Explore Buffalo Like Never Before!
Enhance your conference experience by exploring Buffalo through our exciting tours. Discover UB's vibrant campuses and immerse yourself in the city's rich history and culture.
Attention Program Coordinators:
Your group is invited to participate in a Discover UB tour, an Explore the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences tour, and one selection from the Explore Buffalo tour options.
Only program coordinators should submit tour registrations. When you are ready to register your group, please complete the tour registration form by clicking the button at the bottom of this page.
Discover UB.
Explore the University at Buffalo through a guided walking tour designed for you. This tour highlights UB's world-class research facilities, collaborative learning spaces and vibrant academic community. Learn how UB supports graduate students, and see firsthand why UB is a premier destination for advanced study and discovery.
Wednesday, July 23 | Depart from Hyatt Regency Buffalo Hotel to UB North Campus via bus at 12:30 p.m.
Note: The tour will last approximately 90 minutes, so please wear comfortable walking shoes.
Explore the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.
Step inside the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (JSMBS) and experience the heart of UB's cutting-edge medical and research community. This guided tour offers a firsthand look at the state-of-the-art labs, simulation spaces and collaborative learning environments that prepare future physicians and scientists. Discover how UB fosters innovation, interdisciplinary research and clinial excellence in the heart of downtown Buffalo.
Thursday, July 24 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Choose Your Adventure.
Buffalo is ready to show off! Get ready to explore, snap some amazing pics and create memories you'll be sharing for a lifetime. Whether you're chasing stunning views, vibrant street art or rich history, the Queen City is calling—don't miss out!
Here's what you should know:
- Tour Length: The Miss Buffalo Waterfront Cruise runs for two hours. All other tours run about 90 minutes.
- Plan Ahead: Allow extra time for travel to and from the starting point (see tour notes for directions).
- Accessibility: Need accommodations? Let us know—we're here to make it work for you.
- One Tour Per Person: Your registration fee covers the cost of one tour.
- Limited Availability: Spots are first come, first served, so sign up early!
- Deadline: Register by July 1, 2025, to secure your spot.
- Travel Note: Arrive early Wednesday to take the Miss Buffalo Waterfront Cruise.
Don't miss your chance to explore Buffalo in a whole new way—reserve your spot today!
Miss Buffalo II Waterfront Cruise
Wednesday, July 23 | Depart from the Hyatt Regency Buffalo Hotel at 6:15 p.m. Boat sails at 7 p.m.
Note: Tour begins at Canalside—a quick subway ride and short walk to the starting point or a 20-minute walk from the Hyatt Regency Buffalo Hotel. This tour requires the least amount of walking. However, you still need to walk a little to get to the boat!
You don't want to miss this one!
All aboard the Miss Buffalo II! Cruise along Buffalo's waterways as you soak in panoramic views and fascinating stories of the city's journey from its historic past to its thriving present. Perfect for history lovers, water enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a relaxing adventure on the waves.
Photographer: Joe Cascio
Buffalo 101: The Ultimate Downtown Walking Tour
Thursday, July 24, at 7 p.m.
Note: Tour begins at the Hyatt Regency Buffalo Hotel.
History meets Insta-worthy vibes.
Buffalo's glow-up didn't happen overnight. This walking tour takes you through the city's greatest hits—from its Erie Canal roots to its Pan-American Exposition fame. Check out iconic architecture from legendary architects like Louis Sullivan and Louise Bethune. Whether you're new to Buffalo or just love a good story, this tour's got all the downtown highlights wrapped up for you.
Photographer: Katie Addo
Downtown Murals Tour
Thursday, July 24, at 7 p.m.
Note: Tour begins at the Hyatt Regency Buffalo Hotel.
Street art goals.
If murals are your vibe, you'll love this artsy stroll through downtown Buffalo. Snap pics of epic outdoor pieces like the vibrant Misuta Chow's Dual Dragons and uncover hidden gems indoors, like George Washington and the Marquis de Lafayette at the Lafayette Hotel. Buffalo's mural scene is straight-up amazing, and this tour guarantees endless photo ops.
Photographer: Drew Brown
Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor Tour
Thursday, July 24 | Depart from the Hyatt Regency Hotel at 6:30 p.m. Tour begins at 7 p.m.
Note: Tour begins at Michigan Street Corridor—about a 15-minute walk from the Hyatt Regency Buffalo Hotel. This tour requires the most walking, but totally worth it!
Powerful history. Local and national impact.
Walk through Buffalo's African American history and discover the city's role in shaping national movements. From the Underground Railroad to the Niagara Movement (a precursor to the NAACP), this tour brings history to life. Highlights include tours of the Michigan Street Baptist Church and the Nash House Museum—two landmarks with stories that matter more than ever.
Photographer: Stephen Gabris
Canalside Waterfront Tour
Thursday, July 24 | Depart from the Hyatt Regency Hotel at 6:15 p.m. Tour begins at 7 p.m.
Note: Tour begins at at Canalside—a quick subway ride and short walk to the starting point or a 20-minute walk from the Hyatt Regency Buffalo Hotel.
History. Water—front row.
Buffalo was built on water—and this tour takes you straight to the heart of it! We're talking the Erie Canal's OG western terminus, Canalside, where the city's commerce and industry first exploded. Walk through the area that's getting a major glow-up with new attractions and waterfront fun, while we explore the gritty history of the canal, grain elevators and the industries that shaped Buffalo.
Get ready for a deep dive into Buffalo's past, plus the cool transformation happening today.
Photographer: Sharon Cantillon
