Old First Ward
Buffalo
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Popular places to visit

Buffalo Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Buffalo with a stop at Buffalo Lighthouse. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

Highmark Stadium
Catch an event at Highmark Stadium during your trip to Orchard Park. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

University At Buffalo - North Campus
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University At Buffalo - North Campus during your trip to Amherst. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

Buffalo Zoo
See more than 1,200 animals at this small zoo in Buffalo’s Delaware Park. Explore the rainforest building or see the big cats of the African plains.

Canisius College
Explore the campus of Canisius College during your trip to Buffalo. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

Peace Bridge
You can find out about the history of Buffalo when you stop by Peace Bridge. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
Things to do

Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided Tour

Niagara Falls Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour from Toronto

Self-Guided Buffalo Scavenger Hunt: Roaming Buffalo

Niagara Falls USA Tour with Maid of the Mist Boat Ride

Niagara Falls, USA: Guided Tour & Optional Maid of the Mist
Top hotels in Old First Ward

Buffalo Airport Hotel
Room was great. Would recommend to others.
Reviewed on 23 Dec, 2025

Hyatt Regency Buffalo / Hotel and Conference Center
The furniture is a little outdated, but other than that, it’s a great hotel.
Reviewed on 27 Dec, 2025

M Hotel Buffalo
Clean rooms, but incredibly dated. Ameneties are lacking, but staff was nice.
Reviewed on 25 Dec, 2025

Garden Place Hotel
Enjoyed the hot tub excellent value for the price
Reviewed on 24 Dec, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Grand Island - Niagara Falls by IHG
Clean comfort
Reviewed on 20 Dec, 2025

Sleep Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport
Clean rooms, good and fresh breakfast, location.
Reviewed on 23 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old First Ward

Ellicott
When in Ellicott, you can plan a visit to Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino and Burt Flickinger Athletic Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Willert Park
When in Willert Park, you can plan a visit to Shea's Performing Arts Center and Burt Flickinger Athletic Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Columbus
While visiting Columbus, you might make a stop by sights like Chippewa District and FBI Buffalo Field Office.

Buffalo Theater District
Theatres, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of Buffalo Theater District. Make a stop by Shea's Performing Arts Center or Chippewa District while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fountain Plaza Station or Lafayette Square Station to get around town.

Waterfront
If you're spending some time in Waterfront, Canalside and Lake Erie are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Buffalo
Known for its great bars and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Buffalo. You can visit top attractions like Chippewa District and Statler Tower, and jump on the metro at Fountain Plaza Station or Lafayette Square Station to see more of the city.






