Things to do in Albany

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Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza featuring a pond, a high rise building and modern architecture
Albany showing a statue or sculpture and heritage elements
Albany which includes heritage architecture
Albany showing night scenes

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What to do in Albany


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New York State Capitol Building featuring heritage architecture and a pond

Downtown Albany

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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.

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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.

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South End

If you're spending some time in South End, Mount Zion Baptist Church and Schuyler Mansion are top sights worth seeing.

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Dunes

Dunes might not have many top sights, but Crossgates Mall and Albany Pine Bush Preserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Arbor Hill

If you're spending some time in Arbor Hill, Palace Theater and Ten Broeck Mansion are top sights worth seeing.

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Pine Hills

Pine Hills might not have many top sights, but Washington Park and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pine Hills