The Underrated Park In Buffalo That Will Become Your New Favorite Destination

We're itching to get outside and luckily for us, Buffalo is home to some of the most beautiful parks in the country. The Olmsted Parks System is massive and each park features unique qualities to love. But this one is by far our favorite. Read on to learn more about the underrated park in Buffalo that will become your new favorite destination.

Delaware Park is located on Meadow Drive in Buffalo, NY.

The park is bordered by Delaware, Elmwood, and Parkside Avenues; Amherst Street, Nottingham Terrace, Route 198, and Rumsey Road.

This beautiful park is one of the three original Olmsted Parks.

And with 350 acres of beautiful landscape to explore, Delaware Park is the largest of the three.

The park consists of several notable attractions in the city.

The Japanese Garden, Hoyt Lake, and even a stunning rose garden can all be found within Delaware Park. They make for a perfectly picturesque visit!

When the park was originally designed, Olmsted and Vaux called it a "country park."

Taking a stroll through Delaware Park really does make you forget you're still within city limits. Massive trees, tons of green space, and beautiful paths to wander all await your arrival.

With so much ground to cover, self-guided tours are a must.

Worried you might miss something as you stroll? You can listen in on self-guided audio tours while you're at Delaware Park. The tours are available for free on the website Tourwand for your listening pleasure.

Without further ado, here are three of our favorite details about Delaware Park.

First, we cannot and will not ever get over the beauty of the Buffalo Japanese Garden. This stunning nook is located in Delaware Park and we highly, highly recommend you add it to your list of must-see attractions in the 716.

Next up: Hoyt Lake.

Row, row, row your boat on picturesque Hoyt Lake. This tranquil spot is perfect for a day date or to get some afternoon exercise in.

Last but not least, the architectural details.

There are several great spots within Delaware Park that design lovers will appreciate. The bridges, arches, and statues dotted throughout the park will not disappoint!

Delaware Park is our #1 favorite park, but there are so many other beautiful Buffalo destinations to choose from! Which of the Olmsted Parks in Buffalo is your favorite?

For more fantastic outdoor fun, check out our list of amazing state parks near the city and the best secret parks in Buffalo.

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