things to do in Buffalo, NY

Try a new angle on fishing from a paddleboard or kayak

Discover coastal paddling at any skill level

Pair a coastal paddle with a margarita on the patio

Build your paddling skills, from balance to pivot turns

See the Erie Canal's only double lock set raise your boat 50 feet

Tour the USA side by day, then return at night for the Niagara Falls illumination show

Experience Niagara Falls up close on a guided walk and thrilling Maid of the Mist cruise

Explore Buffalo's waterfront history on a narrated harbor cruise

See Buffalo's waterfront stories unfold from the water

Set sail on Buffalo’s harbor with yacht rock and summer drinks

See Lake Erie's sea cliffs from a wind-powered catamaran

Step into Erie Canal history among restored locks and lock tender sculptures

Explore the falls with a local guide, then get closer at Cave of the Winds

Enjoy a Scenic Summer Rail Ride with Live Entertainment

Explore Buffalo Harbor under sail

Get closer to the cascades and uncover the stories behind the Falls

Share a holiday train ride with Santa, his elves, and a small toy for every child

Discover the power of Niagara Falls on a guided visit that bundles Maid of the Mist boat ride and Cave of the Winds access.

See the Buffalo skyline and two countries' shorelines from the water

Sail Sunday evening while supporting a local cause

Savor a buffet dinner with live music on Buffalo Harbor

Trace Buffalo’s story across its river, canal, and lake

Explore Buffalo’s waterfront history with stories told from the harbor

Make the trip your own with customizable stops along Lake Erie's shoreline