Best Things To Do Near Highmark Stadium Before A Bills Game! (Buffalo, NY)
In town for a Bills game?
In this post, I’m sharing a day trip itinerary for spending the day in Buffalo, NY before heading to a Bills Game.
If you’re looking for places to eat and things to do in the area while you’re in town, this is a perfect itinerary to take inspiration from.
Or, if you’re a local wanting to spend a day out on the town, this post is for you too!
This Buffalo day trip itinerary kicks off in the heart of downtown and makes its way south towards Highmark stadium for the game.
I’ll take you through how to spend your day in Buffalo from the morning into the afternoon before the game as well as share the best places to grab a bite, and things to do and see throughout the day.
Important note: you’ll most likely need a car for this Buffalo Bills day trip!
Also, this itinerary assumes an evening start time for the game, but feel free to still use this as travel inspiration for games of any start time or re-arrange this itinerary to better fit your schedule.
Best Things To Do Near Highmark Stadium Before A Buffalo Bills Game
Morning: Grab Breakfast At Wonder Coffeehouse
Start your day downtown with some breakfast or brunch at Wonder Coffeehouse!
Wonder Coffeehouse is by far my favorite coffee place in Buffalo thanks to it having a great atmosphere, prime waterfront location, aesthetic interior and exterior, delicious coffee, and of course - the waffles.
I’d argue the waffles are a priority if you’re planning on stopping by.
There’s a ton of options (especially when it comes to toppings), but they’re all beautifully assembled and it all truly makes for a superior waffle eating experience.
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Late Morning: Explore Canalside & Buffalo Waterfront
When you’re done at Wonder Coffeehouse, step outside and explore the beautiful Buffalo waterfront (AKA Canalside).
At Canalside, you’ll find various boardwalks, bridges, and pathways to explore along a very pretty waterfront.
There’s plenty of places to sit and enjoy your morning coffee, and more places to eat along the way if you’re still hungry.
There’s often events going on by the waterfront, which vary depending on the season, but can include concerts, festivals, and even ice skating.
Be sure to check out the official Buffalo waterfront site for any events going on and more information on nearby attractions.
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Stroll Through Buffalo Botanical Gardens
Next, we’ll head south of downtown and stop by the Buffalo And Erie Country Botanical Gardens.
The gardens are made of indoor and outdoor floral displays and several beautiful houses filled with lush greenery, colorful flowers, and even a koi pond.
It’s a beautiful and peaceful way to spend an hour or two if you have some time left before the game.
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Grab A Late Lunch/Early Dinner At Danny's Restaurant
Feeling hungry? Got some time left to kill?
Swing by Danny’s Restaurant, located conveniently right by the Bills’ stadium, for some classic Buffalo cuisine.
Enjoy a fun, casual atmosphere decorated with plenty of Bills memorabilia sure to get you hyped for the game.
You can find a wide variety of food choices, from salad, sandwiches, burgers, steak, pasta, and seafood.
View their menus, including special Buffalo Bills game day and tailgate menus, on their website.
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Head To The Bills Game
It’s game time, baby.
Now that you’ve had a delicious late lunch or early dinner at Danny’s, it’s time to head to nearby Highmark Stadium to cheer on the Bills (or the visiting team if that’s who you’re rooting for).
For info on all things tickets, parking, entrances, and anything else you need to know for a smooth Buffalo Bills game day experience at Highmark Stadium, be sure to visit their website.
Enjoy the game!
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Full Itinerary On Google Maps:
Here’s each location mentioned in this post highlighted on Google Maps to help you plan out your day in Buffalo, NY.
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Outro & Closing Thoughts
That beings me to the end of this post on what to do in Buffalo, NY if you’re in town for a Bills game.
Having lived in nearby Rochester for a few years now, Buffalo has become one of my absolute favorite close by places to explore.
I love visiting this beautiful (and severely underrated) city and hope you have a great time while you’re here for the game.
Go Bills!
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