Downtown Albany Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Albany
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
Our pick of the best Downtown Albany Hotel Deals
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Everything was great. The staff was extremely helpful.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
Room was clean and staff was friendly
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Overall a great place to stay but that breakfast was pretty bad.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Hilton Albany
First of all, I had a wonderful day at your hotel at the front desk. Sharon and Rachel were awesome. Very kind. Sweet and accommodated. Have a wonderful attitude. That alone will make me go back. Room is very clean very spacious and beautiful. The only thing I didn’t like was that there was no microwave ...
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Renaissance Albany Hotel
Gorgeous hotel, excellent staff great bar and breakfast!
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown
Very clean. Staff was polite & accommodating. So nice to have complimentary breakfast.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Albany
Mansion
When in Mansion, you can plan a visit to New York State Museum and Corning Tower, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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 New York State Capitol Building.
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 Museum.
Arbor Hill
If you're spending some time in Arbor Hill, Palace Theater and Ten Broeck Mansion are top sights worth seeing.
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 Corning Tower.
