Buffalo abounds in not just historically and culturally rich museums and art centers but also fun family destinations that are instantly liked by both children and adults. Absolutely `must visit` places of interest in the city include:

Buffalo Zoological Gardens:Third oldest zoological garden in the United States, the Buffalo Zoological Gardens is a great community resource in the city. Established in 1875, the zoo conserves animals belonging to varied species from around the world. Visit this park to get up close and personal with a wide range of mammals, amphibians, birds, reptiles and fishes.

Albright Knox Art Gallery:Located in Delaware Park in Buffalo, the Albright Knox Art Gallery houses the best in both modern and contemporary art. The art collection in the gallery spans several centuries. Also on display are the post war European and American art pieces.

Buffalo City Hall:Designed by architects George J. Dietel and John J. Wade, the Buffalo City Hall is an architectural masterpiece with wonderful murals that depict the city industry and history. The observation tower at the city hall provides the travelers with an excellent view of the Buffalo waterfront.

Buffalo Museum of Science:A fun place for travelers of all ages, the Buffalo Museum of Science records life in all its forms and is home to about 700,000 specimens from the Greater Niagara Region. It is the only museum in United States with an elementary school that offers specialized science education to up to 1,100 students. The Buffalo Museum of Science also features man made lakes, a self-guided nature trail and a 75-acre freshwater cattail marsh.

Buffalo is a magical city with hordes of accommodation options in the form of luxurious five stars, bread and breakfasts, hostels and budget hotels. Areas where most of these are concentrated include:

Downtown:Travelers who like to stay in the middle of all the action would love the Buffalo Downtown. Adam`s Mark Hotel lies in the core of the Downtown, just minutes away from all the major attractions in the area. Hyatt Regency, located near the Buffalo Convention Center, is the beat option for the ones traveling for business purposes. If it`s the theatre district that attracts you, try the Radisson Suites Downtown. Best Western Inn, Holiday Inn Buffalo Downtown, Hampton Inn & Suites and Embassy Suites Buffalo are amongst the moderately priced accommodation option in the Downtown.

Airport Neighborhood:The neighborhood of Buffalo Niagara International Airport is the best area to stay in for the ones visiting the city for a quick business meeting or ones planning a visit to the Niagara Falls. The Four Points Hotel Buffalo Airport features a traveler`s lounge and overlooks a tropical courtyard. Holiday Inn Buffalo Airport is frequented by business travelers for its excellent facilities like a business center that features full computer and Internet access. Quality Inn Airport, Howard Johnson Express Inn and Comfort Suites Buffalo Airport are the m moderately priced accommodation options that offer great guest services.

Buffalo Suburbs:The Buffalo Marriott Niagara is an absolute favorite amongst the golf lovers from around the world. With free breakfast bar and an indoor pool, Sleep Inn Amherst remains a preferred option in the Buffalo suburbs. Roycroft Inn in East Aurora, Red Coach Inn in Niagara Falls and the Lodge on the Lake Hotel are some of the superb options in the area.

A valid passport is required by all nationals visiting United States of America.

Visa is not required by nationals of Britain, Canada, Australia and all EU countries.

However, nationals of Bulgaria, Greece, Romania, Cyprus and Poland do require a visa as they`re not included in the visa waiver program.

Summer (May to October) is the best time to experience the Buffalo beaches, outdoor concerts, parks and plays. The week leading to St. Patrick`s Day is also an ideal time to visit Buffalo. The "High Holy Days" bring to the city lost of Irish bands, events at the Buffalo Irish Center, as well as 2 great parades. Fall lends a new dimension to the city`s natural beauty and the colors added to the nature acts as a great incentive for the travelers.

Although Buffalo winters are famous, it has all the four distinct seasons. Winters in the city can be quite chilling with snowfall and blizzards not being a rarity. March and April is spring time when the temperatures can fluctuate between sub zero temperatures to up to 60 degree Fahrenheit. Summer days are comfortably warm and sunny with average temperature hovering around 70 to 80 degree Fahrenheit. Buffalo looks beautiful during fall when the leaves on the trees change colors. It is a warm and comfortable time and the first frost sets in only by Halloween.

Currency:Currency used in Buffalo is US Dollar. ATMs and bureau de change can be easily found throughout the city. Debit cards and credit cards are widely accepted. Travelers` checks are mostly accepted everywhere.

Language:The official language of United States of America is English. The other languages spoken in Buffalo by popularity include English, Spanish, Korean, Filipino, Armenian and Chinese.