Empire State Plaza Convention Center Tours

The scenes that have long played out at Empire State Plaza Convention Center will intrigue any politics buff. Schedule a visit to learn more about the operations of government here.

Empire State Plaza Convention Center is an interesting place to begin discovering Albany. This historic government building comes recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only thing to do here. Pencil in time for other sights like The Egg, New York State Museum, and MVP Arena to make the most of what the area has to offer.

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Vacation Village in the Berkshires

Vacation Village in the Berkshires

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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,838 reviews)
amazing for the price and overall SOOO clean

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The Perch Hotel

The Perch Hotel

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Gedney Farm

Gedney Farm

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Beautiful and rustic, less than 15 minutes to Butternut and Great Barrington.

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Just beware of some people who stay there. Some talk by themselves, we are not sure if they are insane, they were pretty angry when we sat down at one table because it is "their place"

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Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza showing outdoor art, a pond and modern architecture

Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza

4/5(115 reviews)

In Albany’s beautiful plaza, find the New York State capital center, as well as fountains, parks, shops, museums and even a world-class art collection.

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The Egg showing a skyscraper, a pond and modern architecture

The Egg

4/5(288 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.

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Corning Tower featuring views and interior views as well as a small group of people

Corning Tower

Climb the tallest building in New York State outside of New York City and enjoy panoramic views of Albany and even as far as the Adirondacks and the Berkshires.

Corning Tower
New York State World War II Memorial

New York State World War II Memorial

Through interesting architectural and artistic elements, this moving tribute to the lives lost in the war stands on Empire State Plaza in Central Albany.

New York State World War II Memorial
Alfred E. Smith State Office Building featuring modern architecture and a park

Alfred E. Smith State Office Building

Visit downtown Albany’s art deco granite skyscraper, named in honor of the city’s four-term governor and 1928 Democratic presidential candidate.

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New York State Museum showing interior views

New York State Museum

4.5/5(171 reviews)

Marvel at New York garnet, greet an ancient mastodon and ride a carousel at this museum that chronicles the past and present of the Empire State.

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Best Lodging Options Near Empire State Plaza Convention Center

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
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
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Hilton Albany
Hilton Albany
3.5 out of 5
40 Lodge Street, Albany, NY
Hilton Albany
Days Inn by Wyndham Albany SUNY
Days Inn by Wyndham Albany SUNY
2 out of 5
1230 Western Avenue, Albany, NY
Days Inn by Wyndham Albany SUNY
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
2.5 out of 5
25 Chapel St, Albany, NY
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albany
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albany
2 out of 5
1606 Central Avenue, Albany, NY
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albany
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Medical Center
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Medical Center
3 out of 5
62 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Medical Center
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown/Medical Center
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown/Medical Center
3 out of 5
22 Holland Ave, Albany, NY
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown/Medical Center
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Albany
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Albany
3 out of 5
3 Watervliet Avenue Ext, Albany, NY
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Albany
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