Albany, Albany County, NY
Places to go in Albany
54 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
Family
5 Wits Albany
1 Crossgates Mall Rd, Albany, NY 12203, USA
Food & Drink
677 Prime
Upscale steakhouse with mahogany accents & colorful art features 400+ wines & weekday bar deals.
677 Broadway, Albany, NY 12207, USA
Food & Drink
Albany Ale and Oyster
This smart haunt offers craft brews & a menu of select bar bites in industrial-chic digs.
289 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208, USA
Arts & Culture
Albany Institute of History & Art
Venerable museum exploring local history & culture via paintings, furnishings & historical objects.
125 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12210, USA
Arts & Culture
Albany Pine Bush Preserve
Pristine pine barrens with trails, wildlife viewing & interactive nature exhibits & programs.
195 New Karner Rd Ste 1, Albany, NY 12205, USA
Food & Drink
black & blue Steak and Crab
Upscale surf 'n' turf meals complement the extensive wine list at this stylish steakhouse.
1470 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203, USA
Outdoors
Buckingham Lake Park
39 Berkshire Blvd, Albany, NY 12203, USA
Sports & Recreation
Capital Hills at Albany
Public course with standard facilities, including an eatery, plus a loop trail for off-season treks.
65 O'Neil Rd, Albany, NY 12208, USA
Nightlife
City Line Bar and Grill
American grub, unique cocktails & craft beer served in an airy, industrial space with a comfy patio.
1200 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203, USA
Shopping
Colonie Center
Airy, enclosed mall on 3 levels with a mix of retailers, movies, a game arcade & a food court.
1417 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205, USA
Wellness
Complexions Spa for Beauty and Wellness
221 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205, USA
Outdoors
Corning Preserve
Park space beside the Hudson River, featuring a hiking/running trail, boat launch & amphitheater.
Quay St, Albany, NY 12207, USA
Shopping
Crossgates Mall
Mall with department stores & brand-name retailers, plus a food court, trampoline park & multiplex.
1 Crossgates Mall Rd, Albany, NY 12203, USA
Food & Drink
Daily Grind
Coffeehouse serving java along with housemade soups & sandwiches in a chill space with free WiFi.
204 Lark St, Albany, NY 12210, USA
Food & Drink
Dove + Deer
32 Dove St, Albany, NY 12210, USA
Food & Drink
Druthers Brewing Company
1053 Broadway, Albany, NY 12204, USA
Arts & Culture
Dutch Apple Cruises & Tours
141 Broadway, Albany, NY 12202, USA
Arts & Culture
Empire Live
93 N Pearl St, Albany, NY 12207, USA
Food & Drink
Grappa '72
Elegant eatery, tucked away in a strip mall, featuring classic Italian fare, music & grappa.
818 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206, USA
Family
Huck Finn's Playland
Old-school amusement park, built in 1951, with kiddie rides, games & concessions.
25 Erie Blvd, Albany, NY 12204, USA
Food & Drink
Iron Gate Cafe
Gated, serene garden seating area fronts this American breakfast/lunch spot in a sandstone mansion.
182 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12210, USA
Wellness
Jean Paul Salons
1475 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203, USA
Food & Drink
Josie's Table
1475 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203, USA
Outdoors
Lincoln Park
City park featuring a swimming pool, a weight room, sports fields, basketball courts & a playground.
228 Eagle St, Albany, NY 12202, USA