Mansion Area Travel Guide
Albany
Visit Mansion Area
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Empire State Plaza Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Empire State Plaza Convention Center during your trip to Albany. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
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 Mansion Area
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport
Friendly staff. Clean room. Quiet stay.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Room was clean and beautiful. Great staff and stay experience. Great location and atmosphere.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Quick check in process. Very nice room. Delicious breakfast.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton Park/Saratoga Area
Room was clean and staff was great
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport
Friendly efficient staff, great shuttle service
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Tru By Hilton Albany Airport, NY
Clean room and quiet hotel
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mansion Area
Mansion
When in Mansion, you can plan a visit to New York State Executive Mansion and New York State Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Executive Mansion.
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 Alfred E. Smith State Office Building.
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.
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.
