Directions

From the North: Take I-190 South into downtown Buffalo. Take the Niagara St. exit. Turn right on Niagara St., and right again on S. Elmwood, which turns into Lower Terrace after the Church St. intersection.

From the South/West: Take I-90 East to I-190 North into downtown Buffalo. Take the Church St. exit. Turn right on Lower Terrace (first intersection) and right again on Pearl St.

From the East:  Take I-90 West to Route 33 (The Kensington Expressway).  Take Route 33 into downtown Buffalo and exit to Goodell St.  Bear left on Pearl St. and continue until it ends at the park.

Parking

**As of July 14, 2025, the parking lot on Marine Drive directly across the street from the Naval Park will be closed due to construction.

• Accessible Parking: On Lloyd Street, and KeyBank Center and LECOM Harborcenter ramps. Drop-off area at Marine Drive and Commercial Street.

• Street & Lot Parking: Surface lots, ramps, and on-street parking within 2 blocks. Nearby multi-level ramp at LECOM Harborcenter, and spots at the corner of Marine Dr. and Erie St. located at 80 Wilkeson Way.

• Metered Parking: Use the Buffalo Roam App for convenient on-street parking.

Canalside

Buffalo’s Waterfront is one of the most popular destinations in the City of Buffalo. Located at the 1825 terminus of the Erie Canal, the site’s storied history is just as exciting as its future! This summer, there is a free Canalside shuttle that will provide access to the Buffalo Naval Park and other attractions on the waterfront.

The waterfront features tons of family friendly activities and attractions. You’ll find concerts and festivals, fitness classes, ice skating, paddleboats, curling, kayaking, children’s programming, history tours, delicious outdoor dining, as well as a professional sports arena, historic lighthouse, boat rides, a children’s museum, and a zip lining and ropes course.