Buffalo Travel Guide 2026
Your complete guide to Top 10 restaurants, hotels, and things to do in Buffalo. Things to Do, Eat & Stay â plus curated category hubs for New York, United States.
Great Lakes city reinventing its waterfront and architectural landmarks.
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Pop. ~280k330 km² (127 sq mi)EST/EDT (UTCâ5/â4)BUFErie Canal terminus; Great Lakes induâŚ
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| Population | approximately 280 thousand (2020 census, city) |
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| Area | approximately 330 km² (127 sq mi) (city limits) |
| Elevation | approximately 180 m |
| Founded / established | Erie Canal terminus; Great Lakes industrial heritage |
| Time zone | EST/EDT (UTCâ5/â4) |
| Nearest airport | Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) |
| Languages | English |
| Nicknames | Queen City of the Great Lakes |
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- Last updated: March 2026
- 1 active categories and 10 ranked listings.
- Overall city score: 7.3/10.
- Cost level: $$.
- Top categories: Restaurants & Food (10).
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