How to Spend a Weekend in Buffalo, New York

[@BanshanMarwein]

This is an absolutely fun and wonderful vlog ❤🎉

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks very much!

[@timothyzakaria7397]

​@@TheAverageTouristBuffalo might be the place for me I was born in China and moved to England. I have never been there I was in New England last year

[@rightrecipefortravel]

WooHoo, my home town!! Brought back so many memories. It also looks different in so many ways since I left. Thanks for the walk down memory lane!

[@TheAverageTourist]

Happy to share! I really enjoyed it and hope to go back to try more of those breweries!

[@DianeSpoth-yp7bm]

Look me up. I’ll show you the town! Go Bills!

[@zobius9191]

Thanks for visiting, I'm glad you had an amazing time. Little known fact is Buffalo is one of the only cities in the states that prefers Tim Hortons. We love our Canadian brothers and sisters, as long as you're not French ;) Jokes aside I feel Buffalo and Toronto are great places to see where our two countries link together, the culture is not different whatsoever, yet our countries are. It was funny growing up and telling people "Yeah I'm from New York, not Canada" and they would be very shocked by our accent, especially when its mentioned that we're 7 hours from NYC and 20 minutes from Canada.

[@TheAverageTourist]

I've never thought about that before re: being closer to Toronto thank NYC and how that could have an impact on the city experience. I saw a lot of Tim Hortons in the area and it's funny because here people either love Tim Hortons or hate it. It was a great city to visit.

[@zobius9191]

America may run on Dunkin but we run on Tim's, Nicotine, and Depression hahahaha.

[@TheAverageTourist]

@@zobius9191 🤣🤣🤣

[@kylelopez629]

But it cold

[@vidaa11]

Yea that’s true, i actually moved from Canada to buffalo back in june

[@ashlynngalluzzo1589]

Thank you for a summary of things to do in Buffalo, New York. I didn’t realize how much historic sites were there.

[@TheAverageTourist]

There's a lot to do there!

[@CSgtrain]

as someone from the area, this video does a good job showing people that yes there is in fact things to do in buffalo.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks!

[@TheCountryCollectors]

Ohhhhh! Buffalo is a great place. So much to do and see. Love the architecture and those building were beautiful! Hot honey drizzle pizza with beer! Sign me up! Love that you got to go to a hockey game! It’s one of my favorite sports to watch. The garden was so nice too! That beer machine was so cool and I love tater tots! Thanks for sharing!

[@TheAverageTourist]

We really liked the city too - lots to keep busy there. And beer, pizza and hockey always make for a good time.

[@AmaiwanTraveler]

I loved this video on how to spend a weekend in Buffalo, New York! Thank you for sharing your insider tips and showcasing all that this city has to offer.

[@TheAverageTourist]

happy to share and glad you enjoyed!

[@toninobonafede8977]

BUFFALO IS REALLY A NICE PLACE! THANK YOU FOR SHARING!

[@TheAverageTourist]

Glad you enjoyed seeing it!

[@brucemaurer1926]

I Love Buffalo NY.. I'm a big foodie and LOVE the food and great etnic spots to eat and hang out.

[@TheAverageTourist]

It seemed like the city had some great spots. We really enjoyed it and will be back in the future to try more... any recommendations are appreciated 🙌

[@James-np8pu]

I can't believe you walked right by the Guarantee building and didn't even mention it. It's a true architectural masterpiece. Also, next time you should check out the Elmwood Village (Elmwood Ave) and you absolutely must go to the AKG art museum. I also highly recommend staying at the Richardson hotel located in the absolutely stunning Richardson Olmsted complex. It is truly spectacular!!

[@StepsbyKaatje]

The old town looked nice. I like these old skyscrapers. A lot more beautiful then the once they make today! Your pizza looked special, but pretty good! You had a great weekend out there for sure! Thanks for the tips!

[@TheAverageTourist]

I really enjoy the old skyscrapers too compared to modern ones. It was a fun weekend!

[@BluemoonTraveler]

Very nice place and beautiful New York. Thanks for sharing dear friend. Your tour video in Buffalo is so impressive. Full view and Big like. I wish you a happy weekend...👍👍

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks so much! We had a great time in the city

[@johnp.weiksnar6861]

The next Bflo video needs to see Larkinville, the museum district / Delaware Park, and the Elmwood Strip. Closer to The Falls, coffee & ice cream along the Erie Canal in downtown Lockport, the Niagara Gorge / Lewiston / Fort Niagara, and nightlife in North Tonawanda.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Luckily, we live fairly close, so we plan to visit again and hit up the things we missed the first time.

[@jennifershepard246]

Where’s all the people? That’s what people would ask if you are not from here. Downtown Buffalo is busy during business hours Monday through Friday so weekends you will feel like it’s empty because it is. But if you go about 10 to 15 minutes in any direction that’s where you’ll find people, lots of people . Suburbs are larger than city of Buffalo. People drive to work in downtown. Buffalo is changing in good ways , welcome to Buffalo 😊

[@TheAverageTourist]

I guess I was comparing to Toronto where it's busy all day every day downtown. We did make it into the suburbs and eventually found some people 🤣 we enjoyed the city none the less 👌

[@TheAutisticTraveller]

I've never been to Buffalo except to pass through. It looks like a nice place for a weekend visit.

[@TheAverageTourist]

It is, we had a great time!

[@DianeSpoth-yp7bm]

Do a little research and you’ll be amazed at what you’re in for! Enjoy your stay and come back now ya hear! ❤️

[@sunnyvasic]

That spot coffee is the best located and designed coffee shop in America in my opinion...used to live down the street from there...glad you had a good time

[@unstoppabledigitaltravelling]

Buffalo looks quite nice place to explore. Loved the journey towards the city too. Architecture of those buildings are good to see.

[@TheAverageTourist]

It was a fun city to explore for sure.

[@keef5]

Man, you guys missed out on taking a quarter mile walk from the botanical gardens to one of the most beautiful and ornate buildings in the entire world. The Our Lady of Victory basilica is something everyone should see.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Will have to go back for another visit 👌

[@luisdelgado2673]

Hey thanks for visiting us I appreciate you liking it so much its home to me few bad eggs but it's beautiful and very artsy

[@TheAverageTourist]

Every city has a few of those. But it was a great experience for us.

[@MrSujano]

Great place with a lot of great breweries!

[@TheAverageTourist]

Yep - so many great breweries

[@andremartinellijr.5461]

Glad to see you had a good time. GO BILLS!

[@Migratory-Nerds]

Haven’t been to Buffalo yet but definitely looks like a place I would enjoy! The brewery looked like someone I would really enjoy.

[@TheAverageTourist]

It was a pretty nice city to explore.

[@TripsCultureTC]

Loved your video showcasing Buffalo's stunning architecture, vibrant street art, delicious food, and rich history. Hot honey drizzle pizza and a hockey game? Count me in! Thanks for sharing your adventure!

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks! It was a fun weekend and we really liked the city.

[@HiddenJackpots]

I haven't been to Buffalo in ages. Thanks for sharing some spots I've never been!

[@stella-gx8ne]

Delaware Park! Albright Knox! Kleinhans Music Hall! Elmwood Ave! Bishops Mansion! So many beautiful buildings and parks.When they put in the freeway though the park area, all that got cut off.

[@EmmVentures]

Oooo! I have never been to Buffalo!! I love a good BLT and that looked amazing! Most definitely cheers worthy! I love your videos your always so informative and you find the best places to visit! Amazing video my friend!

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks so much! I like to provide as much info as I can without being too boring (hopefully!)

[@overlandaf_adventures472]

Beer time is the best time!!!You really covered alot in one day. Great coverage of Buffalo. I have been there once for a ball tournament when I was younger but didn't really explore.

[@TheAverageTourist]

We really enjoyed the city and the amenities - more than we thought we would actually.

[@DianeSpoth-yp7bm]

Time to do a little exploring kiddo. There’s just so much to see and do. Wear sneakers and bring some water. And go explore our beautiful city!! Enjoy your day!

[@ChristyEVERS]

wow! you really got to see a lot while you were there. I agree about the architecture. That surprised me too. I've never been to Buffalo and it's much prettier than I thought. The flight at the brewing companys looked amazing!!!! how cool that you got to catch a hockey game too! Buffalo fans are a bit crazy tho!!! LOL. That one brewery where you get your own beers from the tap is really cool! I've never seen anything like that. They Hyatt looks really cool. I like the greenery in the lobby. I'm looking forward to seeing your other videos coming up from Buffalo!

[@TheAverageTourist]

We always like to stay busy and see as much as we can. The only down time we normally take is at a brewery. It's a cool city and we really enjoyed exploring it.

[@helenamalmstrom9165]

I love it. Sweet Buffalo. ❤❤❤

[@TravellerSB]

Such a nice place to visit. Love through out

[@TheAverageTourist]

Yes we enjoyed it

[@RealDanielWhite]

Buffalo local here. You did a great job hitting all the major spots in 2 days, but you missed one of our biggest attractions. The Anchor Bar - The original creators of the chicken wing, still in business. If you come back, you should come for the National Buffalo Wing Festival or for our St. Patty's Day Parade which is massive because of our huge Irish population. And you gotta see a Bills game next time. You will not see a city more passionate about their football team. The Sabres fan base is nothing in comparison to Bills Mafia.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Well twist my arm... I guess I need to go back for another visit... 🙌 Thanks for the additional recommendations, I didn't even know there was a Buffalo Wing Festival! I've never been to a football game, we only have CFL in Canada and it doesn't seem as exciting as NFL.

[@RealDanielWhite]

@@TheAverageTourist yea, the wing festival is where they hold the world wing eating competition for all the top competitive eaters! It’s in September usually. Also I know you love your breweries. If you tour the Hamburg Brewing Company it has this huge model train and vegetation on display in the building that is super cool

[@TheAverageTourist]

Oh, that sounds amazing on both fronts. Would be a fun competition to watch. Thanks again for the recos!!

[@DianeSpoth-yp7bm]

Lol! You got that right!!!

[@Dark-RnB]

thank you for being concise with your destinations! may follow your itinerary 😂

[@_serreina]

Hell yeah, Buffalo is home to me. Loads to do!

[@_serreina]

During Halloween they do cute spooky tours by the naval ships, highly recommend the tours inside the ships too, it’s incredible. You also must see a bandits game if you visit- nothing like lacrosse fans- always a fun time! I’m so glad you guys had a well rounded time. It was really special to see people enjoy the city that aren’t from here.

[@TheAverageTourist]

We really enjoyed our time there, and it seems like there is even more we can see and do next time we visit! It's hard to jam it all in one weekend.

[@PetterHetland]

Lovely vlog from Buffalo, New York! informative and fun :) I have to agree though, beer time is the best time!

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks for watching! Yes beer time is always a great time 👍

[@Rednul33]

Elmwood Village is where everyone is walking around!

[@2giantmonsters]

Since you seem to enjoy history, next time you come, try taking the Forest Lawn tour (best in October), as well as the lock tour in Lockport.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Oh thank you! Sounds right up our alley.

[@r3tr0actiongamer24]

No one visits Lockport, how embarrassing for you to mention that

[@xltoth]

Very nice presentation and it seems you had an enjoyable mini vacation. Makes me want to revisit soon too. Thanks very much ! ❤

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks! We did have a great time there.

[@GreatHotelReviews]

Great video. I love driving from Cleveland to fill up on wings and Sabres Hockey!

[@foodchaser716]

Buffalo is the city of friendly good neighbors!!!

[@DianeSpoth-yp7bm]

That’s our motto: the city of good neighbors!!!

[@Explorcation]

Hey guys, what a fun weekend in Buffalo! We drove from Toronto to Buffalo once many years ago, thankfully we didnt have to wait too long at the border. We were only in Buffalo long enough to have some wings and ice cream 😁 I really didnt know what there was to do in Buffalo..but gosh, just the brewery options alone would make a great trip 😆

[@TheAverageTourist]

We had so much fun and from a brewery perspective you'd need a weekend just dedicated to trying to visit them all! A challenge we may undertake one day 🤣

[@Explorcation]

@@TheAverageTourist well, if you plan that challenge...let us know, we may have to fly up to Buffalo 😁

[@marciawerner6891]

You’ve got to come to the newly enlarged AKG Art Museum, located in Frederick Law Olmsted’s Delaware Park. There is a second art museum (Burchfield Penny) across the street and you would be near shopping at the Elmwood Village. The architecture on the side streets is outstanding!

[@russell2910]

If you come back to buffalo, don't miss the Niagara gorge. 😊

[@TheAverageTourist]

Good tip! Thanks

[@daved1535]

If you go to Buffalo in the winter you won't see too many people on the street. However if you go during the summer or fall there is so much to do there. A ton of festivals in the area. Between Memorial Day and Columbus Day you will always find somewhere having some kind of festival. Also Delaware Park is really nice too. I live close to there

[@TheAverageTourist]

Good tips! Will have to go back in summer season next visit.

[@victorybeginsinthegarden]

I hope you come back to buffalo during festival season. There are so many during the summer. That is where the people will be.

[@TheAverageTourist]

We would love to go back!!

[@bunterhunterBUFF]

"Where are all the people?" you ask... lol. Good Question. I'll answer you... In the suburbs. (you probably saw them at the mall) The first thing to say is, it looks like you came when it was still cold out... People come out much more once it's warm. Buffalo is much more fun in the summer! But secondly, Buffalo is the red-headed poster child for the toxic obsession America had post-WW2 with the American dream of moving to a white picket fence house in the suburbs. In 1900, BUffalo's population was 353,000 people, making us the 8th largest city in the United States... Buffalo continued to grow over the years, and from about 1930-1950, the city of Buffalo's population peaked at about 570,000-580,000 people. Still, a top 15 city that was growing every year... Then... America went suburban. Buffalo's population declined for the next 70 years straight. These people weren't leaving the area, they were just leaving the city for the burbs. If you could afford it, you bought a nice new house with a large yard just a short drive out of the city. This slowly left the city's poorest residents alone to fund and take care of the housing stock, infrastructure, businesses, etc, which of course decayed quickly over time. Poverty and blight brought crime and continued to drive out the city's working professionals. Over the next 50 years, the city's population dropped by over 50% to about 260,000 people in total, and down out of the top 70 most populated cities in America. As is a common reinforcing cycle, with the redistribution of wealth, all of the shopping, the grocery stores, the retail, the businesses all followed the money to the suburbs, leaving Buffalo to rot, with food deserts across vast and sparsely populated neighborhoods... The city further carved up neighborhoods with expressways and highways, separating any connectivity between them, and breaking up parks and parkways in favor of faster travel for the middle-class suburbanites when they decided to venture into the city proper from time to time. This was the lowest point in Buffalo's long and storied history. Recently, in the past decade, the population has seemed to stabilize, and even show a tiny bit of growth. People seem to be slowly moving back into the city, and in some neighborhoods shopping, and food especially are coming back and showing some slow growth... Currently, this growth seems to be isolated to a few of the trendy walkable neighborhoods on the west side and north side of Buffalo, and downtown, which is an encouraging sign... But of course, Buffalo still continues to make poor decisions like building a new multi-billion dollar football stadium out in the suburbs, and there is no sign of any new public infrastructure like new subway lines, public transportation to national points of interest like Niagara Falls, or any signs of high-speed rail across the state to have better connections to our other major cities in the state. However, Buffalo is a city of eternal optimism, having been disappointed throughout it's history (think 4 blown super bowls in a row, no goal, etc.) its people are tough, and we are enjoying the small successes we've been seeing over the past two decades with remote work and new jobs making Buffalo an attractive place to live because of it's low cost and high standard of living. If we could just figure a few things out as a city and state government, and bring back retail and grocers to the city, and attract new people back to the urban areas as an affordable, safe, walkable, and enjoyable place to live... enjoying summers full of free outdoor concerts, and outdoor activities, Buffalo just might recapture its former glory and once again become one of the jewel cities of this country! Thank you for reading my rant.

[@tcbtcb]

I don’t read all your post but agree it’s different in the summer and nobody goes downtown unless you have to. Plus it was cold so nobody outside.

[@theadvicesquad1085]

I appreciate that you did not start with loud, boisterous music.

[@miltonkeynes3090]

Enjoyed your video. Thx. Been to a Canadian side of the falls but had avoided U.S. side because everyone said it wasn’t as good. But will check it out now. Appreciate it.

[@RetroGaming-gp2ef]

One place you should've tried is Seneca's Texas Reds down Seneca St. south, their hot dogs are incredible.

[@traveladvisorak6065]

That' a nice tour of the city. The mall looks nice and so does city and the buildings around. I would expect the areas to be full of people on the weekend but it isn't.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Yes we were so surprised that there were hardly any people in the downtown area

[@brittgaming7391]

Thanks for the info my mom and I will be going to an Canadiens Sabers game next year and will do some stuff for the 2 days will be in the city

[@TheAverageTourist]

Awesome! Hope you have a great time 🙌

[@itsjack365]

Also fun fact it’s pronounced “Jen-uh-see” street!

[@williamsasson3671]

I came to say the same 😂. I love hearing non Rochester or western New Yorkers trying to say Genesee

[@TheAverageTourist]

🤦‍♀️ I'll get it right next time

[@darrenwoodward8568]

Lol my worlds are colliding today, thanks for sharing about cities I'd like to visit and emulation news!

[@fredczerniejewski152]

They are actually Adirondack Chairs. They were invented in the Adirondack Mountains in the state of New York. In 1903. It was eventually brought to Canada by a different manufacturer, who called it the Muskoka chair, named for the Canadian Muskokas.

[@messynessie123]

So weird watching them walk past my job lolol

[@Chaos_Hound]

My hometown!!!

[@buffalomusic57]

You should check out 1 of 5 first skyscrapers built by Louis Sullivan, The Guaranty Building. The other scrapers were in Boston, 2 in Chicago, St. Louis.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Oh I'll look into this. I think I have pics of it. I'll have to scan through my Chicago photos to see if I got the 2 there when I did the river cruise.

[@MGKBOSTON]

Excellent tour!

[@mapleblues22]

Great vlog. The wife and I are planning a trip next next year for a potential move there from TX. I might steal ya'lls itinerary :p - the city looks cool

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks for watching. That's a big move! Hope you enjoy the itinerary 🙌

[@sandrapavic9887]

Wow looks so empty

[@dereksmolinski2795]

when you come back you have to try froth brewery(wingnuts) they have the best wings in buffalo, also fat bobs has the best smokehouse foods. you'll notice a lot more people there and they are buffalos hidden gems.... we love our Canadian neighbors.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Oh, thank you for the recommendations! We will be back 😊

[@HopeLaFleur1975]

I love road trips. And this was so fun. I definitely love the history in the States. We did a rosd trip to rural New Hampshire. And lots of history there. As a Canadian it is sure an experience. 👌🙌❤❤❤. This was so informative. We used to love Walden Galleria. As The Cheesefactory was very popular. Some of the stores I love that we never had was Jc Penny and Macys. Lots of original stuff❤❤❤❤ Subscribing!! 🇨🇦🕊️🥰

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks so much!! Yes it's such a good area of you are going over from the GTA. We used to go shopping once a year at Walden Galleria to hit up those stores too 👌

[@23janneter]

Is it better to stay in buffalo than Toronto Canada to see the Niagara Falls?

[@TheAverageTourist]

I'd say it's closer, but it depends on what you want to do. If you want to be closer to the falls, stay in Niagara Falls, Ontario on the Canadian side or on the NY side. Toronto is about a 2 hour drive depending on traffic. Buffalo is about 45 mins.

[@BeingBedingfield]

Buffalo seems to have really nice character! Love the historic area with all the cute old houses and how awesome that you went to watch a hockey game! Lol, we’re constantly asking where are all the people here in New Zealand 😅 Beer time is best time 😂 Craig and Allan would be such great friends 🍻the tap room where you pour your own beer is so cool!! The views of Niagara Falls are stunning!! Nice way to end off your weekend!

[@TheAverageTourist]

The character was great there. Have you figured out where all the people are in NZ yet?? 🤣 yes they definitely would be!! I liked that place because they also had cider and even wine you could pour the same way. So anyone could find something they like.

[@mmeers89]

As a local I can say that the city has its beauty but our mayor needs to put more effort in road maintenance and restoration of some buildings

[@DianeSpoth-yp7bm]

Come‘round and stay a while!!! You’re more than welcome!

[@caleboblak]

Great vid as always, I’ve always wanted to go to the American side of NF, wings looked great

[@TheAverageTourist]

It was pretty fun - a different experience from the Canadian side.

[@OmegaGreedAK47]

Buffalo 🦬 love ❤️

[@christophercole8114]

You were at Canalside and you didn't go to Pearl Street Grill & Brewery? The next time you go that is a MUST!

[@TheAverageTourist]

Oh good to know! We enjoyed the city so will be back.

[@graceh7883]

Great video!

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks!

[@FranBushardt]

We are Very Glad You had a Great Time in Our Queen City. Chicken Wings By the Pound is definitely a Canadian Thing which is surprising Considering Canada Uses The Metric System. Buffalo can Be Quiet In the Evenings unless there is a Major Event otherwise the Suburbs is a Very Busy Place for the Locals. Beer Drinking is a Very Western New York thing to do with Many fine Family owned Corner establishments. Buffalo has The Most Pizza Places in the United States per Square Mile. And its not even close as its far More than the Big Cities known for their Pizzas!

[@TheAverageTourist]

Didn't know that about the pizza places... we should have went for pizza! We were pretty happy about the wings, what a good surprise... so many!! Definitely enjoyed our visit to the city.

[@MalebogoSegaise]

These beautiful ❤️

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thank you!

[@NaomisAdventures]

Thanks for sharing

[@BomBoo-rn8gj]

2:10...Jen-a-see street. 😂 Wait until you get to the Scajaquada Expressway.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Not even going to attempt that one 🤣

[@raylopez7011]

Thank you for showing the better side of Buffalo(In the months that you can)...... I have a love/hate relationship with my city, that I assume most of the locals share the same sentiment. Thanks for coming and I hope you enjoyed it.

[@TheAverageTourist]

We really liked it. Hope to get back and explore more in the future.

[@Byle-k4i]

go to a few clubs after 10pm thats when people go out bar is open til 4am

[@stella-gx8ne]

Ahhhhh, my youth😂🎉

[@AdventuresOfATravelingDon]

Still need to actually stay in Buffalo. Been through on the way to Niagara Falls but, have never stopped. I like the set up of city center. Very open. The food and coffee all sounds good. The historic district has my interest peeked. Ah yes beer time is the most important time. I love the Falls.

[@TheAverageTourist]

I think you'd enjoy the beer scene and food and coffee so many options. It was pretty great for a weekend getaway.

[@AdventuresOfATravelingDon]

Back for another look at Buffalo. What a great looking city.

[@lydiajasmine4520]

I'm a buffalo native. Born and raised... and I can say the reason why you didn't see anyone out. Was because you went to the most random spots in buffalo 😂😂

[@TheAverageTourist]

Haha, well, we enjoyed them all! Any suggestions for our next visit?

[@DianeSpoth-yp7bm]

What are you looking for??

[@blackbandz3385]

I liked this

[@kennethmregan]

Keep Buffalo a secret! BUFFALO IS THE BEST!

[@johnarnold8708]

I feel the way Buffalo loved the Tragically Hip is the best representation of much we relate to all things Canada. Great video! (BTW you walked right past the Guaranty Building, one of Louis Sullivan's most famous examples of American architecture - Please come back and check it out!)

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks for watching!! Looking back now I see it but at the time it didn't register about the Guaranty Building - an excuse to go back one day!

[@jacobkeppler1984]

Buffalo city is fun city to visit

[@TheAverageTourist]

I agree!

[@bhushan02u]

How was December weather usually in Buffalo?

[@ravensshadow2179]

If you come back make sure you see the Darwin Martin house and Forest Lawn

[@TheAverageTourist]

Great tip, we will be back in the future for sure.

[@stevenweiss2148]

My hometown is downstate in the city of Yonkers. People have said a lot of things about Yonkers. None of them in polite comany

[@TheAverageTourist]

Haven't been, but I'd give it a fair shot! 👍

[@roseybennett6839]

I live right off the water in Buffalo near the Peace Bridge ! I moved here from Putnam County in NY … i was a single mom of 2 kids and the cost of living is soooo much more affordable here !!! A lot is more affordable here … things like seeing movies & groceries are cheaper here for sure . Most of all, I love amvets which is a much muchhh better version of goodwill !! It’s a thrift store that doesn’t change prices depending on brand - all jeans are under 8 bucks usually and have sales and ticket color promos - and there’s no profit all proceeds are donated to the VA which I love … I have maintained a great stylish wardrobe from there ! I love Tim Hortons and could never go back to only having Dunkin or Starbucks again LOL plus there’s always a nice breeze coming off the water … not nearly as hot and humid and we take all the kids in our family and walk down to the water with my dog …. Richmond Ave is a beautifully populated lovely and lively area where there’s ton of people walking dogs and groups playing music or playing Hackeysack !! All the people are in the more residential type areas where there’s more grass and comfy coves and hideaways ❤❤❤

[@roseybennett6839]

Also I have seen so many stand up comedy events and music concerts and gotten such great tickets for cheap !!! That’s something people don’t really know - that cuz we’re on the border to Canada a lot of big names and groups , perform or visit here and depending on the venue - so so cheap.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Glad to hear some of the positive aspects!

[@roseybennett6839]

@@TheAverageTourist there are a couple lol my first year or two up here was rough but once I found my way and what areas to avoid I really fell in love with a lot of aspects of living here 🤗

[@KitatheExplorer]

I have never been to Buffalo except for the one time I was on the Greyhound bus in college returning to Cleveland from NYC. And the bus was stopped by border patrol smh 🤦🏽‍♀️. So that was an entire experience. And great tips on things to do in Buffalo. And I would’ve left the brewery that was rushing people out as well.

[@TheAverageTourist]

You may have to plan a trip then for future. It's a pretty nice city and lots to do. I think the summer months would be even better. Yeah I have no time for service like that - we will take our biz elsewhere to a more relaxed environment.

[@philh1245]

what a difference, between niagara falls ontario which is always busy and the other side Buffalo looks like ghost town

[@tcbtcb]

The NY side is actually a park and not an amusement park like the Canadian side has turned out to be.

[@doctorskull8197]

Hang out at the Old Pink on Allen Street. That’s all you need.

[@TheAverageTourist]

I'll look it up.

[@roguewar88]

I enjoyed your video. Are you both Canadian? I was born in Buffalo and grew up in Angola, NY. In your video it was unusual not seeing people around. I live in North Carolina and when ever the Sabres play the Hurricanes here they seem to loose. When I was young, we would often go to Crystal Beach amusement park in Canada during the summer. There was a restaurant near the park that had the best rice putting.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks so much! Yes we are both Canadian and really enjoyed touring around Buffalo! We did see more people around the arena when the game was on and after at the waterfront. Coming from the Toronto area, it's odd to see the downtown so empty!

[@roguewar88]

@@TheAverageTourist thank you for your reply. I have only been to Toronto once as a kid. You do an excellent job with your videos. Here where I live in North Carolina, there are over 200 breweries. I've been to several of them. Keep up the great content!

[@TheAverageTourist]

@roguewar88 sounds lined we need to plan a trip to North Carolina!! Do they have good campgrounds there? Maybe we can bring our trailer. Or just stay in a hotel!

[@roguewar88]

@@TheAverageTourist Yes, there are campgrounds and RV parks. I have not used any of them. I just finished watching your videos of Niagara Falls.

[@TheAverageTourist]

Awesome, looking into a future trip to NC now!

[@ericimi]

Buffalo can be a really nice place to visit. Its also home of the GOAT Josh Allen.

[@TheAverageTourist]

It sure is!

[@nao_o6664]

Miss the niaga fall the main attraction 😂

[@TheAverageTourist]

We saw it eventually! 🤣 Plus we are from the Canadian side so have seen it from that side many times 👌

[@michaelmcintyre6414]

I think the Lafayette is first hotel with bathrooms in each room

[@TheAverageTourist]

That's cool, setting the standard for modern convenience!

[@tarotbyamber7233]

Where else have you visited in America? You should check Torrevieja and Alicante in Spain

[@TheAverageTourist]

I'd love to go to Spain one day.

[@tarotbyamber7233]

@@TheAverageTourist visit Torrevieja and la mata an hour from Alicante

[@EliToukatly]

You HAVE to try to go to a bills game next time you go and Allentown pizza.

[@TheAverageTourist]

I'll add it, we will definitely be back.

[@teejay33955]

Main Street in Buffalo is only business. You have to go to Elmwood, Allentown, and surrounding areas for all the nightlife, shopping, ect.

[@teejay33955]

So when people go to the middle of Main Street, and say "wow where is everyone" it's because there are legit no food, shopping, nightlife on main street. Just peak around any block and you will see everything that you would think should be on Main Street lol

[@TheAverageTourist]

Yeah it was so weird to not have stuff on "main street" but it could have also been less busy because it was the Easter weekend.

[@khinekhine9609]

very nice😍

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks 😊

[@thebeangod3438]

Hey I live here

[@TheAverageTourist]

Nice city 👍 any brewery recommendations?

[@thebeangod3438]

Windy City

[@jo9367]

Have fun but,when you visit the naval park dont park anywhere in marine drive apts.its not for any of the sites there just a warning 😊

[@upgradeplains4894]

I'm sorry, but it's Gen-a-See not Janess St 😂. Nice vid tho

[@TheAverageTourist]

Thanks, I know now. 🤦‍♀️

[@nickomatick8394]

You should come back for Bills season. Its only fair because you saw a Sabres game. It ain't a big city, its our city.

[@TheAverageTourist]

I'd like to see a football game... never been to one!

[@jacobkeppler1984]

Sabers game are fun to see

[@TheAverageTourist]

Completely agree!

[@ThinkThailand66]

Come to Thailand i will be your guide

[@cookechristinaphotos]

Oh gosh, so apparently I'm going to be making comments for you.. Number one! Deep South Taco is hit or miss. I really really hope that you had good food when you were there because I've been there and it has been so so so disappointing but also very good so I hope that you had a good experience there and you're not just being kind. If you're going for tacos in Buffalo, Lloyd's is where to go.

[@cookechristinaphotos]

You've got to hug the oldest tree!!!

[@cookechristinaphotos]

On your first day, you panned right by the Guaranty building!!!! If you're looking for good architecture- look there too!! Wowza

[@cookechristinaphotos]

FYI - the sculpture in the roundabout with your opening shop back to Niagara falls New York was made by the mayor when he was the mayor so he pretty much bought his own artwork to put into the city and spent millions of dollars of taxpayers money doing it and everyone was upset still kind of are.. 😢

[@cookechristinaphotos]

Check out Allen, Spot/ Chippewa at night

[@cookechristinaphotos]

3 Sister's in nf