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
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
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
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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
2 out of 5
300 Broadway, Albany, NY
The price is ₹10,952 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹10,952
₹12,540 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albany. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions MVP Arena and The Egg are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (201 reviews)
"Convenient location. Can walk to capital and bus station. Friendly staff, clean rooms, coffee in the lobby, room amenities and the free breakfast. The approach to the hotel could use better signage."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
3 out of 5
82 MONTGOMERY STREET, Albany, NY
The price is ₹12,980 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
₹12,980
₹14,862 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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 breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
2.5 out of 5
25 Chapel St, Albany, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹10,179 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
₹10,179
₹11,655 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,001 reviews)
"The breakfast had plastic utensils, which is not very sustainable and the reason I gave 4 stars. The hotel overall is nice and clean with the exception of the elevators. Also, there is a carpet everywhere. The location is very central. Walking distance to most attractions. The staff is very ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
Hilton Albany
Hilton Albany
3.5 out of 5
40 Lodge Street, Albany, NY
The price is ₹11,541 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹11,541
₹13,214 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
7/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"To provide Microwaves in the rooms"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Hilton Albany
Renaissance Albany Hotel
Renaissance Albany Hotel
3.5 out of 5
144 State Street, Albany, NY
The price is ₹18,799 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
₹18,799
₹21,525 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (929 reviews)
"All was good but the night stand was dirty with dust and someone’s hair."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Renaissance Albany Hotel
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown
3 out of 5
74 State Street, Albany, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹13,421 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
₹13,421
₹15,367 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (997 reviews)
"Staff, Rooms and area are very nice!"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Albany

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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
Mesa Verde National Park which includes tranquil scenes, landscape views and desert views

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.

Sheridan Hollow

Downtown Albany Travel Guide