Washington Square 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 entertainment choices 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 Washington Square
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton Park/Saratoga Area
"Room was clean."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Albany Airport
"Breakfast was poor with old fruit. Staff was fair. We had two rooms one was decent the other has spots on the mattress and under sheet that could of been spots from bed bugs or old faded blood. They did give us another room that was ok. No ammenities other than breakfast, not even an elevator. Window ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Comfort Inn Glenmont - Albany South
"Room was great. Other areas were under construction so hard to say. Landscaping/entrance could be nicer. Staff was lovely and location is super convenient for downtown."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
"The breakfast is ok. No meat only eggs. The harshbrown tastes like overweight."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hilton Albany
"It was a very clean"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
"10 Stars. I was in Albany for a graduation and this location was great. Mr. Ed made the welcome pleasant and enjoyable, sharing all the amentities of the hotel and his own personal stories, what a delight. I personally like no carpet so the room was great, not to mention, a standup shower. The breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Washington Square
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.
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.
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 The Egg.
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.
West End
While West End may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Westgate Plaza and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena.
Arbor Hill
If you're spending some time in Arbor Hill, Palace Theater and Ten Broeck Mansion are top sights worth seeing.
