Best of Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tour in Buffalo
Buffalo, United States

Best of Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tour

Outty Ranking 94 4.9 · 443 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $3890+ Club

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Outty Ranking

94/100

90+ Club. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 443 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Best of Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tour worth booking?

Best of Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tour is a 2-hour experience in Buffalo, United States, from $38 per person. It scores 94 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 443 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

Outty Ranking
94 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (443)
Duration
2 hours
From
$38 per person

This tour is regarded as the #1 bus tour in Buffalo because we use a unique blend of humor and history to tell the story of Buffalo. Your guide for this trip is a costumed Irish police officer compete with brogue who has

What you get

    About this experience

    This tour is regarded as the #1 bus tour in Buffalo because we use a unique blend of humor and history to tell the story of Buffalo. Your guide for this trip is a costumed Irish police officer compete with brogue who has been transported from 1860 to today. Expect wit, engaging stories and a bit of blarney on this tour that has been described at "...where the History Channel and Comedy Central meet." If you crave creative storytelling and audience participation, you'll love this tour experience. We start with a walking tour aboard the ships in the Naval Park, America's largest inland Naval Park. From there we hop aboard our bus for an open air experience highlighting all the best sites in Buffalo including Millionaires Row, City Hall, the sprawling former Psychiatric Hospital and much more. Children 5 years and under are free.

    What's included

    Included

    • Admission to the Buffalo Naval Park where we board the ships for a brief walking tour.

    What you'll see and do

    1. Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park

      Tour begins with a 25 minute walking tour aboard the ships at the Buffalo Naval Park including the infamous USS The Sullivans.

      40 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Guaranty Building

      One of the world's 1st skyscrapers

      Pass by without stopping

    3. Lafayette Square

      Hotel Lafayette built by the world's first female architect.

      Pass by without stopping

    4. Richardson Olmsted Campus

      Time permitting we stop at this sprawling former psychiatric center.

      10 minutes here

    5. Buffalo City Hall

      In Niagara Square we see City Hall, The Federal Court House, McKinley Monument and various statues.

      5 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Buffalo

    Please gather just outside the Liberty Hound Restaurant, the large brick building along the cobble stone drive. Your guide will greet you just outside the building. There are no bathrooms available during our tour, bathrooms are available inside the Liberty Hound Restaurant.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Please gather just outside the Liberty Hound Restaurant, the large brick building along the cobble stone drive. Your guide will greet you just outside the building. There are no bathrooms available during our tour, bathrooms are available inside the Liberty Hound Restaurant.

    Options you can book

    • Extra Sunday Tour

    • Best of Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tour

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tours

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Upper Deck seats require navigating some small steps

    Photos

    Your guide-an Irish cop from Buffalo's Canal Era (1860's)Humor and history bring to life the story of Buffalo.Upper deck has windows removed for open air enjoyment.Hear why top American architects such as Frank Lloyd Wright, Sullivan and Richardson built in Buffalo.See hidden treasures of the city.Experience Buffalo with humor and engaging story telling aboard a double decker bus. Explore the waterfront, Outer Harbor, Grain Silos and secret stories of Buffalo.

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 439 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    7 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    5 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Value for money

    3 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Traveler reviews

    439 verified traveler reviews for Best of Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Gillian_B · August 2026

    Best Tour Guide

    This was such a wonderful experience and our tour guide was not only hilarious, but he was very warm and welcoming. I would absolutely recommend this tour for anyone wanting to tour Buffalo.

    Response from the operator: Many thanks for the kind words. We try to represent Buffalo in word and deed.

    via Viator

    annmM5463EC · August 2026

    Fun way to learn facts

    First I appreciated that the guide agreed to wait until 2:07 when I arrived to begin tour. He was funny. Some of the jokes went over my head initially then I got them. Haha lots of fun!!

    Response from the operator: Thank you for taking a moment to share your experience board our double Decker Bus. We appreciate your business..

    via Tripadvisor

    flp8 · August 2026

    Book this you won’t regret it!

    What a fantastic tour. Officer O’Connor was hilarious and knowledgable. This is a wonderful way to see the city and some of its stunning architecture and to find out about the fascinating history of the city. Highly recommend.

    Response from the operator: It is very kind of you to take a moment and share your experience. Thanks!

    via Tripadvisor

    Mary_F · August 2026

    Great guide with great humor

    Mr O’Connor was an excellent guide with a great sense of humor! Loved Irish police officer outfit. Highly recommend!

    Response from the operator: Thank you for joining us on a windy day. My pleasure to have you aboard.

    via Viator

    denisemH7648CH · August 2026

    Worth it

    A very entertaining and thorough tour of the lovely city of Buffalo. It’s always best to have a tour guide who obviously loves his/her city and that’s definitely the case with O’Connor. Buffalo is well worth the visit, and this is the bus tour to take to see the incredible city and hear about its vibrant past and struggle to regain some of the glory days. Well done.

    Response from the operator: Many thanks for joining us on our City Tours. Your review is greatly appreciated.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    155
    Verdict
    90+ Club

    Why this scores 94

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)100
    Booking momentum (14% weight)100
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)72
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Best of Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Buffalo.

    How much does Best of Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $38 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Buffalo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Best of Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tour take?

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    Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Buffalo is not rushed.

    Is Best of Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 94 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 443 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Buffalo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Best of Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Best of Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Best of Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tour?

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    Around 155 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Buffalo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Buffalo and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Best of Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Buffalo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Buffalo?

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    Buffalo works as the American base for Niagara Falls day tours, plus Frank Lloyd Wright architecture visits, waterfront kayaking and wing-focused food tours. On Outty we rank every Buffalo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include History Ride: The Best of Buffalo by Bike, Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided Tour, Private Transfer: Buffalo Airport to Niagara Falls Canada. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Buffalo?

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    May to October, with the falls at their fullest in late spring. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Buffalo?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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