Downtown Albany, NY
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Popular places to visit

Albany Capital Center
Learn about the events happening at Albany Capital Center during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

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 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.

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.

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 collegiate 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.
Things to do

Albany Sunset Live Music Cruise
Downtown Albany Hotel Deals

Hilton Albany
"The restaurant was so so. No other restaurants in area. Room was great though!"
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
"Great stay at this property very clean no issues"
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
"Would definitely come back. Great lobby experience - had to wait some time for my train to Chicago and the Lobby was exceptional."
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
"I didn’t like that there was no hot tub, the breakfast was delicious I would recommend the Hampton to all my family and friends"
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown
"The room was spacious, quiet, and comfortable. The water pressure in the shower was nice. The breakfast was delicious with options including biscuits, fried eggs, shredded cheese, waffles, oatmeal, cereal, pastries, bagels, etc. I found a free parking spot (on Saturday night) in front of the hotel. ..."
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026

Renaissance Albany Hotel
"The hotel itself is pretty and in a good central spot of downtown. The rooms were clean, the a/c worked well. The staff isn't overly friendly and took a long time to get any sheets for our pull out couch and also the phone in our room wasn't working. The facilities could use some TLC, but overall ..."
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Albany

Colonie
Uncover some of the top draws of Colonie like its shopping and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, make a stop by Northway Mall or Colonie Center Mall.

Roessleville
If you're spending some time in Roessleville, Colonie Center Mall and Northway Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Sheridan Hollow
While visiting Sheridan Hollow, you might make a stop by sights like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art.

Pine Hills
While Pine Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Museum.

Arbor Hill
While visiting Arbor Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Palace Theater and Ten Broeck Mansion.
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