Albany Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Albany
Where to stay in Albany
Colonie
You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in Colonie, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Northway Mall and Colonie Center Mall are just a few notable stops.
Downtown Albany
Downtown Albany is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Hudson River Way and MVP Arena while you're in town.
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.
Roessleville
If you're spending some time in Roessleville, Colonie Center Mall and Northway Mall 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 The Egg.
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.
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Room was clean staff was friendly very comfortable
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Very nice clean hotel, easy walk to MVP arena, just be forewarned that there is limited parking which led to confusion and some added stress, but not the end of the world.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport
Staff. Clean room.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Saratoga Lakeside Retreat
Clean, comfortable, convenient, right on the lake. Beautiful property!
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024
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 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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Palace Theater
You can make plans for a show at Palace Theater during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
The Egg
You can get tickets for a performance at The Egg on your trip to Albany. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Other places like Albany
- MVP Arena
- Crossgates Mall
- Albany Capital Center
- New York State Capitol Building
- Empire State Plaza Convention Center
- Hudson River
- Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena
- Washington Park
- Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza
- Albany Law School
- Albany City Hall
- Alfred E. Smith State Office Building
- Albany County Hockey Facility
- Shaker Heritage Society
- New York State Executive Mansion
- Corning Tower
- Albany NanoTech Complex
- Watervliet Shaker National Historic Site
- Westgate Plaza
- Northway Mall
