Spirit of Buffalo Ship

The Flagship of Buffalo

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Evening Sail

The sunsets and night skies of Lake Erie are nothing short of spectacular and there is no better way to enjoy them than aboard the majestic Spirit of Buffalo.

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The Spirit of Buffalo is proclaimed the Flagship of Buffalo by Mayor Byron Brown.

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Sit Back & Relax on Lake Erie

Sail back in time aboard the Spirit of Buffalo and discover traditional sailing on a classic 73 foot topsail schooner. This beautiful schooner with its magnificent red sails is available for day and evening sails on Lake Erie, sunset sails, craft brew cruises, wine in the wind sails, children’s pirate adventures, and educational excursions. Join the crew and hoist the red sails, or sit back, relax and see the city in a new (old?) way.

Pirate cruise
Students learning about maps on a field trip
Children learning how to steer a boat
Spirit of Buffalo sailing under a bridge
People enjoying a private cruise on the Spirit of Buffalo
People enjoying a cruise in Buffalo

Top-Rated Sails in Buffalo, NY

Awesome time!

"We had such a great time! Can't wait to do it again! It was perfect weather, the staff was friendly and was able to answer all our questions!"

– amberlwas87, TripAdvisor
Ship-Shape Crew on the Spirit of Buffalo.

"A sunny hot day with little wind didn’t stop the Spirit of Buffalo crew from making us all at home on our voyage. Wonderful makeup sail with local friends when we were rained out with out-of-town guests."

– Oren H., TripAdvisor
Beautiful Sail Ride

"What a wonderful sailboat ride my husband and I had! The captain and the crew were fabulous! I will recommend this sail ride to my family and friends! Great experience!"

– codabear59, TripAdvisor
Sunset Cruise

Even though it was freezing (classic Buffalo), my entire family had an absolute blast!! Definitely recommend this to visitors or any home-towners!

– Molly Mitchell, TripAdvisor