Waterfront Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Waterfront
Popular places to visit
Canalside
Explore the great outdoors at Canalside, a lovely green space in Buffalo. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.
University At Buffalo - North Campus
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University At Buffalo - North Campus during your trip to Amherst. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Highmark Stadium
Catch an event at Highmark Stadium during your trip to Orchard Park. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
KeyBank Center
Catch an event at KeyBank Center during your trip to Buffalo. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Walden Galleria Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Walden Galleria Mall during your visit to Cheektowaga. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Buffalo State College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Buffalo State College during your trip to Buffalo. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Activities
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided Tour
Wing Ride: The Hidden History of Chicken Wings Bike Tour
The History Ride: The Best of Buffalo by Bike
Niagara Falls US-Side In-Depth Small Group Tour from Buffalo
Niagara Falls Small Group In Depth Tour with Buffalo Pickup
Niagara Falls USA: Full-Day Scenic Tour from Buffalo!
Our pick of the best Waterfront Hotel Deals
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
"Great place to take the family for a couple of days. Hotel was clean. They permit smoking in the hotel so just be ready for that smell."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
M Hotel Buffalo
"Great stay! Only downside to the specific suite we stayed in is there was no daylight aside from the pool area which was viewed from the window."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Buffalo Airport Hotel
"Great staff. Older and not fancy decor but honestly for the money if you’re looking for a clean safe place to stay at a super cheap price I’d recommend this all day"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Comfort Inn The Pointe
"Best location. Right next to the Falls. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Brekfast area is very dated and was not clean. Also the staff managing the breakfast were very rude. Items were not being replenished and had to wait a long time to get what you want."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Sheraton Niagara Falls
"It was a good place but they charge to much and we have to pay for the parking too"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Wingate By Wyndham Niagara Falls
"The walk to Niagara Falls was so worth staying at this hotel. You could take the scenic route along the river that took about 15 minutes or you could take the street route with all the restaraunt an and souvenir shops which was about 10 minutes. They also had a free shuttle to the falls. The housekeeping ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waterfront
Columbus
While visiting Columbus, you might make a stop by sights like Chippewa District and FBI Buffalo Field Office.
Downtown Buffalo
Known for its great bars and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Buffalo. You can visit top attractions like Chippewa District and Statler Tower, and jump on the metro at Fountain Plaza Station or Lafayette Square Station to see more of the city.
Buffalo Theater District
Theatres, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of Buffalo Theater District. Make a stop by Shea's Performing Arts Center or Chippewa District while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fountain Plaza Station or Lafayette Square Station to get around town.
Allentown
Allentown is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Wilcox Mansion - Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site and Theater of Youth.
Front Park
While visiting Front Park, you might make a stop by sights like Kleinhans Music Hall and Lake Erie.
Willert Park
When in Willert Park, you can plan a visit to Shea's Performing Arts Center and Burt Flickinger Athletic Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
