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
Palace Theater showing signage and night scenes

Palace Theater

3/5(1 review)

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.

Palace Theater
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

Top hotels in Downtown Albany

Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
3 out of 5
82 MONTGOMERY STREET, Albany, NY
The price is ฿4,938 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
฿4,938
฿5,653 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Albany. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (821 reviews)
"Very nice will stay there again"

Reviewed on 20 Feb 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
The price is ฿4,534 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
฿4,534
฿5,192 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location for downtown Albany access Parking available Front desk moved us from a room adjacent to elevator shaft to an equivalent room far away from elevator"

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
Hilton Albany
Hilton Albany
3.5 out of 5
40 Lodge Street, Albany, NY
The price is ฿5,104 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
฿5,104
฿5,844 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
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)
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Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

Hilton Albany
The Albany Hotel
The Albany Hotel
2.5 out of 5
300 Broadway, Albany, NY
The price is ฿4,755 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
฿4,755
฿5,444 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Albany. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions MVP Arena and Colonie Center Mall are located ...
6.2/10 (8 reviews)
"Excellent place"

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2025

The 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
The price is ฿4,649 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
฿4,649
฿5,323 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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)
"Nice and close to Albany medical and downtown Albany."

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2025

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown
Renaissance Albany Hotel
Renaissance Albany Hotel
3.5 out of 5
144 State Street, Albany, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿7,683 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
฿7,683
฿8,797 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar
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! (896 reviews)
"Stayed for a Cheer competition and it was easy to check in and check out!"

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2025

Renaissance Albany Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Albany

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Pastures

While Pastures may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hudson River and MVP Arena.

Pastures
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Mansion Area

Though Mansion Area may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like New York State Museum and MVP Arena.

Mansion Area
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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 Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza.

Center Square
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Hudson Park

While visiting Hudson Park, you might make a stop by sights like Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza and Zuzu s Wonderful Life Inc.

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

Downtown Albany Travel Guide