Visit Albany
Where to stay in Albany
Colonie
Uncover some of the top draws of Colonie like its shopping and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, make a stop by Colonie Center Mall or Watervliet Shaker National Historic Site.
Downtown Albany
Downtown Albany is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to MVP Arena and Albany City Hall while you're in town.
Arbor Hill
While visiting Arbor Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Palace Theater and Ten Broeck Mansion.
Roessleville
If you're spending some time in Roessleville, Colonie Center Mall and Northway Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Pine Hills
While Pine Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Museum.
Sheridan Hollow
While visiting Sheridan Hollow, you might make a stop by sights like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art.
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
This hotel is only 2yrs old and seems very clean and nice. The staff has been unfailingly nice and helpful. There is also a brewery next door that was fun. Very pleased with our stay so far.
Reviewed on 16 November 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport
The air coming from the room heater/air conditioner was very unpleasant. No way to turn it off. I had to block it with a chair, to prevent it blowing directly on me. Everything else was okay.
Reviewed on 17 November 2025
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
Hotel was nice and very friendly.
Reviewed on 17 November 2025
The Rizzy Apartment
It was very clean, and a bunch of places were easy to walk to!
Reviewed on 12 October 2025
Chic Madison Parkview
Great location, walking distance to MVP arena. Fun, clean space.
Reviewed on 17 November 2025
NEW Cozy Apt Bright + Modern W/D
Located in a converted brewery across from Hudson Park, we arrived late in the evening and had difficulty finding the apartment due to lack of exterior lighting. Once inside, however, we found its interior to be very attractive, comfortable, spacious, quiet, and immaculate. Unfortunately, when we ...
Reviewed on 5 October 2025
Popular places to visit
University at Albany
Enjoy the collegiate 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.
Palace Theater
You can make plans for a show at Palace Theater during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
The Egg
You can make plans for a show at The Egg during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
New York State Capitol Building
You can find out about the history of Albany with a visit to New York State Capitol Building. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.
Washington Park
After visiting Washington Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Albany. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Other places like Albany
- University at Albany
- Colonie Center Mall
- Crossgates Mall
- MVP Arena
- Albany Medical Center
- Palace Theater
- Albany Capital Center
- The Egg
- Empire State Plaza Convention Center
- Hudson River
- New York State Capitol Building
- Washington Park
- New York State Museum
- Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena
- Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza
- Destroyer Escort Historical Museum
- Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
- Albany Medical College
- Albany Law School
- Hudson River Way
- Corning Tower
- Albany County Hockey Facility
- Albany Institute of History and Art
- Albany NanoTech Complex
- Albany City Hall
- Albany Pine Bush Preserve
- Capital Repertory Theater
- Zuzu s Wonderful Life Inc
- New York State World War II Memorial
- Alfred E. Smith State Office Building
- New York State Executive Mansion
- Shaker Heritage Society
