Gateway to Niagara Falls with a resurgent downtown, Frank Lloyd Wright architecture, and the birthplace of the Buffalo wing.

Why Visit Buffalo

Buffalo has reinvented itself from a rust belt city into a destination for architecture fans, food lovers, and travelers using it as a base for Niagara Falls. The city holds one of the largest collections of Frank Lloyd Wright and Louis Sullivan buildings anywhere, and its waterfront on Lake Erie has been transformed with parks, breweries, and boardwalks.

Top Experiences

  • Niagara Falls day trip: The American and Horseshoe Falls sit just twenty minutes from downtown Buffalo, an easy half day excursion.
  • Darwin Martin House: One of Frank Lloyd Wright’s most significant Prairie Style residences, open for guided tours.
  • Canalside: Buffalo’s revitalized waterfront district with kayaking, ice skating, and live music on Lake Erie.
  • Original Anchor Bar: The restaurant that invented the Buffalo wing in 1964, still serving the original recipe.

Book these experiences and more through guided tours from Buffalo.

Private Transfer: Buffalo Airport to Niagara Falls Canada

Private Transfer: Buffalo Airport to Niagara Falls Canada

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Round-Trip Private-Safe Transfer Between Buffalo Airport & Niagara Falls Canada

Round-Trip Private-Safe Transfer Between Buffalo Airport & Niagara Falls Canada

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Private Arrival Transfer: Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Niagara Falls, New York

Private Arrival Transfer: Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Niagara Falls, New York

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Private Taxi Transfer from Buffalo to Niagara Falls Canada

Private Taxi Transfer from Buffalo to Niagara Falls Canada

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From USD 195

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Private ONE-Way Transfer Buffalo Airport (BUF) to Niagara Falls

Private ONE-Way Transfer Buffalo Airport (BUF) to Niagara Falls

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Private Transfer from Buffalo NY to Toronto

Private Transfer from Buffalo NY to Toronto

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Practical Tips

  • Stay in Buffalo and visit Niagara Falls as a day trip to save on cross border hotel costs.
  • Wing sauce heat levels vary widely, ask for medium if you are unsure.
  • Canalside hosts free concerts and events most summer weekends.

FAQ

Is Buffalo a good base for Niagara Falls?
Yes, the Falls are about twenty minutes away, making Buffalo a convenient and often cheaper base than staying directly at the Falls.

What architecture can you see in Buffalo?
Buffalo has an unusually large concentration of Frank Lloyd Wright and Louis Sullivan buildings, including the Darwin Martin House and the Guaranty Building.

Where did Buffalo wings originate?
At the Anchor Bar in downtown Buffalo in 1964, where the original recipe is still served.