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Yes, Buddists are tolerant to the existence of other religions for sure. Hindus are too. The Wiccan religion is, but I've met a lot of Wiccans who aren't. Atheism isn't a religion, in that it espouses no way of life. So there's nothing in the definition of being an atheist that includes intolerance to other religions. But a lot of atheists got there by way of bad experiences with religion, so many atheists are also religion-phobes.
One religion not mentioned here that you might want to look into (if you're shopping) is secular humanism. Their core principles are:
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A conviction that dogmas, ideologies and traditions, whether religious, political or social, must be weighed and tested by each individual and not simply accepted on faith.
Commitment to the use of critical reason, factual evidence, and scientific methods of inquiry, rather than faith and mysticism, in seeking solutions to human problems and answers to important human questions.
A primary concern with fulfillment, growth, and creativity for both the individual and humankind in general.
A constant search for objective truth, with the understanding that new knowledge and experience constantly alter our imperfect perception of it.
A concern for this life and a commitment to making it meaningful through better understanding of ourselves, our history, our intellectual and artistic achievements, and the outlooks of those who differ from us.
A search for viable individual, social and political principles of ethical conduct, judging them on their ability to enhance human well-being and individual responsibility.
A conviction that with reason, an open marketplace of ideas, good will, and tolerance, progress can be made in building a better world for ourselves and our children. </i>
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