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History Ride: The Best of Buffalo by Bike

92 Reviews 4.98 out of 5 stars Based on 92 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Buffalo, USA

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2 hours (approx.)
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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.

What's Included

  • Bike Rental Included

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Prime Street
    Buffalo, NY 14202, USA

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    Canalside

    Wild stories of Canalside, the city’s historic red light district.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Guaranty Building

    Learn the story behind Louis Sullivan's masterpiece
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Buffalo City Hall

    See Buffalo's City Hall
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Michigan Street Baptist Church

    Buffalo’s first African American community and the underground railroad.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    The Electric Tower

    Learn the history behind Buffalo's Electric Tower
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Buffalo Bike Tours (Pass By)

    Admission is free
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the History Ride: The Best of Buffalo by Bike?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-113275P2

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
    • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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