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Spirit of Buffalo - Buffalo Sailing Adventures
Ollie #1 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
5 of 5 stars 51 reviews
Owner description: Sail back in time aboard the schooner Spirit of Buffalo. Rediscover old world sailing on a classic 73 foot coastal sailing vessel.Join the crew and...... more » Owner description: Sail back in time aboard the schooner Spirit of Buffalo. Rediscover old world sailing on a classic 73 foot coastal sailing vessel.Join the crew and hoist the sails, or just sit back, relax and take in the experience. Revel in the moment as our magnificent red sails capture the wind and the Spirit sails off to a place time forgot. « less
Attraction type  Ships
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex
Ollie #2 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
4.5 of 5 stars 45 reviews
Owner description: Considered Frank Lloyd Wright's greatest "Prairie House," this five-structure complex was designed and built from 1903 to 1905. The 362 art glass...... more » Owner description: Considered Frank Lloyd Wright's greatest "Prairie House," this five-structure complex was designed and built from 1903 to 1905. The 362 art glass windows, a Wright trademark, along with his horizontal lines and sharp angles, are pleasing to Wright novices and devotees alike. « less
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
Distance  6.1 km from city centre
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Buffalo City Hall
Ollie #3 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
4.5 of 5 stars 32 reviews

Buffalo City Hall must be seen to be believed!  Construction of Buffalo City Hall commenced in 1929 and was completed around two years later.  It cost approximately $8 million to... more »

Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Observation Decks/ Towers; Government Buildings
Distance  0.1 km from city centre
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Allentown
Ollie #4 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods
Distance  1.6 km from city centre
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Guaranty / Prudential Building
Ollie #5 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews

A masterpiece of American architecture, the  Guaranty Building was designed by the Chicago firm of Adler and Sullivan.  This is the same firm that once employed Frank Lloyd Wright... more »

Attraction type  Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Forest Lawn Cemetery
Ollie #6 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews

  Buffalo's Forest Lawn Cemetery dates back to 1849.  It is set on a beautiful land full of a variety of mature trees, gentle hills, dabbling brooks, picturesque bridges and a... more »

Attraction type  Cemeteries
Distance  4.2 km from city centre
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Buffalo & Erie County Naval and Military Park
Ollie #7 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
4.5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Attraction type  Military Bases/ Facilities; Military Museums
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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HSBC Arena
Ollie #8 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  1.1 km from city centre
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Dunn Tire Park
Ollie #9 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
This is the home field of the Cleveland Indians' Triple-A team, the Buffalo Bisons.
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  0.5 km from city centre
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Albright-Knox Art Gallery
Ollie #10 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
4 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Attraction type  Art Galleries; Art Museums
Distance  5.2 km from city centre
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Wilcox Mansion - Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
Ollie #11 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
4 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Owner description: Theodore (Teddy) Roosevelt was inaugurated as President of the United States at this lovely site, the Wilcox Mansion, in 1901, after the assassination...... more » Owner description: Theodore (Teddy) Roosevelt was inaugurated as President of the United States at this lovely site, the Wilcox Mansion, in 1901, after the assassination of President William McKinley. Exhibits focus on the assassination and inauguration, details of Roosevelt's life and turn-of-the-century America. Visitors can also view period gardens and tour nearby historic neighborhoods. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  1.8 km from city centre
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Elmwood Strip
Ollie #12 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews

Elmwood Avenue, part of the "Elmwood Village," is a great place for strolling, window shopping and for restaurants.  In fact, JP Losman, QB for the Buffalo Bills and Los Angeles... more »

Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Neighbourhoods
Distance  6.7 km from city centre
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Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens
Ollie #13 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Owner description: An oasis of breathtaking beauty, these gardens - filled with flowers, plants, herbs and cacti from around the world - are housed inside an 1890s...... more » Owner description: An oasis of breathtaking beauty, these gardens - filled with flowers, plants, herbs and cacti from around the world - are housed inside an 1890s Victorian glass-domed greenhouse. The site, designed by New York Central Park creator Frederick Law Olmstead, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. « less
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  7.8 km from city centre
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Queen City Ferry Company
Ollie #14 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Owner description: The newly christened Queen City Ferry is a wonderful addition to downtown Buffalo's harbors. This extremely affordable water taxi runs seven days a...... more » Owner description: The newly christened Queen City Ferry is a wonderful addition to downtown Buffalo's harbors. This extremely affordable water taxi runs seven days a week, 10:30AM to 8:00PM, rain or shine. It docks at the Central Wharf and alternates all day between an inner harbor and an outer harbor loop. The inner harbor loop features two stops; one at the beautiful Riverfest Park and the other at the base of the lively restaurant, Templeton Landing, in the Erie Basin Marina, while the outer harbor loop features a stop at the NFTA Boat Harbor, home to the popular restaurant Dug's Dive. One way passes are $3 for children and seniors and $4 for adults, round trip tickets are as low as $6 for children and seniors and $8 for adults, while all day passes are a steal at $10 for children and seniors and $12 for adults. Don't miss out on the ease of this hop-on hop-off style of water travel! « less
Attraction type  Ferries/ Boats
Distance  9.5 km from city centre
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Kavinoky Theater
Ollie #15 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus
Ollie #16 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Owner description: The Chorus, an independent non-profit organization with more than one hundred auditioned voices, is comprised of skilled and committed singers who...... more » Owner description: The Chorus, an independent non-profit organization with more than one hundred auditioned voices, is comprised of skilled and committed singers who continually develop and pursue a tradition of excellence.The Chorus continues to appear at various locations throughout Western New York including Artpark, Albright-Knox Art Gallery, Buffalo Museum of Science, Our Lady of Victory Basilica, and the Chautauqua Institution.The Chorus celebrates its 75th Anniversary in September!!!! Come share the joy of singing for 75 years! « less
Attraction type  Performances
Distance  11.2 km from city centre
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Erie Basin Marina
Ollie #17 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Marinas
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
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New York Central Terminal
Ollie #18 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  3.7 km from city centre
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The Buffalo Zoo
Ollie #19 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
3.5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Owner description: The third-oldest zoo in the U.S., housed on 23 acres, features over 1000 animals from throughout the world in natural settings, plus more than 300...... more » Owner description: The third-oldest zoo in the U.S., housed on 23 acres, features over 1000 animals from throughout the world in natural settings, plus more than 300 species of plants. Gorillas in a rainforest, lion and tiger habitats, a petting zoo, giant Brazilian cockroaches, polar bears and a clan of buffalo are the highlights. « less
Attraction type  Zoos; Gardens
Distance  6.3 km from city centre
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Erie Basin Marina Gardens
Ollie #20 of 83 attractions in Buffalo
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews

Erie Basin Marina Gardens If you are ever looking for a relaxing and free evening outdoors, the Erie Basin Marina and their beautiful gardens and riverfront walkway is the place... more »

Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
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