Buffalo Art & Gardens Tour
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Photo courtesy Buffalo AKG Art Museum
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Photo courtesy Buffalo AKG Art Museum
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This tour travels to the USA. Passports required!
This tour is the perfect cultural escape for art lovers and garden enthusiasts alike. Indulge your senses on this one-day journey from the Toronto area to Buffalo, NY, where art and nature intertwine in stunning harmony.
Your day begins with a visit to the Buffalo Garden Art Sale, a once-a-year event that brings together exceptional artisans and craftspeople. Browse unique works of art inspired by the natural world, from handmade pottery to intricate sculptures, all set in a vibrant outdoor setting.
Next, immerse yourself in the lush splendor of the Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens. This self-guided visit allows you to explore the stunning Victorian glass conservatory, filled with exotic plants, cascading flowers, and themed gardens designed to transport you to a botanical paradise.
The tour concludes with a self-guided exploration of the renowned Buffalo AKG Art Museum. Discover a world-class collection of modern and contemporary art, from iconic masterpieces to thought-provoking exhibitions, all housed in a beautifully designed architectural space that enhances the experience.
We hope you will join us for this day of inspiration, beauty, and unforgettable memories!
This tour is the perfect cultural escape for art lovers and garden enthusiasts alike. Indulge your senses on this one-day journey from the Toronto area to Buffalo, NY, where art and nature intertwine in stunning harmony.
Your day begins with a visit to the Buffalo Garden Art Sale, a once-a-year event that brings together exceptional artisans and craftspeople. Browse unique works of art inspired by the natural world, from handmade pottery to intricate sculptures, all set in a vibrant outdoor setting.
Next, immerse yourself in the lush splendor of the Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens. This self-guided visit allows you to explore the stunning Victorian glass conservatory, filled with exotic plants, cascading flowers, and themed gardens designed to transport you to a botanical paradise.
The tour concludes with a self-guided exploration of the renowned Buffalo AKG Art Museum. Discover a world-class collection of modern and contemporary art, from iconic masterpieces to thought-provoking exhibitions, all housed in a beautifully designed architectural space that enhances the experience.
We hope you will join us for this day of inspiration, beauty, and unforgettable memories!
Trip Dates
1-Day Trip
Sat June 28, 2025
Sat June 28, 2025
Price
$189 per person
All prices are per person, in Canadian dollars. All taxes and tips are included!
Pickup Locations
To book over the phone,
please call (866) 208-2950
please call (866) 208-2950
Inclusions
- Round-trip bus transportation on a highway motorcoach with washroom and WiFi.
- Visit to the annual Buffalo Garden Art Sale included.
- Admission & self-guided tour of the Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens included. (Note, this is also your stop for lunch. Lunch is not included with the tour. Your options will be either the food trucks at the garden sale or a few local restaurants within a 5 minute walk.)
- Admission & self-guided tour at AKG Art Museum included.
- Wonderful gift shops at both venues.
- Evening washroom/dinner break on return from Buffalo. Cost of dinner is not included in the tour price.
- Escorted tour with ShortTrips.ca tour director available during tour.
- All tips & taxes included.
Approximate Return Times
- Burlington 7:40 PM
- Mississauga 8:10 PM
- York Mills 8:50 PM
Deposits, Payments, Cancellations & Refunds
- 100% full refund if you cancel at least 7 days before the trip departure date.
- Sorry but no refunds if cancellation is received less then 7 days before trip departure date.
- You can transfer your seat to anyone else you know up to the time of departure without penalty, there is no cost for name changes.
Travelling With Children
- Children 10 and older are welcome on this trip. Price for children is same as adults.
Travel Documents
- US Immigration requires that all travellers MUST have a passport (or Nexus or EDL cards). If you do not have a Canadian or USA passport, please make sure that you have the appropriate permissions or documentation to travel to the USA.
- If you are denied entry to the US, sadly we will have to leave you at the border.
- Sorry but no refunds if you are denied entry.
Emergency Medical Insurance
- Emergency medical and trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended even though you will be in the USA for only a few hours. Getting ill in the USA can be very expensive.
- If you are not covered by a workplace or some other blanket travel/medical insurance policy, please consider purchasing emergency medical insurance online from CAA or TD Insurance or RBC Insurance or Manulife.
Buffalo Garden Art Sale
Photo courtesy Visit Buffalo Niagara
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One of the summer's most captivating events celebrates Buffalo Niagara's flourishing and passionate gardening community.
Does your garden crave a touch of unique, handcrafted beauty? Explore more than 70 vendors showcasing nature-inspired creations and garden-worthy masterpieces – sculptures, metalwork, paintings, woodwork, architectural remnants, found art, ceramics, planters, and beyond. Whatever complements your garden's enchantment! Indulge in delectable food trucks, live musical performances, educational plant exhibits, and an exciting basket raffle! |
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Photo courtesy Buffalo AKG Art Museum
The Buffalo AKG Art Museum (formerly the Albright-Knox Art Gallery) is one of the oldest museums dedicated to the art of our time, and the sixth-oldest public art institution in the United States. It was founded in December 1862 as the Buffalo Fine Arts Academy with former President Millard Fillmore among its incorporators. Throughout its evolution to the Albright Art Gallery, the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, and now the Buffalo AKG, our museum has been led by a series of talented and dedicated directors whose combined influence has given rise to an extraordinary collection of modern and contemporary art.
Step into the Buffalo AKG Art Museum, where the walls are like gossiping confidantes sharing the juiciest stories of creativity. This cultural hub in Buffalo is not your grandma's art museum – it's a lively circus of imagination, where paintings flirt with your curiosity, and sculptures throw a party of elegance. As you traipse through the halls, you'll find more drama than a Shakespearean play, with each artwork whispering, "Guess what happened when the artist picked up the brush?"
Step into the Buffalo AKG Art Museum, where the walls are like gossiping confidantes sharing the juiciest stories of creativity. This cultural hub in Buffalo is not your grandma's art museum – it's a lively circus of imagination, where paintings flirt with your curiosity, and sculptures throw a party of elegance. As you traipse through the halls, you'll find more drama than a Shakespearean play, with each artwork whispering, "Guess what happened when the artist picked up the brush?"
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
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The Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens is a breathtaking destination, housed within a historic Victorian-style glass conservatory. During your self-guided visit, explore a series of themed gardens, including the lush tropical rainforest, serene water gardens, vibrant seasonal flower displays, and exotic desert cacti collection. Marvel at the extraordinary collection of rare and colorful plants, beautifully curated to inspire wonder.
Don’t miss the opportunity to unwind at the on-site café, where light refreshments and snacks are available, offering a delightful pause amidst your exploration of this botanical haven. |
Photo courtesy Visit Buffalo Niagara
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