Most people know Buffalo as a vacation destination, drawing in thousands of visitors each year with its stunning waterways and incredible local food scene. But just south of Buffalo is a beautiful, laid-back city showcasing a different side of Lake Erie. Lackawanna is a charming small town in upstate New York. But the small city never lost its charm. Lackawanna's surprising greenery, scenic parks, and burgeoning food scene make it worth the detour off the Buffalo tourist trail to find some of the area's secret spots most tourists miss.