Do you know the way to... Buffalo - Page 2

sofasurfer · #21 Posted **Aug 10, 2009, 3:08 PM**

BTW, does anyone know of any decent second-hand record stores in Buffalo? I've heard there were some interesting obscure labels from there in the past (soul/disco/funk in particular), and would be up for some record digging at some point.

realcity · #22 Posted **Aug 10, 2009, 4:37 PM**

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Originally Posted by highwater

People always laugh at me when I tell them Buffalo is a mini-Chicago, but it's true. I've got a great little book on Buffalo architecture that features numerous self-directed walking tours. The cemetery is one of my faves (close to the Albright-Knox - will probably check it out when I'm there), and HH Richardson's psych hospital is not to be missed by anyone with even a passing interest in architecture or history.

It is considered third or fourth most architecturally rich cities in the US. Top four are, Detroit, Chicago, NYC and Buffalo.

Albright-Knox is beautiful, just outside is Delaware Park designed by Olmstead (designer of Central Park NYC)

There are 3 Olmstead parks in Buffalo. Sadly today park design has deteriorated as much as building design.... maybe even more.

highwater · #23 Posted **Aug 10, 2009, 5:29 PM**

Olmstead also designed the grounds of the psych hospital, although not much remains of his design. Yet another reason not to miss it.

bornagainbiking · #24 Posted **Aug 10, 2009, 8:54 PM**

If you got time or anyone that has kids, there is a cheap attraction with some history attached.
Buffalo and Erie County naval yard (just under the bridge)
The Naval & Military Park is located very close to downtown Buffalo, on Buffalo Place at the foot of Pearl and Main streets, across from HSBC Arena. You can take any transportation to visit the park.
http://www.buffalonavalpark.org/
This has three ships (cruiser {huge}, destroyer and sub) and will kill hours then wings
Enjoy

highwater · #25 Posted **Aug 10, 2009, 10:20 PM**

Millstone · #26 Posted **Aug 11, 2009, 6:55 AM**

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Originally Posted by Jon Dalton

I wonder if you could cross the border on foot at Niagara Falls and take Buffalo public transit the rest of the way? That could pair up with the Niagara GO train for a nice transit adventure.

Niagara Falls, ON crosses to Niagara Falls, NY and not Buffalo.

Jon Dalton · #27 Posted **Aug 11, 2009, 4:25 PM**

Of course it does, but maybe Buffalo's regional transit connects with Niagara Falls, NY. Some people like new adventures on public transit. I know, those people are strange.

omro · #28 Posted **Aug 11, 2009, 4:31 PM**

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Originally Posted by sofasurfer

btw, Omro - once they issue it to ya, the I94-W is good for 90 days, and you can use it for multiple re-entry into the US. Means you don't have to go through the whole rigmarole next time you cross the land border, saving time and hassle - especially useful if you're in a car with Canadians and Americans!

Thanks :-) I remember you talking about this, but I must have forgotten to ask... do you fill all this in before you go (if so, where do you get the form) or is it something you fill in at the border?

matt602 · #29 Posted **Aug 12, 2009, 6:16 AM**

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Originally Posted by Jon Dalton

Of course it does, but maybe Buffalo's regional transit connects with Niagara Falls, NY. Some people like new adventures on public transit. I know, those people are strange.

Niagara Falls, NY and Buffalo, NY both actually use the same transit system (NFTA). Using Google Transit and inputting directions from "niagara falls ny" to "buffalo ny" it shows a suggested route using NFTA's Route 40 Grand Island route, straight into downtown Buffalo. Obviously you'd need to tweak further from there, but that does show that NFTA serves Niagara Falls and Buffalo seamlessly.

Link to suggested route

stuckinexeter · #30 Posted **Aug 12, 2009, 2:20 PM**

Hamilton to Buffalo.... hmmmm.... don't forget the Niagara Falls Bus terminal is opposite the VIA rail station there.....(it used to be by the Skylon Tower but now in the old part of the city).. if you take GO train or Bus to Niagara Falls... you could walk down to the Rainbow Bridge and walk over (but i suggest taxi to Rainbow Bridge).... go to Niagara Falls NY and take NFTA to Buffalo.

That could be costly..... best bet go to Toronto and take Greyhound to Buffalo direct.

omro · #31 Posted **Aug 12, 2009, 4:24 PM**

well originally I was concerned about timings, however now I've discovered I MUST be there at atleast 8am to make sure I get admitted when the doors open at 8:30am, it's looking like I will have to go the night before, stay over and then get back.

So the Toronto option, albeit much longer and tedious, may get put back on the table.

However, having just looked, only the 7 day advanced fare for Greyhound make them appreciably cheaper.

sofasurfer · #32 Posted **Aug 12, 2009, 5:14 PM**

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Originally Posted by omro

Thanks :-) I remember you talking about this, but I must have forgotten to ask... do you fill all this in before you go (if so, where do you get the form) or is it something you fill in at the border?

I'll email ya.