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Historic Buffalo River Tour

During the warm months, the Miss Buffalo II, in partnership with the Industrial Heritage Committee, takes visitors on a two-hour educational cruise down the Buffalo River, exploring the city's mighty industrial past with a visit to the old Erie Canal terminus and Elevator Alley. Tours leave rain or shine from the Miss Buffalo's dock at the Erie Basin Marina.

Getting there: Metro Rail: Erie Canal Harbor
Hours: Seven tours yearly Jul-Sep, see website for details
Price: $18, children $12
Website: buffaloharborcruises.com (opens in a new tab)

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