Downtown Albany Travel Guide

Albany

New York State Capitol Building featuring heritage architecture and a pond
Times Union Center featuring a city
New York State Capitol Building showing heritage elements and a city
Hudson River Way which includes views
Hudson River Way featuring a city and a bridge

Popular places to visit

Times Union Center featuring a city

MVP Arena

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy the sounds of some of today’s biggest performing artists or watch an exciting sports event at a stadium in the very heart of Downtown Albany.

MVP Arena
Hudson River Way which includes a bridge as well as a small group of people

Hudson River Way

This pedestrian bridge, known for its lampposts featuring historical paintings, spans Interstate 787 to connect Albany’s downtown and the Hudson River.

Hudson River Way
USS Slater showing military items

USS Slater

Step back in time on this refurbished ship, the last of a class of warships that kept naval convoys safe from submarines and aircraft throughout World War II.

USS Slater
Albany City Hall which includes heritage architecture

Albany City Hall

Explore Albany’s hub of local government. Pay particular attention to the ornate Common Council chamber and eye-catching and melodic carillon tower.

Albany City Hall
University at Albany

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.

University at Albany
The Egg showing a high-rise building, modern architecture and a pond

The Egg

4.5/5(2 reviews)

One of the country’s most unique buildings, this performance space is both an architectural marvel and a great place to catch a show.

The Egg

Top hotels in Downtown Albany

Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
3 out of 5
82 MONTGOMERY STREET, Albany, NY
The price is Rp2.420.208 per night from 22 May to 23 May
Rp2.420.208
Rp2.771.138 total
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Albany. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (874 reviews)
"Very comfortable stay. Very clean room..the staff were helpful and kind. Ed was truly exceptional. I would stay again and recommend to others. Sidebar- fix shower door in room 421. It opens while showering. But this is not a deal breaker and did not affect my overall satisfaction with the room."

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2025

Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
The Albany Hotel
The Albany Hotel
2.5 out of 5
300 Broadway, Albany, NY
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.670.823 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
Rp1.670.823
Rp1.913.093 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this hotel in Albany. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions MVP Arena and Colonie Center Mall are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (43 reviews)
"Clean, quiet easy to get to the Greyhound station and a direct bus service to get to the hotel. Plenty of parking for those arriving in their own car. Near the flyover but rooms are surprisingly quiet."

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2025

The Albany Hotel
Hilton Albany
Hilton Albany
3.5 out of 5
40 Lodge Street, Albany, NY
The price is Rp2.522.436 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
Rp2.522.436
Rp2.888.190 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albany. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.8/10 (1,001 reviews)
"Outside of the pool which was FREEZING everything was great."

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2025

Hilton Albany
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
2.5 out of 5
25 Chapel St, Albany, NY
The price is Rp2.205.149 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
Rp2.205.149
Rp2.524.968 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albany. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Within walking distance to restaurants and MVP Arena, a really excellent convenience, but the parking, at the hotel, is bad. $20 a night for valet parking, which is just a desk person moving an orange cone, and showing you a spot to park in. If you’re there for a weekend, on street parking is free ..."

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown
3 out of 5
74 State Street, Albany, NY
The price is Rp2.599.058 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
Rp2.599.058
Rp2.975.921 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Albany. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Excellent Customer Service, very friendly and helpful with answering questions about the local area!"

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2025

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown
Renaissance Albany Hotel
Renaissance Albany Hotel
3.5 out of 5
144 State Street, Albany, NY
The price is Rp3.546.277 per night from 23 May to 24 May
Rp3.546.277
Rp4.060.487 total
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Albany. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (909 reviews)
"A"

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Albany

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Pastures

While Pastures may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Destroyer Escort Historical Museum and MVP Arena.

Pastures
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Mansion

When in Mansion, you can plan a visit to New York State Museum and MVP Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Mansion
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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.

Center Square
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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.

Hudson Park
Palace Theater which includes heritage elements

Arbor Hill

If you're spending some time in Arbor Hill, Palace Theater and Ten Broeck Mansion are top sights worth seeing.

Arbor Hill
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South End

If you're spending some time in South End, Schuyler Mansion and Mount Zion Baptist Church are top sights worth seeing.

South End

Downtown Albany Travel Guide