Overview
Enjoy Buffalo while cruising through its rich history and architectural highlights. Far from just a boring history lesson, this tour brings the city’s past to life through unforgettable stories, humor, and local insight.
This downtown tour stops at many of the city’s most well-known buildings like Buffalo City Hall, the Electric Tower, and the Guaranty Building, and shares the fascinating stories behind them. Learn about bitter rivalries, economic booms and busts, and trailblazing community activists who were instrumental in the city’s founding.
From Buffalo’s heavy hitters like the Erie Canal and Pan American Exposition to lesser-known stories of Black history and working-class movements, this tour provides a deeper appreciation for the city and its place in American history.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Bike Rental Included
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
44 Prime St (Canalside, next to the Buffalo Heritage Carousel)
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Canalside
10 min
Wild stories of Canalside, the city’s historic red light district.
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Guaranty Building
10 min
Learn the story behind Louis Sullivan's masterpiece
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Buffalo City Hall
10 min
See Buffalo's City Hall
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Michigan Street Baptist Church
10 min
Buffalo’s first African American community and the underground railroad.
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The Electric Tower
10 min
Learn the history behind Buffalo's Electric Tower
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Buffalo Bike Tours
10 min
Admission is free
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
FAQs about History Ride: The Best of Buffalo by Bike
Can I cancel History Ride: The Best of Buffalo by Bike for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
44 Prime St (Canalside, next to the Buffalo Heritage Carousel)
What's included?
- Bike Rental Included
Which places does it visit?
It visits Canalside, Guaranty Building, Buffalo City Hall, Michigan Street Baptist Church, The Electric Tower, Buffalo Bike Tours.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Operated by Buffalo Bike Tours
