Area Information / The Buffalo Area

Buffalo, New York is adjacent to the international border of Canada, within a day's drive of all the major metropolitan centers in the northeast.  The city is minutes from one of the great wonders of the world, Niagara Falls.  Within Buffalo, the people and environment cultivate a lifestyle not matched in any other area.  You'll find world-renowned architecture, historical sites, art galleries, and an expertly designed park system.  With two major professional sports franchises and a plethora of other sports teams and events, from little-league to semi-pro, Buffalo is a sports fan's paradise.  In the wintertime, Buffalo is truly a winter wonderland.  From ice skating, sledding, to skiiing, Buffalo has it all.  For winter sports enthusiasts, Buffalo-area ski resorts and winter lodges are the place to be.  Once the snow melts, Buffalo blooms. The city hustles with festivals celebrating the area's ethnic heritage, art, food, music, and more.  The weekly activity calendar includes everything from outdoor concerts to classic car shows.  Summers on the banks of Lake Erie are unparalleled.  Year-round you'll discover that Buffalonians welcome you to enjoy life, and once you experience the Buffalo lifestyle, you will never want to leave.