ERIE CANAL TURNS 200 HIDDEN HISTORY TOURS
UNCOVER THE STORIES THEY DIDN’T TEACH YOU IN SCHOOL.
As part of the Erie Canal Bicentennial, Buffalo Bike Tours is proud to present Hidden History Tours—a 12-part summer series exploring the lesser-known stories that helped shape Buffalo and the nation. From Indigenous resistance to women’s activism, from forgotten musicians to vanished neighborhoods, each tour is led by guest historians, artists, and community leaders passionate about bringing our past to life.
🗓 Every Saturday at 10am, June 28–September 13
📍 Departs from Buffalo Bike Tours at Canalside
🚲 Only $15 – includes bike rental (discounted from $75!)
👥 All ages and experience levels welcome
👨🏫 Led by expert guest histroians
Each tour is offered only twice. Space is limited—register now to secure your spot and ride through the untold history of Buffalo! Brought to you in part by the Erie County Harbor Development Corporation.
Upcoming HIDDEN HISTORY Tours
Our Tours For Locals programs allow us to support and work with our creative community of historians, authors, artists, and musicians to present new and fresh takes on the City of Buffalo. Moreover, they allow us to delve into the complex and hidden histories through fun tours throughout the city. Whether you’re a recent transplant or a lifelong resident, our Tours For Locals programs will help you see the city with new eyes.
Our Tours For Locals programs have been made possible in proud partnership with local organizations including Eugene Debs Hall, No Illusions Tours, Music Is Art Festival, Buffalo Institute for Contemporary Art, and Burning Books. Have an idea for a special tour you’d like to see in Buffalo by bike? We’re always open to collaborating, so get in touch!