by Bella Cooper

Created on: August 08, 2009

Autumn in Buffalo, New York is just lovely. The sun is out, the winds are mild, making for a great time to visit the city. With the many parks and activities there is something for everyone to enjoy. Here are some ideas for fun things you and your family should check out in Buffalo this time of the year.

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York

(716)696-3555

The botanical gardens are a great place to visit in the autumn. With its beautiful gardens you can view the fall foliage up close. You will surely love seeing the wide range of beautiful plants and flowers.

Delaware Park

84 Parkside Avenue, Buffalo, New York

(716)884-9660

At Delaware Park you can enjoy a huge range of activities in the fall months. You can go for a walk, go for a bike ride or more. Play a game of tennis, explore the rose garden or just relax with a picnic.

The Buffalo Zoo

www.buffalozoo.org

300 Parkside Avenue, New York

(716)837-3900

Any time of the year is fun to visit the Sedgwick County Zoo. The zoo holds many native and exotic species of animals, including the zoo favorites of the elephant and polar bears exhibits. The zoo also holds seasonal exhibits so check out whether there are any exciting events going on before you go.

Tifft Nature Preserve

1200 Fuhrmann Boulevard, Buffalo, New York

(716)896-5200 ext 338

http://www.sciencebuff.org

The Tifft Nature Preserve is also nice in the fall. You can enjoy the fall colors in the surrounding trees as you go for a hike. Keep your eyes out for local wildlife!

Woodlawn Beach State Park

S-3580 Lakeshore Road, Blasdell, New York

(716)826-1930

This is an excellent area to go for a nice walk in the fall. The crowds will be gone in the fall, but the scenery is just as beautiful as ever. A great way to spend a day!

The Great Pumpkin Farm Fall Festival

11199 Main Street, Clarence, New York

Here you family can enjoy a spooky haunted house the Boo Barn, amusement rides, hayrides and more. It is a great activity to enjoy in the fall!

Buffalo Museum of Science

www.sciencebuff.org

1020 Humbolt Parkway #1, Buffalo, New York

(716)896-5200

This science museum is a great place to visit any time of the year. The museum holds many fantastic hands-on exhibits focused on science. Check out the website to find out special exhibits that are currently passing through the museum.

As you can see, there are many fun activities to participate in the fall months in Buffalo. Have a nice visit!

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