Guaranty Building
Guaranty Building
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Neighbourhood: Downtown
How to get there
- Buffalo-Exchange Street Station • 8 min walk
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Odyssey782120
Seattle, WA63 contributions
Oct. 2022
Here is a truly elegant building designed by Louis Sullivan Its outside is clad in unglazed ornamented tiles. And the inside small lobby area that is available to view is also full of ornamentation.
Written 7 October 2022
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Linda B
Raleigh, NC2,210 contributions
Oct. 2021
Built by the father of the skyscraper. I wasn't able to view the interior as the building was closed but the exterior was thoroughly enjoyed.
Written 11 October 2021
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Karyn D.
Chatham, NY18 contributions
Aug. 2020
Louis C. Sullivan designed this masterpiece and it was built in 1904, a new modern design for such a tall building at the time. Let that sink in as you gaze at the terracotta details from the street to the roof line. Bring a pair of binoculars or a good zoom lens on your camera and enjoy the most beautiful building in all of Buffalo
Written 12 August 2020
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Queen_Marg0t
Toronto, Canada333 contributions
Oct. 2019
I have visited this building several times as part of Explore Buffalo tour as well as the inside tour and it's so breathtaking that I want to see it again and again.
Written 22 October 2019
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Emily C
Chicago, IL27 contributions
Sep. 2019
The Guarantybuilding, designed by Louis Sullivan, is truly a gem! The exterior terra cotta ornament is gorgeous. We passed by on a Sunday when, unfortunately the building's interior was closed. Still, just checking out the exterior made my heart sing!
Written 19 September 2019
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Leslie C
Chevy Chase, MD13 contributions
Jul. 2019 • Family
Visit the small museum inside for the history of this beautifully restored building. We visited as part of our self-guided architectural walking tour.
Written 29 July 2019
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Pivo_11
Buffalo, NY84 contributions
Jun. 2019 • Friends
I visited the Guaranty Building museum on the first floor. They did an amazing job detailing the history of the building and Louis Sullivan. I first visited this building more than 25 years ago. Thanks to Hodgkin Russ law firm for sharing the building with the public. It is truly a gem of American Architecture.
Written 4 June 2019
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schmutaki
new jersey3,629 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
Beautiful Sullivan building which is worthwhile visiting if in the area. The architectural detail is wonderful. The museum in the lobby is well done. Much of the lobby has tight security and is off limits.
Written 31 May 2019
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John S
Buffalo, NY731 contributions
Nov. 2018 • Couples
11/24/18 I was able to view the inside first floor lobby of the Guarantee Building. Great 10 minute video with numerous exhibits.
This building was the first steel skyscraper at the time Buffalo was one of the major cities in the US.
The history was fascinating and their is the connection between Sullivan and his apprentice Wright
Sullivan beloved in the beauty of a building. The intricate Tera-Cotta is breathtaking.
It is just amazing to see what was accomplished in the late 1800 by the craftsmen of that time.
A definite short stop to this historic building is definitely in order if you are in the area.
This building was the first steel skyscraper at the time Buffalo was one of the major cities in the US.
The history was fascinating and their is the connection between Sullivan and his apprentice Wright
Sullivan beloved in the beauty of a building. The intricate Tera-Cotta is breathtaking.
It is just amazing to see what was accomplished in the late 1800 by the craftsmen of that time.
A definite short stop to this historic building is definitely in order if you are in the area.
Written 24 November 2018
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Claudia P
Buffalo, NY6 contributions
Oct. 2018 • Friends
This is an incredibly intricate, beautiful building with an unbelievable amount of detail and fine craftsmanship. They don't build 'em like that anymore!
Written 25 October 2018
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Alexandra K
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What are the hours of the small lobby museum?
OHPAFLNC
Pittsburgh, PA108 contributions
We were there on a weekend and there is a guard at the main lobby that let us in. Seems like it has not set time.
jeanmarshall39
Niagara Falls, NY
Are tours offered of the facility, what is the length of tour and its cost. How do I arrange a tour for about 30 people?
OHPAFLNC
Pittsburgh, PA108 contributions
Free static display in the lobby. Knock on the door and the guard will let you in. Neat movie, and a number of displays to read. Think we were there less than an hour.
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- We recommend booking Guaranty Building tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 1 Guaranty Building tours on Tripadvisor
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- (0.36 km) The Buffalo Grand Hotel
- Restaurants near Guaranty Building:
- (0.15 km) Charlie The Butcher's Express
- (0.13 km) Sato Brewpub
- (0.09 km) Mon Ami Restaurant
- (0.11 km) Vasilis Restaurant
- (0.11 km) Subway