Downtown Albany Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Albany
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
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Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hilton Albany
Staff at the front desk and restaurant/bar were friendly, efficient, and helpful. Central location and easy access to highways. Appreciate the opportunity to have dinner at the hotel restaurant/bar after a long day of travel and meetings.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Walls are paper thin - bed is hard - killed a bug on the floor. Close proximity to capital buildings was a plus
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
I would have given it a five out of five but nowhere did I see and nor was I told there is no parking there and you have to pay a valet $20 a night to park
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown
The breakfast was the best we’ve had at a budget-friendly hotel. Any staff members we met were very friendly and pleasant. The bed was very comfortable.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Renaissance Albany Hotel
We loved it. Thank you !
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Albany
Mansion
When in Mansion, you can plan a visit to New York State Museum and Corning Tower, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
South End
Though South End may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Destroyer Escort Historical Museum and New York State Museum.
Arbor Hill
If you're spending some time in Arbor Hill, Palace Theater and Ten Broeck Mansion 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 Corning Tower.
