Downtown Albany Travel Guide
Albany
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Popular places to visit
MVP Arena
Catch an event at MVP Arena during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Albany Capital Center
Learn about the events happening in Albany Capital Center during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Hudson River Way
You can find out about the history of Albany with a stop at Hudson River Way. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Albany City Hall
After visiting Albany City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Albany. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
USS Slater
You can spend time studying the exhibits at USS Slater in Albany. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
University at Albany
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University at Albany during your trip to McKownville. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Downtown Albany
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
I loved its location and proximity to downtown activities and roadways. The facility is clean and well maintained.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hilton Albany
Wish the air conditioning was working better. Or maybe working at all. Thank goodness I was able to open my window.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
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Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
Didn't know there was a $20 charge for parking. You could also hear other hotel guests in the next room. Also hear alot of slamming doors whwn trying to sleep.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown
The breakfast was the best we’ve had at a budget-friendly hotel. Any staff members we met were very friendly and pleasant. The bed was very comfortable.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Renaissance Albany Hotel
Hotel is beautiful and rooms are excellent
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Albany
Mansion
When in Mansion, you can plan a visit to New York State Museum and Corning Tower, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sheridan Hollow
If you're spending some time in Sheridan Hollow, Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art are top sights worth seeing.
Center Square
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Center Square and surrounding area, you can visit Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Capitol Building.
South End
Though South End may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Destroyer Escort Historical Museum and New York State Museum.
Arbor Hill
If you're spending some time in Arbor Hill, Palace Theater and Ten Broeck Mansion are top sights worth seeing.
Hudson Park
While there might not be top attractions in Hudson Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like New York State Museum and Corning Tower.
