Tonawander Walking Tour

The City of Tonawanda played a significant role in the development of the Niagara Frontier. With its rapid growth upon the opening of the Erie Canal it became one of the most important centers of the lumber industry. We will wander through the streets of the City exploring the remnants of its gloried past including one of the most opulent armories built in New York State, a pocket park leading to a street of magnificent Victorian homes built by the lumber barons, and a remaining train station that served as many as 100 trains a day.

Meet outside the Tonawanda “Castle” at 69 Delaware Street, City of Tonawanda. Street parking is available along nearby streets around the Tonawanda Castle. This tour is approximately 90 minutes in length and approximately 1.52 miles walking.

Check in 10:15am

Tour Procedures & Policies: 

• Reservations are required for all tours, including for Explorer Pass members. Walk-ups without reservations cannot be accommodated. Tours are generally limited to a maximum of 18 people per group. 
  • Reservations close two hours before the tour’s scheduled start time (for example, reservations close at 8am for a 10am tour). 
  • To redeem an orange Explore Buffalo walking tour pass, please email [email protected] at least 24 hours in advance to reserve your tour. 
  • The Explore Buffalo docent for your tour will have a list of tour reservations for their tour; you do not need to print or bring any tour confirmation. 
• Accessibility: Please contact us at [email protected] or (716) 245-3032 if you plan to attend this tour and will require accommodations or if you have questions about accessibility. 
• Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Tours generally proceed rain or shine. In the event of weather that requires a tour cancellation, we will contact registered tour guests in advance of the tour. 
• See our FAQs page for our refund policy and answers to other questions.
• By confirming your reservation for any Explore Buffalo tour, you acknowledge and accept Explore Buffalo’s tour policies.