Collectively Distinct
Buffalo and Erie County are bursting with colorful neighborhoods, each offering its own unique charm. Whether you’re interested in a small-town feel that’s rich in history or an up-and-coming, hot-spot sprinkled with art galleries and live music, we’ve got it. A laid-back beachy scene, or a culture-heavy shopping experience? Those are here too! Our diverse neighborhoods, distinct in their traits, are ready for you. Get out and explore.
Here are a few ideas to get you started: The Elmwood Village was named one of the country’s top neighborhoods by the American Planning Association and is home to some of the city’s favorite shops. The Allentown neighborhood is the funky and fun bohemian part of town filled with bars, restaurants and galleries. The bucolic Parkside neighborhood in North Buffalo is home to tree-lined streets filled with beautiful turn-of-the-century Victorian homes and the Buffalo Zoo in nearby Delaware Park. In the Five Points neighborhood you’ll find a diverse range of small businesses, restaurants and artisans. The corner of Michigan and Broadway is the heart of Buffalo’s African-American history and heritage. The Old First Ward is one of Buffalo’s oldest neighborhoods and has become one of Buffalo’s hippest places to be with new breweries, distilleries, a climbing gym and kayak rentals. East Aurora is home to a classic American Main Street that’s perfect for walking and gawking at the many shops and boutiques. And in the rolling hills south of Buffalo the lovely little village of Springville is a great jumping off point for some of Western New York’s best outdoor experiences. If you want to experience Buffalo like a local, its neighborhoods are a great place to start!

Elmwood Village
Walk and gawk in this vibrant neighborhood
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Williamsville
A blend of contemporary and historic charm
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Hertel Avenue
Glowing like the neon of the North Park Theatre
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Michigan / Jefferson Avenues
The heart of Buffalo’s African American heritage
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Allentown
Discover the creative energy of bohemian Buffalo
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Five Points
A colorful hub of diverse dreamers and entrepreneurs
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Black Rock
Craft cocktails, corner taverns and a classic juke joint
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Fillmore DIstrict
Jazz festivals, Juneteenth and the Museum of Science
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Downtown
Stay and play in the heart of the city
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Clarence
Erie County’s first township loves company
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East Aurora
The quintessential American small town
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Hamburg
Shopping and dining in a charming village
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Parkside
Visit the Buffalo Zoo and Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece
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Kenmore
A walkable business district that blends old and new
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Larkinville
Concerts, food trucks, beer gardens, and more…
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Broadway Fillmore
A city market, a train station and contemporary theater
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Grant Street
A year round celebration of international diversity
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Lancaster
Chocolate, coffee and wine in a charming village setting
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Old First Ward
Where history meets hip alongside the Buffalo River
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South Buffalo
The Botanical Gardens and some of the city’s best wings
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University Heights
Almost enough to make you want to go back to school
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Orchard Park
So much more than just a football town…
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Springville
Where the arts meet Americana
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Gowanda
Equal parts small town charm and natural beauty
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Niagara Street
Multifaceted and multicultural
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Tonawanda
Vintage aesthetics, throwback vibe, retro chic
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