New Scotland Travel Guide
Albany
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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 great live music 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.
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.
Top hotels in New Scotland
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
We were greeted by a very stoic and unhelpful staff member who let us know that we had to pay $100 fee for having our two small dogs with us. We were unaware of this policy as it was not listed on Expedia so we mentioned being surprised and the concierge ignored us and handed us papers to sign. We ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hilton Albany
Great
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Albany Airport
I've stayed here before, and that informed my decision to stay here again when I was here on business. The rooms are clean, and there are good amenities.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
I was on the 2nd floor and a large group of teenagers partied in the hallway. Smelled like canibus and the fire alarm went off all night… cops showed up at 10pm to investigate a possible armed robbery. No rest and no thanks!
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn Glenmont - Albany South
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton Park/Saratoga Area
Hotel was nice. Parents who would rather drink than monitor their 12-16 your old kids ruined the trip. Having a kid bang on our room door scaring and waking up my children is not ideal. Older kids running around in the halls and the room above is made sleeping difficult. Staff didn’t seem to ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around New Scotland
Helderberg
While there might not be top attractions in Helderberg, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Museum.
Pine Hills
Pine Hills might not have many top sights, but Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Buckingham Lake
Buckingham Lake might not have many top sights, but Westgate Plaza and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Buckingham Lake - Crestwood
Though Buckingham Lake - Crestwood may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Westgate Plaza and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena.
Whitehall
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Whitehall and surrounding area, you can visit New York State Museum and Corning Tower.
Washington Square
Though Washington Square may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art.
