Old First Ward Travel Guide
Buffalo
Visit Old First Ward
Popular places to visit
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 great live music and entertainment choices.
Highmark Stadium
Catch an event at Highmark Stadium during your trip to Orchard Park. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
KeyBank Center
Catch an event at KeyBank Center during your trip to Buffalo. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Walden Galleria Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Walden Galleria Mall during your visit to Cheektowaga. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Canalside
Explore the great outdoors at Canalside, a lovely green space in Buffalo. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Buffalo State College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Buffalo State College during your trip to Buffalo. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Things to do
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided Tour
Niagara Falls USA: Full-Day Scenic Tour from Buffalo!
Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto
Niagara Falls in One day Tour from New York City
Niagara Falls, Canada: Evening Fireworks Cruise
Niagara Falls Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour from Toronto
Top hotels in Old First Ward
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
"Beautiful hotel, the rooms with View are excellent! You can see nightly fireworks! Very clean, looks brand new!!"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Buffalo Airport Hotel
"Nice staff nice room"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Comfort Inn The Pointe
"Everything is so badly it was not clean also 1night was so expensive! Its like Motel not a Hotel."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Sheraton Niagara Falls
"great place to stay"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Garden Place Hotel
M Hotel Buffalo
"Needs a good refurbishing but close to shopping"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Old First Ward
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.
Elmwood Village
Elmwood Village is known for its live music, and you can plan a trip to American Repertory Theater of WNY Performance Venue: The Compass Performing Arts Center and Ujima Theatre Company while you're in town.
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.
North Buffalo
North Buffalo is well liked for its live music and zoo. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Buffalo Zoo and Buffalo AKG Art Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Amherst Street Station or Lasalle Station to get around.
Allentown
Allentown is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Wilcox Mansion - Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site and Theater of Youth.
