1.) Niagara Falls
One of the Seven Wonders of the World is
located on the outskirts of Buffalo. Niagara Falls is the 7th wonder of the
world. Take a boat ride on the Maid of the Mist to get a up close and personal tour as you are in the water and feel the mist from the falls. The falls is
located in America but you can get a better view just by crossing the
border to Canada.2.) Delaware Park
When you are in the mood for a stroll in the park or canoeing on the lake, Delaware Park is the perfect place to be. This historical park is a family friendly place to play sports such as baseball and tennis. Located in North Buffalo, Delaware Park is near other great attractions in Buffalo such as the Albright-Knox Art Gallery and the Buffalo Zoo.
3.) Waterfront/ Canalside
Lake Erie surrounds the city of Buffalo creating a scenery that is unforgettable. The waterfront is downtown Buffalo's biggest attraction because of the various activities that are done in the water and on the boardwalk. Also known as Canalside, paddle boarding and kayaking is a necessity then after cool down with ice cream. Restaurants such as The Hatch run along the water and for some history there is the Naval and Military Park on the shore. Thursday nights in the summer are never dull with free concerts near the water by well- known bands and artist. In the winter the water freezes and becomes an ice rink.
4.) Eat Chicken Wings!
Buffalo is known for its great food, especially for their chicken wings. There are many franchises in Buffalo to go to such as The Anchor Bar where the first chicken wing was created and Duffs which is known for their famous wings. Local pizzerias will also surprise you with their phenomenal wings that are not served anywhere else.
5.) Mighty Taco
Only open and operated in the Western New York area, Mighty taco is a fast food restaurant that serves Mexican style food and is a must to try when in Buffalo!
6.) Food truck Tuesdays
7.) Buffalo Zoo
The Buffalo Zoo is the third oldest zoo in America. It is home to a variety of species of wildlife from around the world. Over a thousand animals are in the 23 acre park.
8.) Sporting Events
Buffalo fans are proud of their sports teams and show it. They are known to be one of the rowdiest fans in football and hockey. When in town you should catch a Sabres game at the First Niagara Center and see the young Jack Eichel play the game he knows best. Or a Bills game at Ralph Wilson Stadium where the fun does not start when the game does but rather in the parking lot beforehand. Buffalo has its own minor league baseball team, the Buffalo Bisons. It's a great place to take family and friends if you are looking to relax and watch a ball game.
9.) Elmwood Village
Buffalo is a diverse city and there is no better way to show it then with our food and people. If taking a walk or a drive down Elmwood, there are plentiful restaurants of different cultures, Mediterranean food (Arabic, Greek), Asian, Japanese, Mexican and much more! Artistic cafes, vintage and newer boutiques and your everyday shops run along Elmwood Avenue.
10.) Basilica
Our Lady of Victory National Shrine & Basilica is located in Lackawanna NY. Its great paintings, mosaics, and sculptures is what draws over 2,000 people from all over to visit each month. You may not be a religious person but it is a sight to see.
For more places to visit in Buffalo check out the following websites
http://www.10best.com/destinations/new-york/buffalo/attractions/best-attractions-activities/
http://www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/see-do/
This is a good list because it is straight to the point. Many visitors of Buffalo, as well as residents, would be interested in a blog post like this for ideas of what to do in the city.
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