Canalside Paddleboats

Courtesy of Water Bikes of Buffalo (see below), both young and old can cruise their way around the rebuilt Canalside canals on their choice of six adult-size paddleboats or 12 child-size double-passenger boats. Boats are rented for 20-minute intervals on a first-come-first-served basis from the kiosk at the east end of the canals, adjacent to Main Street. Life vests are provided free of charge and, even though the water is only 18 inches (45 cm) deep, are mandatory for all ages.

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Address

near corner of Main St. and Marine Dr.

Getting there

Metro Rail: Erie Canal Harbor

Hours

Memorial Day-June 20: Sat Sun 10AM-6PM; June 20-Labor Day: daily 10AM-6PM

Price

Single-passenger boats $5 per 20-minute session; two-passenger boats $10 per 20-minute session

Website

waterbikesofbuffalo.com (opens in a new tab)