Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Amherst February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Amherst Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Amherst.dx9323)[Hotels in Amherst](https://expedia.ca/Amherst-Hotels.d9323.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Amherst](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Amherst.d9323.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Amherst Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Amherst.d9323.Car-Rental-Guide)[Amherst Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Amherst.d9323.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Amherst, NY ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Amherst Types of activities [Amherst travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Amherst.dx9323) ![The Niagara Falls in November](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9323/1b437015-3f6b-418c-a824-c09dfed2b311.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Niagara Falls in November](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9323/1b437015-3f6b-418c-a824-c09dfed2b311.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Niagara Falls on America side in the morning with clear sky , Buffalo , United States of America](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9323/b5f7efd5-977b-4d59-be15-d162b0af7a69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A beautiful sunset today at ub! At least there is one perk to being stuck on campus for 12 hours! 🌅🌅🌅 #ub #universityatbuffalo #buffalo #sunset #baridpoint #oozefestpits #springsemester #academicspine #campuslife ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6276889/6f4929dc-5220-42a3-b540-54ed4dcc34d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A nice day for a walk in the fall by the pillars. #universityatbuffalo#buffalo #ub #college #hiking #lake #berries #fall ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6276889/f5c600f2-e493-4850-9ce4-e2e63a802fad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Amherst Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Amherst has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Amherst is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Amherst to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Amherst Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Amherst. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Amherst attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- --- ## Recommended things to do in Amherst | Number of things to do | 20 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Self-Guided Buffalo Scavenger Hunt: Roaming Buffalo](/things-to-do/buffalo-scavenger-hunt-roaming-buffalo.a992080.activity-details): CA $17 | | Top 5 things to do | [Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided To...](/things-to-do/theodore-roosevelt-inaugural-national-historic-site-admission-and-guided-tour.a672820.activity-details)[Buffalo Sabres Ice Hockey Game at Keybank Centre](/things-to-do/buffalo-sabres-ice-hockey-game-at-keybank-centre.a47587364.activity-details)[Niagara Falls Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour from Toronto](/things-to-do/niagara-falls-self-guided-driving-audio-tour-from-toronto.a49289256.activity-details)[Buffalo Scavenger Interactive Hunt Walking Tour](/things-to-do/buffalo-scavenger-interactive-hunt-walking-tour.a51057976.activity-details)[Niagara Falls USA: Full-Day Scenic Tour from Buffalo!](/things-to-do/niagara-falls-usa-full-day-scenic-tour-from-buffalo.a51257462.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided To...](/things-to-do/theodore-roosevelt-inaugural-national-historic-site-admission-and-guided-tour.a672820.activity-details)[Buffalo Sabres Ice Hockey Game at Keybank Centre](/things-to-do/buffalo-sabres-ice-hockey-game-at-keybank-centre.a47587364.activity-details)[Buffalo Scavenger Interactive Hunt Walking Tour](/things-to-do/buffalo-scavenger-interactive-hunt-walking-tour.a51057976.activity-details)[Self-Guided Buffalo Scavenger Hunt: Roaming Buffalo](/things-to-do/buffalo-scavenger-hunt-roaming-buffalo.a992080.activity-details)[Buffalo Bar Hunt: Buffalo Ballin'](/things-to-do/buffalo-bar-hunt-buffalo-ballin.a2573546.activity-details) | | With kids | [Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided To...](/things-to-do/theodore-roosevelt-inaugural-national-historic-site-admission-and-guided-tour.a672820.activity-details)[Niagara Falls USA: Full-Day Scenic Tour from Buffalo!](/things-to-do/niagara-falls-usa-full-day-scenic-tour-from-buffalo.a51257462.activity-details)[Niagara Falls USA and Canada One Day Excursion from Buffalo](/things-to-do/niagara-falls-usa-and-canada-one-day-excursion-from-buffalo.a51257459.activity-details)[Niagara Falls Canada Tour & Maid of the Mist Boat Ride](/things-to-do/niagara-falls-canada-tour-maid-of-the-mist-boat-ride.a495896.activity-details)[Canada/USA Incredible Wonder Tour of both sides of Niagara Falls](/things-to-do/canada-usa-small-group-wonder-tour-of-niagara-falls-max-6.a44999302.activity-details) | ## What to do in Amherst --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Amherst ![A beautiful sunset today at ub! At least there is one perk to being stuck on campus for 12 hours! 🌅🌅🌅 #ub #universityatbuffalo #buffalo #sunset #baridpoint #oozefestpits #springsemester #academicspine #campuslife ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6276889/6f4929dc-5220-42a3-b540-54ed4dcc34d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University At Buffalo - North Campus Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University At Buffalo - North Campus, during your trip to Amherst. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music. [](https://expedia.ca/University-At-Buffalo-North-Campus-Buffalo.d6175369.Vacation-Attraction) ![Downtown Buffalo NY](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064435/ddc94cc9-ad1a-4fc7-b3a1-f2ba87b4fb62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### KeyBank Center Catch an event at KeyBank Center during your trip to Buffalo. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene. [](https://expedia.ca/KeyBank-Center-Buffalo.d6064435.Vacation-Attraction) ![NFL Salute to Service Buffalo Bills Ralph Wilson Stadium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047844/967ffd8d-0ce5-4803-b2a8-0405cc2eb554.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Highmark Stadium Catch an event at Highmark Stadium during your trip to Orchard Park. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music. [](https://expedia.ca/Highmark-Stadium-Buffalo.d6058007.Vacation-Attraction) ![More food than I can eat.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7197/922e9321-3e29-44f2-bf8c-86af1e799246.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Walden Galleria Mall You can enjoy retail therapy at Walden Galleria Mall during your trip to Cheektowaga. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music. [](https://expedia.ca/Walden-Galleria-Mall-Buffalo.d6129205.Vacation-Attraction) ![Buffalo Zoo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064383/9113c450-b475-40c1-9f7d-3a98c9f83927.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Buffalo Zoo See more than 1,200 animals at this small zoo in Buffalo’s Delaware Park. Explore the rainforest building or see the big cats of the African plains. [](https://expedia.ca/Buffalo-Zoo-North-Buffalo.d6064383.Vacation-Attraction) ![❤️Buffalo ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/717/d714e0dc-a466-4da4-8011-2237fccd2fac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Canalside Explore the great outdoors at Canalside, a lovely green space in Buffalo. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Canalside-Downtown-Buffalo.d553248621558115446.Vacation-Attraction) ![Buffalo, USA-20 July, 2019: Burchfield Penney art center, an arts and educational institution part of Buffalo State College](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6175436/e70a5c43-7604-442a-bc1e-c6a71f3818ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Buffalo State College Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Buffalo State College, during your trip to Buffalo. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music. [](https://expedia.ca/Buffalo-State-College-Elmwood-Bidwell.d6175436.Vacation-Attraction) ![amusement park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558133905/6ec8e7b4-4cc4-426f-91f3-65b4a44b8ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hamburg Fairgrounds Enjoy a stop at Hamburg Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Hamburg. Take in the great live music while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Hamburg-Fairgrounds-Buffalo.d553248621558133905.Vacation-Attraction) ![Stopped at Wilkeson Point Outer Harbor in Buffalo NY on the way to Canada.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/717/4b559cb9-882c-4367-970f-ffd221ba9784.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Niagara Square After visiting Niagara Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Buffalo. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music. [](https://expedia.ca/Niagara-Square-Downtown-Buffalo.d6243508.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Amherst ![Buffalo which includes cbd and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602674/2e814fbb-a528-4756-b39e-0a601a261b1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Buffalo ![#riverside #rivers #riverwalk #riverview #nature](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7197/71fe938d-8fc9-4a1d-8f4f-c04943ec4751.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cheektowaga ![Beautiful view of the Glen Falls in Williamsville, New York](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7861/96f0fde2-23c9-4d92-84bb-56d3c53fb4e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Williamsville ![The Lock at Lockport Historic Erie Canal Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8381/fc47a357-f5f5-40f2-885f-9cc1730dd8c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lockport ![American falls at Niagara falls](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049095/57312066-d7ef-413b-a608-05c3c1067fb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### North Tonawanda ![Early afternoon autumn aerial photo view of the City of Amsterdam New York. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6276889/21b33b34-3277-4e65-8c7d-81077d833a3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Getzville ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Amherst worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Amherst? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Amherst? ### Is three days enough to stay in Amherst? ### Is Amherst a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Amherst with kids? > - [Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided To...](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/theodore-roosevelt-inaugural-national-historic-site-admission-and-guided-tour.a672820.activity-details) > - [Niagara Falls USA: Full-Day Scenic Tour from Buffalo!](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/niagara-falls-usa-full-day-scenic-tour-from-buffalo.a51257462.activity-details) > - [Niagara Falls USA and Canada One Day Excursion from Buffalo](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/niagara-falls-usa-and-canada-one-day-excursion-from-buffalo.a51257459.activity-details) > - [Niagara Falls Canada Tour & Maid of the Mist Boat Ride](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/niagara-falls-canada-tour-maid-of-the-mist-boat-ride.a495896.activity-details) > - [Canada/USA Incredible Wonder Tour of both sides of Niagara Falls](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/canada-usa-small-group-wonder-tour-of-niagara-falls-max-6.a44999302.activity-details) ### What to do in Amherst for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Amherst?