Pastures Travel Guide
Albany
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.
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.
Washington Park
Numerous activities await you in this beloved and idyllic Albany green space, a product of the city’s Golden Age in the late 1800s.
New York State Museum
Marvel at New York garnet, greet an ancient mastodon and ride a carousel at this museum that chronicles the past and present of the Empire State.
Things to do
Albany Sunset Live Music Cruise
Top hotels in Pastures
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albany
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Albany SUNY
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Park Manor Hotel
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pastures
Mansion
When in Mansion, you can plan a visit to New York State Museum and MVP Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
South End
If you're spending some time in South End, Schuyler Mansion and Mount Zion Baptist Church are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
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.