New Scotland Travel Guide
Albany
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Popular places to visit
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.
MVP Arena
Catch an event at MVP Arena during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's great live music 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.
The Egg
You can get tickets for a performance at The Egg on your trip to Albany. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
New York State Capitol Building
You can find out about the history of Albany with a trip to New York State Capitol Building. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Palace Theater
You can make plans for a show at Palace Theater during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Top hotels in New Scotland
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
Park and ride is my new go too.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Yes
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Albany Airport
Great Place to rest while traveling in Albany
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hilton Albany
Staff at the front desk and restaurant/bar were friendly, efficient, and helpful. Central location and easy access to highways. Appreciate the opportunity to have dinner at the hotel restaurant/bar after a long day of travel and meetings.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Walls are paper thin - bed is hard - killed a bug on the floor. Close proximity to capital buildings was a plus
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton Park/Saratoga Area
Enjoyed the French toast, son enjoyed scrambled eggs and waffles. Good hot food. Accommodations were excellent.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around New Scotland
Helderberg
While there might not be top attractions in Helderberg, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Museum.
Pine Hills
Pine Hills might not have many top sights, but Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Buckingham Lake
Buckingham Lake might not have many top sights, but Westgate Plaza and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Buckingham Lake - Crestwood
Though Buckingham Lake - Crestwood may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Westgate Plaza and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena.
Whitehall
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Whitehall and surrounding area, you can visit New York State Museum and Corning Tower.
Washington Square
Though Washington Square may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art.
