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Though this town is snowy for several months a year, Buffalo really brings the heat—and that’s not just the wing sauce talking. There’s a reason bars stay open until 4 a.m. here. (And maybe why Buffalo was recently named America’s friendliest city.)

Buffalo gets lively, from the rushing waters of nearby Niagara Falls to the scent of something pastry-adjacent wafting through the breeze (there’s a cereal plant nearby), there’s a lot going on on the shores of Lake Eerie. So, peruse the selection of hotels in Buffalo, NY, lock in a deal, and prepare to get saucy, because you’re about to have a whole lotta fun without having to wing a thing.

The Secret (Buffalo) Sauce

How to Unwine-d: Despite what you may have heard, Napa doesn’t have the monopoly on tasty American wine. The Niagara Wine Trail is made up of 22 wineries with a diverse selection of wines, from Riesling to Cabernet Franc. So, no matter how you like to fill your chalice, you’ll find a varietal to toast with. You can even sip on mead and cider along the trail, if that’s more your drinking speed. If you want to pick a different poison altogether, you can keep cheersing—Buffalo is home to over 35 breweries and five distilleries, so you’ll never have to tap out on a good time. Once you’ve had your last call, cruise on back to your hotel near the Buffalo airport.

On Thin Ice: This region is a bit of a wintry wonderland for several months a year, and those local Buffa-low temps allow for some fun chilly outdoor activities. One Buffalo must-do that’s extra n-ice is cruising downtown-adjacent Canalside on an ice bike. If your two left feet keep you from hitting the ice on skates, this will be smooth sailing (or gliding). Other iced-out activities at Canalside include ice bowling and ice bumper boats for those who say “brrrrrr-ing it on” to a little friendly competition. Or try getting sporty with a broom and give curling a go at Buffalo Riverworks, which is also a brewery, serving—you guessed it—ice-cold beer.

Taste the Hometown Glory: Buffalo is, of course, the birthplace of the chicken wing, and visiting the OG serving spot is mandatory for bar-food connoisseurs. Anchor bar debuted the Buffalo wing in 1964, and the craze for the fried snack spread from there. But that’s not the only place in town serving up the most sauced-up apps. Bar-Bill and Nine-Eleven Tavern are also top choices—no bones about it. Other must-try local flavors are Buffalo-style pizza at Imperial Pizza and beef on weck at Charlie the Butcher. Hope you’re hungry.

The Art of the Matter: Whether you want to rest your eyes on fine arts from the best collections around the city at galleries like Albright-Knox and the CEPA, or take in the unparalleled architecture, Buffalo likes to show off its pretty side. Building buffs can soak up the sights of Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture—there are seven constructions still standing, second in number only to Chicago—as well as other acclaimed architects like Frederick Law Olmsted, Minoru Yamasaki, and Louise Bethune. And the pinnacle of opulent structures in town goes to the Market Arcade, built in 1890 and now filled with some of the best bars, shops, and eateries in Buffalo. Speaking of opulence, after the sights have been properly seen, tuck in for some rest at one of the finest luxury hotels in Buffalo, NY for a fancy night’s sleep.

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