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 acclaimed theatre scene 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
Clean, renovated nice staff
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Multiple times card key didn't work Front desk staff was extremely rude and unprofessional No lock on windows on 4th floor. Windows opened completely for a body to fit out of Rug had rug nails sticking out and cut foot open Tub and toilet leaked Room was 80 degrees heat and ac broken, we had to sleep ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Hilton Albany
Pool was under construction but no worries, a popl was created when i tried to use the stand up shower that had no lip. Water ended up everywhere and I needed every available towel to soak up the water. I know wet rooms are common in other countries but I imagine they're designed to be more fumctional ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
Clean room, nice staff, good location.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Renaissance Albany Hotel
The hotel is great. Great location as well.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown
Parking was an issue
Reviewed on 23 Feb 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 Alfred E. Smith State Office Building and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena.
South End
Though South End may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like New York State Museum and Hudson River.
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 Alfred E. Smith State Office Building.
