Do you remember a few December’s ago before COVID began, our great aunts invited us to a Christmas family dinner in Buffalo, New York? Although it was at the last minute, we were thrilled. We quickly packed our bags, loaded the car with snacks, gassed up, and headed out…on Christmas Eve morning.
You can read more about our NY trips in this post, My New York Travel Diary 2019, My New York Travel Diary 2023, and My New York Travel Diary 2024!
After visiting Buffalo for just those 24 hours, I knew there was so much more that I wanted to see.
So, in today’s post, I’m giving you a few spots I plan to visit on my next 24 hours in Buffalo, New York.
But, before we jump in, let’s chat briefly about transportation. While we choose to drive, you may consider other transportation depending on where you are located and coming from. For example, you may want to take a bus from New York to Buffalo. Either way, choose what resonates with you.
Above It All in City Hall
If you are unfamiliar with Buffalo’s City Hall, it is located at 65 Niagara Square in Buffalo, New York. Its City Hall building is said to be much overlooked and often ignored. However, it is a 32-story Art Deco tower. Yes! Of the 32 stories, 26 are usable office space.
A fun fact is that it is 398 feet high from the street to the tip of the tower.
There is a free public observation deck that allows visitors to see a 360-degree view of Lake Erie and Canada, as well as the cityscape. As you are touring the building, be sure to read the place cards around the building for more information and appreciation about Buffalo.
Eat at Anchor Bar
After spending time walking and learning about the city of Buffalo, I’m sure anyone would be ready to grab a bite to eat. So, why not grab some Anchor Bar chicken wings.
The restaurant is located at 1047 Main Street in Buffalo, New York.
From what I’ve learned about the history of Anchor Bar, it is one of the best places in the city for chicken wings.
I’m guessing that the locals can comment on this post and let us know of other hot spots that sell delicious chicken wings.
From what I understand, Anchor Bar served their first batch of deep-fried wings covered in their special sauce in 1964 and never looked back.
Aside from chicken wings, their menu consists of other American favorites such as burgers, wraps, and Buffalo-style thick-crust pizza.
Buffalo Art Walk – Albright-Knox and Burchfield Penney
Since I enjoy learning about art and culture, I would love to explore more of the art in Buffalo. Take for example, the Albright-Knox Art Gallery located at 1285 Elmwood Avenue in Buffalo, New York. It is one of the oldest museums in the nation and is currently expanding its museum.
From there, I would walk across the street to the Burchfield Penney Art Center. The Burchfield Penney Art Center, or just the Burchfield Penney, is an arts and educational institution. It is part of Buffalo State College and is located adjacent to the main campus in Buffalo, New York.
The Burchfield Penney is located at 1300 Elmwood Avenue in Buffalo, New York, and is currently opened, as of 2024.
What I appreciate about them is that they are still offering digital programming through Burchfield Connects, which includes digital home-education projects, conversations about their exhibitions and collections, artist interviews, and more.
Buffalo-Niagara Falls, New York
Lastly, I would head over to Niagara Falls. The Buffalo–Niagara Falls Metropolitan area encompasses two counties — Erie and Niagara — in Western New York. Niagara Falls is one of the most beautiful and iconic state parks in the US and you can experience it from Buffalo.
Final Thoughts
Well, there you have it. A recap of our actual time spent in Buffalo, New York, as well as a few places we plan to visit on our next 24 hours there.
This post was last updated 6.5.24 and contains affiliate links.
