Albany Guidebook

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Albany Guidebook

Sightseeing

Washington Square Park is the locally-beloved, world-famous heart of Greenwich Village.
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Washington Park
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Washington Square Park is the locally-beloved, world-famous heart of Greenwich Village.
The Empire State Plaza is arguably the most iconic and recognizable area of Albany architecture.
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IGavana Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza
100 S Mall Arterial
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The Empire State Plaza is arguably the most iconic and recognizable area of Albany architecture.
Hovering dramatically over Empire State Plaza, The Egg is a world-class performing arts complex.
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I-Egg
South Mall Arterial
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Hovering dramatically over Empire State Plaza, The Egg is a world-class performing arts complex.
walk along the bike trail on Quay Street next to the Hudson River and stop by the USS Slater DE-766
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USS SLATER
141 Broadway
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walk along the bike trail on Quay Street next to the Hudson River and stop by the USS Slater DE-766
Get a fantastic view of Albany and explore some of the best trails at Thatcher State Park.
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I-State Park kaJohn Boyd Thacher
830 Thacher Park Rd
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Get a fantastic view of Albany and explore some of the best trails at Thatcher State Park.
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New York State Capitol
Washington Avenue
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A 360º digital art exhibition in Schenectady that invites you to step into the universe of the Dutch genius, Vincent van Gogh.
Reeser Str. 106, 46446 Emmerich am Rhein, i-Germany
A 360º digital art exhibition in Schenectady that invites you to step into the universe of the Dutch genius, Vincent van Gogh.

Neighbourhoods

Known for the Saratoga Race Course, horses, mineral springs, and great restaurants and shopping, this exciting historical and cultural center is located minutes from Albany and is a short drive from most Northeast locations.
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Saratoga Springs
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Known for the Saratoga Race Course, horses, mineral springs, and great restaurants and shopping, this exciting historical and cultural center is located minutes from Albany and is a short drive from most Northeast locations.
Lark Street is the place to get coffee, shop for cool accessories, and try small bites. Come here during Lark Fest in September and all the stores and restuarants will have an outdoor event for pedestrians.
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Lark Street
Lark Street
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Lark Street is the place to get coffee, shop for cool accessories, and try small bites. Come here during Lark Fest in September and all the stores and restuarants will have an outdoor event for pedestrians.

Entertainment

This multipurpose civic center hosts musical performances, ice shows, trade shows and is home to the AHL River Rats, NLP Attack and the Siena Saints MAAC basketball team.
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I-Center yeTimes Union
51 S Pearl St
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This multipurpose civic center hosts musical performances, ice shows, trade shows and is home to the AHL River Rats, NLP Attack and the Siena Saints MAAC basketball team.
Pick up local veggies, fruits and other treats (or just stop by for lunch) at the Troy Farmer’s Market every Saturday in the summer
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Troy Waterfront Farmers Market
4 River St
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Pick up local veggies, fruits and other treats (or just stop by for lunch) at the Troy Farmer’s Market every Saturday in the summer
Visit the Albany Institute of History & Art. It's one of the oldest museums in the United States
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Albany Institute of History & Art
125 Washington Ave
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Visit the Albany Institute of History & Art. It's one of the oldest museums in the United States
Visit Palace Theatre on the corner of Clinton Avenue and North Pearl Street. If you're lucky there may be a show!
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I-Palace Theatre
19 Clinton Ave
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Visit Palace Theatre on the corner of Clinton Avenue and North Pearl Street. If you're lucky there may be a show!
Be a kid again at Huck Finn's Playland amusement park.
Huck Finn’s Playland, Albany
25 Erie Blvd
Be a kid again at Huck Finn's Playland amusement park.
Opened in 1863, this thoroughbred horse racing track has appeared in movies, songs & books.
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Saratoga racetrack
267 Union Ave
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Opened in 1863, this thoroughbred horse racing track has appeared in movies, songs & books.
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I-State Museum yaseNew York
222 Madison Ave
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Empire Live is a concert venue in downtown Albany that offers unique and entertaining live musical experiences.
Empire Live
Empire Live is a concert venue in downtown Albany that offers unique and entertaining live musical experiences.

Food scene

Bavarian food, beers & weekend brunch served at indoor picnic tables, plus European soccer TV.
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Wolff's Biergarten
895 Broadway
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Bavarian food, beers & weekend brunch served at indoor picnic tables, plus European soccer TV.
Festive beer garden and gastropub located in a historic building
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The City Beer Hall
42 Howard St
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Festive beer garden and gastropub located in a historic building
A known hot spot for tapas and a fully stocked cocktail bar
The Loft @205
205 Lark Street
A known hot spot for tapas and a fully stocked cocktail bar
Features plant-based decor and food as well as all-vegan beer, wine, cider and spirits.
Bar Vegan
205 Lark Street
Features plant-based decor and food as well as all-vegan beer, wine, cider and spirits.
Upscale steakhouse featuring 400+ wines
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677 Prime
677 Broadway
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Upscale steakhouse featuring 400+ wines
Authentic Italian food
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Café Capriccio
49 Grand St
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Authentic Italian food
The authentic Chinese food is to die for!!
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Rain Modern Chinese
259 Lark St
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The authentic Chinese food is to die for!!
Global menu emphasizing Indonesian cuisine & a deep wine list in a refined, townhouse-style space.
Yono's
25 Chapel St
Global menu emphasizing Indonesian cuisine & a deep wine list in a refined, townhouse-style space.
Teppanyaki, creative sushi rolls & other Asian-inspired dishes served in a casual space.
Sake Japanese Steakhouse
611-B Troy Schenectady Rd
Teppanyaki, creative sushi rolls & other Asian-inspired dishes served in a casual space.
It's mexican night! TORO Cantina has incredible selection of mexican food.
TORO Cantina
111 Wolf Road
It's mexican night! TORO Cantina has incredible selection of mexican food.
Centered around social dining, here at MOSU we want you to come for an interactive cooking & dining experience. Choose between cook-yourself Asian Barbeque or Chinese Hot Pot, or join us at the bar for a journey through Asia’s street markets with authentic Asian street food fare and specialty craft cocktails.
MOSU
111 Wolf Road
Centered around social dining, here at MOSU we want you to come for an interactive cooking & dining experience. Choose between cook-yourself Asian Barbeque or Chinese Hot Pot, or join us at the bar for a journey through Asia’s street markets with authentic Asian street food fare and specialty craft cocktails.
Refined restaurant serving filets, lamb, seafood & craft cocktails, along with a casual patio menu.
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15 Church
15 Church St
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Refined restaurant serving filets, lamb, seafood & craft cocktails, along with a casual patio menu.
Italian dishes & wood-fired pizza in candlelit, Tuscan-style quarters with lively all-season patio.
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Forno Bistro
541 Broadway
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Italian dishes & wood-fired pizza in candlelit, Tuscan-style quarters with lively all-season patio.
Elegant setting & golf-course views in a first-class steakhouse offering music & Sunday jazz brunch.
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Prime at Saratoga National
458 Union Ave
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Elegant setting & golf-course views in a first-class steakhouse offering music & Sunday jazz brunch.
Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.
Morton's the Steak House
342 Jefferson St
Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.
Modern locale with a warm vibe serving choice steaks paired with seasonal, locally sourced produce.
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Salt & Char
353 Broadway
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Modern locale with a warm vibe serving choice steaks paired with seasonal, locally sourced produce.
Relaxed, intimate storefront for oysters & New American fare with craft cocktails & outdoor seats.
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Plumb Oyster Bar
15 2nd St
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Relaxed, intimate storefront for oysters & New American fare with craft cocktails & outdoor seats.
Cozy Thai eatery serving curries, noodles & other familiar dishes in a bright, minimalist interior.
Celadon Thai Restaurant
860 Loudon Rd
Cozy Thai eatery serving curries, noodles & other familiar dishes in a bright, minimalist interior.
Polished, industrial-chic outpost for burgers, brunch, New American mains & innovative cocktails.
Innovo Kitchen
1214 Troy Schenectady Rd
Polished, industrial-chic outpost for burgers, brunch, New American mains & innovative cocktails.
Stacks Espresso Bar