| As the second largest city in New York behind New | | | | to Kleinhans Music Hall, where you can catch the |
| York City, Buffalo has a number of outstanding | | | | world-renowned Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, or to |
| attractions to entice visitors. Travel to this intriguing | | | | Shea's Performing Arts Center, which stages |
| city of sights and culture in 2008, and see what all | | | | spectacular productions and concerts year-round. And |
| the excitement is about! | | | | if you have an eye for local arts and crafts, don't |
| Begin your tour of Buffalo with a stroll through its | | | | miss the yearly Allentown Art Festival and the |
| beautiful city centre, where a number of architectural | | | | Elmwood Festival of Arts - renowned for displaying |
| treasures await. The Guaranty Building, for instance, | | | | original, hand-crafted goods. |
| stands as one of the world's first steel-supported | | | | As a melting pot of colourful cultures, Buffalo is |
| buildings, while the Hotel Buffalo was the first hotel in | | | | certainly a treasure trove when it comes to cuisine. |
| the world to feature a private bath in each room. | | | | Visitors can whet their palates with everything from |
| Visitors can also marvel at a number of buildings | | | | Italian and Polish food to German, Greek and Jewish |
| designed by world-renowned architect Frank Lloyd | | | | culinary delights. And if you're after some original local |
| Wright, including the Darwin Martin House, the | | | | favourites, don't miss out on a bowl of Buffalo |
| Graycliff Estate and the boathouse on Buffalo's Black | | | | Chicken Wings, Beef on Weck, or a refreshing beer |
| Rock Canal. | | | | brewed by Buffalo's very own Flying Bison Brewing |
| Buffalo is also known for its various city parks | | | | Company. |
| (twenty, to be exact!), perfect for the city-goer who | | | | For those who are up for a lively night on the town |
| enjoys a spot of serenity. Olmsted Park and | | | | in Buffalo, a customary 4 a.m. last call is sure to |
| Parkway System are among the gems of Buffalo's | | | | appeal. Various nightlife districts have emerged in |
| natural landscape, with three-quarters of the city's | | | | Buffalo, with the most prominent being West |
| park land belonging within the system. Moreover, | | | | Chippewa Street. This region boasts countless dance |
| Buffalo is located close to vast natural attractions, | | | | clubs, pubs, bars and restaurants, not to mention a |
| including Lake Erie, Niagara Falls and Canada's Golden | | | | string of coffee houses for a more relaxed scene. |
| Horseshoe. So whether you're after a fun-filled city | | | | Allentown, another social district, is also full of bars, |
| break or a getaway amid the region's natural beauty, | | | | but exudes a more laid back vibe. And remember - |
| Buffalo, New York offers the perfect option. | | | | New York City is just a 6.5 hour drive away, offering |
| Art aficionados will also have much to look forward | | | | even more excitement during your trip to Buffalo. |
| to in Buffalo. The city is home to over 50 public and | | | | If you're planning a trip to Buffalo, rest assured that |
| private art galleries, including the famous | | | | you'll find a number of hotels in Buffalo, New York to |
| Albright-Knox Gallery, which boasts a world-class | | | | suit your taste and budget. Whether you're after an |
| collection of modern pieces. Various small galleries and | | | | exciting city break or a relaxing getaway amid the |
| studios, such as the Hallwalls Contemporary Arts | | | | region's natural splendours, Buffalo is sure to deliver. |
| Center and the Burchfield-Penney Art Center, also | | | | So visit this spectacular city in 2008, and see what |
| promote the local art scene of Buffalo. | | | | countless tourists are drawn to each year! |
| Interested in the city's performing arts scene? Head | | | | |