Buffalo Tourism

With its scenic landscape of rolling ridges, sprawling farms, and meadows of wildflowers, Buffalo offers tourists the best chance to step back in time and experience the spirit of small-town Texas. From the quaint downtown community with its unique stores and restaurants to the rustic attractiveness of the countryside, there is something for everyone in this little slice of paradise. So pack your bags, get in the car, and get ready to rejuvenate and fall in love with Buffalo - the ideal destination for those seeking an amazing Texan adventure!

Essential travel information and Buffalo tips for your visit

Essential Info

  • Time Zone: Eastern Time Zone: UTC-05:00
  • Currency: USD ( $)
  • Electricity and Internet: The standard in the United States is 120V and 60Hz AC electricity. Free high speed internet is available in most hotels in Buffalo.
  • Languages: The main language spoken here is English. 

Emergency Contact Numbers

  • EMERGENCIES: 911
  • Rural Metro Medical Services: 882-8400 (then dial 0 or 1)
  • Erie County Non-Emergencies: 681-6070 (ALL COUNTY SERVICES)
  • National Grid (Electric): 1-800-642-4272 (1-800-NIAGARA)
  • National Fuel (Gas): 1-800-444-3130
  • American Red Cross: 878-2353
  • NFTA ParaTransit Service: 855-7239 (by appointment)
  • NFTA General Information: 855-7211

Security Advice

  • While on Grand Street, be alert as it is one of the main areas for Prostitution in the city and you might encounter pick pockets here.
  • Do not touch any downed wires or metal near downed wires and avoid puddles near downed wires. 
  • All areas are safe in Buffalo but avoid carrying a lot of money with you at all times. 

Off Beaten Path

  • Visit the Iron Island Haunted Museum
  • Visit the Ripley’s Believe it or not! Museum.
  • Explore the cave of Evil Spirit.
  • Catch a show at Transit Drive- In theatre.

Tipping

  • Post clearing immigration, get your hands on a number of 1 USD bills.
  • If an airport porter helps you with your bags, give them $1-2 per bag. If they meet you at the gate with a wheelchair, give them $3-5.  
  • 15-20 per cent for the waiter is standard.
  • Leaving 2 pennies on top indicates that you are unhappy with the service. 

Customs

  • Areas are referred to as neighborhoods and locals are very proud of the neighborhoods they belong to.
  • Soda is known as pop.
  • You will encounter various types of accents
  • Always nod and say hello. It is one of the friendliest towns and your gesture will be reverted to.

Buffalo Trip Planner

Plan your customized day by day trip plan for Buffalo. Choose from various experinces categories as adventure, romantic and family and kids friendly for your trip using using Buffalo trip planner.

The best tours and activities in the city, guided by experts to give you a local insight to the best of Buffalo