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About Albany
Albany serves as the capital city of New York state and is the most populous city in Albany County. It sits on the west bank of the Hudson River, about ten miles south of where it meets the Mohawk River. The city's population was recorded at 99,224 during the 2020 census.
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USS Slater
The USS Slater is an attraction located in the Pastures neighborhood.
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Best Hotels in Albany
21 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Comfort Inn Glenmont - Albany South
Comfort Inn Glenmont - Albany South is a hotel located at 37 United States Route 9W.
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Albany Downtown
The Fairfield Inn & Suites Albany Downtown is located at 74 State Street.
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Albany East Greenbush
Located at 124 Troy Road, the Fairfield Inn & Suites Albany East Greenbush offers accommodation in the area. This hotel provides lodging options for travelers visiting the region.
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Hampton Inn & Suites Albany - Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany - Downtown is located at 25 Chapel Street.
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Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-East Greenbush
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-East Greenbush is located at 25 Hampton Inn Road. This hotel offers accommodation in the area.
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Hilton Garden Inn Albany Medical Center
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Medical Center is a hotel located at 62 New Scotland Avenue.
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Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown is a hotel located at 82 Montgomery Street.
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Renaissance Albany Hotel
Renaissance Albany Hotel is located at 142 State Street.
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Residence Inn Albany East Greenbush/Tech Valley
Residence Inn Albany East Greenbush/Tech Valley is a hotel located at 3 Tech Valley Drive.
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TownePlace Suites Albany Downtown/Medical Center
TownePlace Suites Albany Downtown/Medical Center is a hotel located at 22 Holland Avenue.
Best Restaurants in Albany
120 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Albany Ale and Oyster
Albany Ale and Oyster operates as a restaurant in the Helderberg neighborhood.
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Cafe Madison
Cafe Madison serves American and breakfast cuisine in the Melrose neighborhood.
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China Fish Fry
China Fish Fry serves Chinese cuisine in the Beverwyck neighborhood.
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Common Roots Albany Outpost
Common Roots Albany Outpost serves as a restaurant located in the Ten Broeck Triangle.
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Grappa'72 Ristorante
Grappa'72 Ristorante is an Italian restaurant located in the Melrose neighborhood.
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Jack's Oyster House
Jack's Oyster House is a restaurant in Downtown serving steak house and seafood cuisine.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Albany
36 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Cafe One Eleven
Cafe One Eleven is a café located in the Center Square neighborhood.
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Fresh N' Pressed
Fresh N' Pressed is a café located in the Hudson Park neighborhood.
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Iron Coffee Co.
Iron Coffee Co. is a café located in the Pine Hills neighborhood.
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JA. Pequeño
JA. Pequeño is a coffee shop located in the Park South neighborhood.
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Motor Oil Coffee
Motor Oil Coffee operates as a café in the Downtown neighborhood.
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Mr. Bumbles Cafe
Mr. Bumbles Cafe is a café located in the Helderberg neighborhood.
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Stacks Espresso Bar
Stacks Espresso Bar operates as a coffee shop in the Downtown neighborhood.
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The Courthouse Cafe
The Courthouse Cafe is a café located in the Downtown neighborhood.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Albany
52 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Albany Distilling Company Bar & Bottle Shop
Albany Distilling Company Bar & Bottle Shop serves drinks in the Ten Broeck Triangle neighborhood.
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Delaware Supply
Delaware Supply is a bar located in the Delaware Avenue neighborhood.
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Fort Orange Brewing
Fort Orange Brewing operates as a bar within the Warehouse District.
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Lynn's Uptown Sports Tavern
Lynn's Uptown Sports Tavern is a bar located in the Melrose neighborhood.
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Madison Pour House
Madison Pour House is a bar located in the Melrose neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in Albany
32 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Albany Institute of History and Art
Located in the Center Square neighborhood, the Albany Institute of History and Art serves as a local attraction.
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Destroyer Escort Historical Museum
The Destroyer Escort Historical Museum is an attraction located in the Pastures neighborhood.
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Esther Massry Gallery
Esther Massry Gallery is an attraction located in the Pine Hills neighborhood.
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Historic Cherry Hill
Historic Cherry Hill is an attraction located in the Krank Park neighborhood.
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Huck Finn's Playland
Huck Finn's Playland is an attraction located in the Warehouse District.
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New York State Museum
Located on Capitol Hill, the New York State Museum serves as a cultural attraction for visitors.
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USS Slater
The USS Slater is an attraction located in the Pastures neighborhood.
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Underground Railroad Education Center
The Underground Railroad Education Center is an attraction located in the Arbor Hill neighborhood.
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Albany Center Gallery
The Albany Center Gallery is an attraction located in the Downtown neighborhood.
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Albany Firefighters Museum
Located in the Liberty Park neighborhood, the Albany Firefighters Museum serves as a local attraction for visitors interested in fire service history.
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Alive at Five Summer Concert Series
Alive at Five Summer Concert Series is an attraction located in the Downtown neighborhood.
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International Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame
The International Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame is an attraction located in the Liberty Park neighborhood.
Best Shops in Albany
42 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Dove & Hudson Used Books
Dove & Hudson Used Books is a shop located in the Hudson Park neighborhood.
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Fort Orange General Store
Fort Orange General Store operates as a shop within the Liberty Park neighborhood.
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Fresh & Fly Clothing
Fresh & Fly Clothing operates as a shop in the Downtown neighborhood.
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The Bevy Vintage Collective
The Bevy Vintage Collective is a shop located in the Liberty Park neighborhood.
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The Waldorf Tuxedo Company
The Waldorf Tuxedo Company is a shop located on Lark Street.
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Mary Jane Books
Mary Jane Books is a shop located in the Beverwyck neighborhood.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Albany
107 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Clinton Market Collective
Clinton Market Collective is a park situated in the Ten Broeck Triangle neighborhood.
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Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site
Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site is a park located in the South End neighborhood.
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Albany Unitarian Universalist Grounds
Located in the Washington Square neighborhood, the Albany Unitarian Universalist Grounds function as a public park.
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Black Lives Matter Park
Black Lives Matter Park is a public space located in the West Hill neighborhood.
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