Seeing Buffalo from the Water on a Buffalo River History Tour
Buffalo might be known today for its cold winters, famous chicken wings, and the nearby Niagara Falls. However, for many years, it was one of the gateways to the West …
Erie County
What It’s Like to Visit the Buffalo Naval Park
If you find yourself driving or walking past the Buffalo waterfront, you can’t miss the large naval ships floating in the harbor. These two large boats and one submarine are …
Touring Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House in Buffalo
Located in a residential area of Buffalo only two blocks from the Buffalo Zoo, you’ll find one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s most heralded homes: the Martin House. Known officially as …
What It’s Like to Visit the Buffalo Museum of Science
There are many great museums in western New York, and one of my favorites is the Buffalo Museum of Science. The Buffalo Museum of Science is located in Martin Luther …
Family Fun at Explore & More: Buffalo’s Children’s Museum
There are many great things to do with kids in Buffalo, New York, but none are better than the Explore & More Children’s Museum. Explore & More Children’s Museum opened …
How to Get to Glen Falls Near Buffalo, New York
When you think of waterfalls near Buffalo, it’s likely that Niagara Falls springs immediately to mind. However, if you are looking for a much more peaceful spot, don’t miss the …
The Richardson Hotel Review: Spending the Night in a Historic Asylum in Buffalo
Throughout New York, there are many unique and historic hotels. However, few have the history and quality of The Richardson Hotel in Buffalo. (Check current prices here) This property, which …
Overlooking Buffalo from the Buffalo City Hall Observation Deck
One of my favorite things to do when visiting a city is to get above it all at an observation deck. So, when I visited Buffalo for the first time, …
Trying Beef on Weck at Schwabl’s in Buffalo
While Buffalo wings get all the attention, there’s another Buffalo-area creation that’s just as delectable and even more historic: beef on weck. Beef on Weck is the more commonly used …
Eating at Buffalo’s Anchor Bar: Home of the Original Buffalo Wings
Throughout the United States, there are foods so synonymous with a city that they are known by its name: Philly cheesesteaks, Chicago-style pizza, and Memphis barbeque to name three. Buffalo …