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
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.
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.
New York State Capitol Building
Perched atop Albany’s State Street hill, this ornate building has served as the seat of New York State government since the 19th century.
The Egg
One of the country’s most unique buildings, this performance space is both an architectural marvel and a great place to catch a show.
Palace Theater
Old World splendor and modern performance standards meet at this renovated heritage theater located in Albany’s downtown. Tour the building or see a show.
Top hotels in New Scotland
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Friendly stuff,clean rooms,great breakfast bar
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hilton Albany
Great
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Albany Airport
The room was very clean, the personnel was nice. The hotel is near the I-87 and there are restaurants nearby. The hotel has only 2 floors so there is no elevator.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Nice and comfortable. Parking is not that great. Nice breakfast.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport
This property was somewhat recently updated, but the workmanship is mediocre at best ( poor caulking, cheap plumbing fixtures, etc). Couches and chairs are worn and dirty in a number of rooms I’ve stayed in, tubs and toilet fixtures generally dirty near the floor.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton Park/Saratoga Area
l'ascenseur a bloquer et causer un stress important à mon conjoint qui a eu de la difficulté à dormir par la suite. de plus la réceptionniste nous a dit que le déjeuner étaiylt de 7 a 10 alors qu'il était de 6 a 9 donc oas de déjeuner.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 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.
