Things To Do in Buffalo, NY

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Living In Buffalo, NY

The city of Buffalo usually surprises visitors. This is a city with a tough exterior, but underneath the surface there is plenty of expressive charm that makes it a place most definitely worth exploring. Perhaps the first thing that will strike you about Buffalo is the fact that all four seasons are fairly aligned with the yearly calendar. The spring and summers are warm and inviting, and while the autumns bring the changing of the leaves and cooler weather, the Buffalo winters are legendary for testing anyone's physical limits. But that snow and ice never seems to stop the highly enthusiastic sports fans who live here, as they will brave any conditions to root for their football team, the Buffalo Bills. And while there's plenty of interest in sports, Buffalo also features a dazzling nightlife that offers everything from laid-back pubs and sports bars to glitzy dance venues and high-end supper clubs.

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Lake Erie and Lake Ontario

Whether you want to take to the water in your own vessel or just jump right in, Buffalo offers two prime locations for your aquatic recreation endeavors. Buffalo has the geographic advantage of being located near two of the Great Lakes—Lake Erie and Lake Ontario. Such close proximity offers excellent opportunities for watersports when the weather is warm. The kids will love swimming, and dad will equally enjoy taking the boat out for a fishing excursion a little further out from the shore.

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Balloons Over Letchworth

Up, up and away on a tour that is truly uplifting! Experience the one-of-a-kind thrill of riding in a hot air balloon when you experience Balloons Over Letchworth. The Letchworth runs 17 miles and features 20 waterfalls as well as 600 feet of awe-inspiring gorges that you will glide over in your hot air balloon ride. This rustic landscape was once home to the Seneca Indians. The ride also includes the Upper Falls, which are 70 feet high and are truly captivating, especially when viewed from a hot air balloon. For safety reasons, no children under 12 are permitted to take the tour.

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