer with live renditions of holiday classics.
Gardening Tour
Buffalo hosts the largest garden event of its kind in the country, and our Botanical Gardens reside in a Frederick Law Olmsted designed park—just one of several parks designed by him in the area. Prepare to be amazed by the flora and fauna of the Buffalo Niagara region!
Spirit of the City Tour
Get a feel for what the Buffalo has to offer and connect to the soul of the city. Explore the city’s diverse offerings, and find the best of what each neighborhood has to offer—from the heart of downtown to the shores of Lake Erie.
Houses of Worship Tour
For generations, believers and non-believers alike have been inspired by the art enshrined in Buffalo’s houses of worship. Radiant stained-glass, paintings that have no equal, magnificent sculpture and ornamentation, handmade bricks, terra cotta and tile work—and it’s all there for you to enjoy.
Nature’s Splendor Tour
Professional greenthumb? Leisurely ornithologist? Home to a legendary Frederick Law Olmsted park system and Niagara Falls State Park, Buffalo Niagara is a nature lover’s dream come true. Rolling hills, cavernous gorges, waterfront vistas, and a rich ecology combine to create the beautiful landscape of this region.
Historical Treasures Tour
Buffalo Niagara is home to several significant historical events and figures. Discover our amazing historical institutions, ranging from the Revolutionary War era to the Civil Rights Movement. History buffs will be elated to travel through time and examine how the Buffalo region has become what it is today.
Art, Architecture & Culture
Whether you’re seeking inspiration or jaw-dropping sights, Buffalo Niagara is home to an impressive array of cultural and architectural wonders. Be prepared to be amazed by the world-class level of craftsmanship and artful masterworks that reside in our region.
All Wright All Day
Scouts can learn about geology, astronomy, ornithology, and paleontology while fulfilling requirements for various badges at the Penn Dixie Paleontological and Outdoor Education Center.
“Toss the Textbooks” Interactive Student Tour
Close up the books and get hands-on with interactive education experiences. Home to pioneers of science and trailblazers of innovation, and rich with American history, Buffalo Niagara makes learning an active experience for young minds.