South End Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South End
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Washington Park
Numerous activities await you in this beloved and idyllic Albany green space, a product of the city’s Golden Age in the late 1800s.
Our pick of the best South End Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport
Room was good quiet and clean
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
This hotel was very clean and nice. Staff was also very courteous.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
Room was clean and restaurant on site was great for dinner and breakfast.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Marriott Albany
Great customer service
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton Park/Saratoga Area
Had a laundry on-sight, making our long stay easier. Comfortable lounge area for meetings. Nice pool and hot tube.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Albany Airport- Wolf Road by IHG
Cleanliness was top notch Friendly staff Certainly would stay again
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South End
Mansion
When in Mansion, you can plan a visit to New York State Museum and Corning Tower, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Albany
Downtown Albany is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Hudson River Way and MVP Arena while you're in town.
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.
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.
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.
Delaware Avenue
When in Delaware Avenue, you can plan a visit to New York State Museum and Corning Tower, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
