Parking and Directions

Parking

You can park on any side street that doesn't have restrictions, and there are also numerous parking lots and ramps surrounding the festival. Remember to bring cash to park or use Parking Panda before the festival to purchase a reserved parking spot. The Taste of Buffalo has partnered with Parking Panda, the nationwide leader in online parking reservations to offer the ability to purchase guaranteed parking passes at several lots within walking distance to the festival. Once purchased, parking passes will be instantly emailed to you and guarantee you access to your selected location.

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Directions

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From points East, West, North, and South of Buffalo

Take the New York State Thruway (Interstate 90) to Exit 51W (Route 33 West, also called the Kensington Expressway). Exit from Route 33W as it ends at Oak Street. Follow Oak south and turn right on Broadway. This will bring you within a few blocks of the center of the event at Niagara Square. A number of surface lots and ramps are available on Pearl, Franklin and other adjoining streets running parallel to Delaware.

From Canada and Niagara Falls

Take the Peace Bridge to I-190 South to the Niagara Street exit. Turn right on Niagara Street and follow it south to Elmwood Avenue, just before City Hall. Turn right on Elmwood and park in any of the ramps and surface lots.

The Official Alternate Transportation Sponsor of the Taste of Buffalo Presented by Tops

Take the Metro to the Taste!

The NFTA can help you with transportation to the event.

Use their trip planner! Metro covers Buffalo, Lockport, Niagara Falls, and all points in between utilizing buses, trains, vans and trolley-buses.

While attending the Taste of Buffalo presented by TOPS, here are some local hotels to stay at:

Adam's Mark Hotel Downtown	716-845-5100 or 1-800-444-ADAM
Best Western Inn on the Avenue	716-886-8333 or 1-888-868-3033
Holiday Inn Express	716-854-5500
Doubletree Club Hotel	716-845-0112 or 1-877-633-4667
Hampton Inn & Suites	716-855-2223 or 1-800 HAMPTON
Hyatt Regency Buffalo	716-856-1234 or 1-800-233-1234
Embassy Suites	716-842-1000
The Mansion of Delaware	716-886-3300
Buffalo Marriott Harborcenter	716-852-0049
Courtyard by Marriott	716-840-9566
Hilton Garden	716-848-1000
Hotel @ Lafayette	716-853-1505
Lenox hotel	716-884-1700

For lodging outside of the immediate downtown area please search via the Visit Buffalo Niagara web site:

Buffalo City Hall Tours

Guided walking tour, free (donations accepted), no reservations. About 1 hour. Please inquire about mobility needs.

One of the largest city halls in America, see this Art Deco masterpiece inside and out. Tour usually includes the Council Chambers, Mayor's Office, and the best view in Buffalo at the Observation Deck. Meet in City Hall lobby, 65 Niagara Square. FREE (donations accepted). One-hour guided walking tour Monday-Friday at noon, no reservations.