Ashley & Armin
Ashley & Armin
Things to Do
Make it a weekend or a weeklong adventure!
Most of our guests are traveling from out of state. We're hoping our wedding on Memorial Day weekend helps you use this as an opportunity to vacation and adventure! Downtown Buffalo is only 15-minutes from the Canadian border and 90-minutes from Toronto, Ontario! We are 30-minutes from Niagara Falls State Park and 90-minutes from Letchworth State Park, known as the Grand Canyon of the East and ranked as the No. 1 state park in the US!
There are beautiful hiking, shopping, and breweries nearby! Want some ideas?
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#In and Around Buffalo (see below)
#Canadian Trips (see below)
MAKE IT A WEEKEND 🇺🇸
Buffalo-Niagara Falls-Whirlpool State Park- Letchworth
MAKE IT A ROAD TRIP 🇨🇦 (1+ week or more)
Buffalo, NY -Toronto-Ottawa-Montreal-Vermont (Burlington, VM) -Adirondacks
About Buffalo, NY
Buffalo, the second-largest city in the State of New York, was named after the French and Native American reference to the region as Beau Fleuve "beautiful river" referring to the Buffalo Creek River and the Niagara River. As the birthplace of the original Buffalo Chicken Wing, Buffalo houses many competitors who claim to be the best. Skeptical? Try them out for yourself! The original chicken wing was invented in Anchor Bar just a few blocks away from the hotel. Want other notable options? Click here.
Like wine or ice wine? Niagara Falls USA is home to a burgeoning wine region in a truly unique atmosphere. The cool climate and rolling hills and valleys make for a one-of-a-kind terroir, home to small and large producers alike — and all kinds of grapes. Click here to learn more.
Visit Canada 🇨🇦
Grab your passport and head to the border! If you drive, your car's insurance will automatically extend into Canada for no additional fees! We HIGHLY recommend taking the opportunity to venture into Canada if you can!
NO MORE COVID RESTRICTIONS - NO NEED FOR NEGATIVE PCR OR PROOF OF VACCINE. BORDER CROSSINGS BACK TO PRE-COVID RULES.
In and Around Buffalo
Maid of the Mist Boat Tour
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
ARMIN & ASHLEY APPROVED
I'll be honest - Niagara Falls looks way better from the Canadian side. The only way to get the Canadian viewpoint, and more, without crossing the border is to get on Maid of the Mist. Trust us - you will not be disappointed. Get in line and try to be in the front. The best viewing spots on the boat are the upper deck - left front, middle front, and right front.
Adult Ticket $25.25
Child Ticket (6–12 years) $14.75
5 and Under FREE (with accompanying adult)
Buy your tickets at the window. No advanced reservations required.
The Buffalo Zoo
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Regular (age 13-64) $16.95
Seniors (age 65+) $14.95
Children (age 2-12) $12.95
Children (23 months and under) FREE
Advance Tickets/Reservations are required.
Letchworth State Park
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
90-minute drive from downtown Buffalo, NY
Letchworth State Park, renowned as the "Grand Canyon of the East," is one of the most scenically magnificent areas in the eastern U.S. Ranked No. 1 state park in the U.S. for several years now. Armin took the picture you see above with his drone! The Genesee River roars through the gorge over three major waterfalls between cliffs--as high as 600 feet in some places--surrounded by lush forests. Hikers can choose among 66 miles of hiking trails.
Vehicle Entrance Fee
Cash or Check Only
$10 per vehicle
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum
Adults & children (ages 1 & up): $11
Children under age 1: free
Explore & more members: free
Buffalo Naval Park
The Buffalo Naval Park is located at Canalside, which is at the heart of downtown Buffalo's waterfront revitalization. Dine. Workout. Concert. Skate. Revel. Chill. At Canalside, fun happens here! Check out the Naval Museum!
Canadian Trips
Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Adult CAD$43.00
Youth (ages 6-13) CAD$29.00
Child (3-5) CAD$12.50
Senior (65+) CAD$29.00
Advance reservations are required. Please plan ahead as you will need to reserve the date and your entry time ahead. Tickets sell out quickly.
Bruce Peninsula National Park
4.5hr drive from downtown Buffalo, NY.
Only recommend doing this if you will be spending several nights in Toronto, or taking a road trip from Buffalo-Toronto-Ottawa-Montreal-Vermont