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Washington Park, Albany, NY, USA

Washington Park

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Washington Park

Get ready to explore Washington Park in Albany, NY! This lush oasis boasts beautiful gardens, a boathouse, and plenty of green space perfect for picnics or a leisurely stroll. Keep your eyes peeled for the Tulip Festival in spring, when the park's 100,000 tulips are in full bloom. Don't forget to bring your camera!

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Landmark4.6/5

New York State Capitol

A grand stone facade rises above State Street at this Albany capitol. Inside, paintings and hand-carved details fill the public rooms, and guided tours lead through its halls.

Culture4.6/5

Albany Institute of History & Art

The Albany Institute of History & Art is a treasure trove for both history buffs and art enthusiasts. Located at 125 Washington Ave in Albany, NY, this vibrant institution showcases fascinating exhibits that bring the city's rich past to life. From ancient artifacts to modern masterpieces, you'll discover a whimsical world where culture and creativity collide. Don't miss this impressive destination during your Hudson Valley adventure!

Culture4.6/5

Albany Pine Bush Preserve

Welcome to Albany Pine Bush Preserve, a hidden gem in Albany, NY! Get ready to explore 3,200 acres of ancient dunes and rare wildlife. Hike through stunning trails, bike under the sun, or embark on a guided tour to discover the preserve's unique Karner blue butterflies. With educational exhibits and exciting recreational activities, adventure awaits at this nature lover's paradise!

Landmark4.7/5

The Egg

This Albany theater curves into an egg, with sharply sloped seating. Every seat has a clear view of the stage during shows and concerts.

Eat$$$4.7/5

288 Lark Wine & Tap

Cafe$$$4.4/5

El Loco Mexican Cafe

El Loco Mexican Cafe offers a vibrant atmosphere with its festive decor and delectable authentic Mexican cuisine, making it a must-visit spot in Albany for food lovers seeking a lively dining experience.

Cafe$$$4.4/5

Cafe Madison

Shop$$4.7/5

Pint Sized (By DIVE)

Welcome to DIVE, the hip hangout spot on Lark Street! Formerly Pint Sized, this funky joint still has the same awesome staff and selection. Grab a craft beer or cocktail, relax on the patio, and enjoy the lively atmosphere. With a laid-back vibe and great music, DIVE is the perfect spot to chill with friends in Albany.

Eat$$4.7/5

Dave's Hot Chicken

Eat3.8/5

Bruegger's Bagels

Cafe$$$4.6/5

Stacks Espresso Bar

Stays

Stay$$$4.45/5

Homewood Suites by Hilton Albany

Homewood Suites by Hilton Albany in Albany offers family rooms with air-conditioning, kitchen facilities, and free WiFi. Each room includes a sofa bed, work desk, and TV. Guests enjoy an indoor swimming pool, fitness room, hot tub, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include a 24-hour front desk, electric vehicle charging station, and free airport shuttle service. A continental buffet breakfast with gluten-free options is served daily. Breakfast includes fresh pastries, fruits, and juice. Located 1 km from Albany International Airport, the hotel is a 15-minute walk from Crossings. Nearby attractions include the University of Albany-SUNY (8 km) and the Capitol Building (9 km).

Stay$$$$4.15/5

Hilton Garden Inn Albany Medical Center

Connected to the Albany Medical Center via an elevated walkway, this hotel is located in the city's capital district, a short distance from area attractions, and offers a 24-hour convenience store. Within walking distance of the Hilton Garden Inn Albany Medical Center, guests can discover a number of universities, including Albany College of Pharmacy and the College of St. Rose. Many sports arenas and museums are also located nearby. Dining options including Bombers Burrito Bar are less than 1 mile away on Lark Street. Crossgates Mall is 12 minutes' drive. Guests at the Albany Medical Center Hilton Garden Inn can take advantage of many in-room modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs and MP3 docking stations. The hotel also features a fully equipped fitness centre.

Stay$$4.15/5

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Albany-Colonie

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Albany Latham-Colonie in Albany offers comfortable rooms with free WiFi, air-conditioning, and modern amenities. Guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. The hotel features an indoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, and free bicycles for exploring the area. Additional facilities include an electric vehicle charging station and a relaxing lounge. Located 5 km from Albany International Airport, the property is close to attractions such as the University of Albany-SUNY (4.1 km), Capitol Building (6 km), and Albany Institute of History Art (4.2 km). Guests appreciate the attentive staff and excellent service support.

Things To Do
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4.8/5
1 h 30 mins

Hudson River Sightseeing Cruise from Albany

Climb aboard the ‘Dutch Apple II’ for a 90-minute ride along the Hudson River. A Hudson River Narration is given along the way, sharing historical anecdotes and recalling interesting facts about the history of Albany and surrounding area. Bring binoculars to spot eagles or just sit back and enjoy the nature views and historic houses that line the riverbanks. Boarding begins 30 mins prior to departure. Cruises depart on time - don't miss the boat!

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4.2/5

Albany's Historic Downtown Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

Explore Albany's not to be missed story. See the buildings, statues, museums, capital building, plazas, observation decks and so much more. In one hour you'll get to know Albany, see the sites that are must see and discover their story. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires.

$9.75
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2 h

Amazing Albany Scavenger Hunt

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

$20.00
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5/5
1 h 30 mins

Ghosts of Troy Walking Tour

Murder. Fire. Spiritualism. Join us for Ghosts of the Gilded Age, a 90-minute walking tour through downtown Troy’s most infamous tragedies and eerie legends. Stand where killers confessed, where buildings burned to the ground, and where ghosts are said to roam to this day. Along the way, explore sites featured in The Gilded Age television series, and discover why the city’s beauty hides so many shadows.

$25.00
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4.9/5
3 h

Maid of the Mist & Cave of the Winds Walking Tour

Enjoy this experience where a local tour guide walks you around the Niagara Falls state park showing you all 3 different Falls, and telling you all stories from the Haunted to the fun stories. To add the cherry on top, we end the tour with a ticket to the cave of the experience of the wind, where you will get showered under 60,000 gallons of water. We do this every day, we serve thousands of tourists visiting Niagara Falls from all over the world every year!

$115.00
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4.8/5

Historic Memphis Guided Walking Tour: Memphis Beyond Beale

This 2-hour walking tour of Memphis explores the city's rich history at a fun and leisurely pace. You'll explore historic Cotton Row and Court Square, the lovely and historic heart of 19th century Memphis; enjoy sweeping views of the Mississippi River; and hear fascinating tales of rebels during the Civil War as well as Prohibition Era bootleggers. You'll also experience a time-honored Memphis tradition, the famous March of the Ducks at The Peabody Hotel. This tour is suitable for the whole family.

$32.92
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4.7/5
2 h

Albany Sunset Live Music Cruise

Climb aboard the ‘Dutch Apple II’ for a Two Hour Sunset Cruise of Albany, along the Hudson River. Passengers are able to sit back and relax and enjoy the views, while listening to live acoustic music. Full bar and food is available with items for purchase. Bring binoculars to spot eagles or just sit back and enjoy the views of the lush nature and historic houses that line the riverbanks. Only offered on Select Dates (May 16th, June 20, July 3, July 17, Aug 1, Aug 22, Sep 5, Sep 18) Please note that Narration is NOT OFFERED on this tour - music only. If you are looking for narration, please check out our Hudson River Sightseeing Cruise of Albany

$49.99
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4/5

Hudson Valley Fall Foliage Helicopter Tour from Westchester (Shared)

New York State’s picturesque fall foliage season is not to be missed. Instead of crowded parks and trails marvel at the cascade of blazing reds, yellows and oranges of Hudson Valley fall foliage from the comfort of a helicopter. Helicopters lift off from a quiet location at Westchester Airport and in just a few minutes you will find yourself soaring above historic and natural landmarks dressed in fall colors. All tours are personally narrated by friendly and experienced pilots. 30-minute tour includes: Castle-on-Hudson, Kykuit (Rockefeller Estate), Sleepy Hollow Lighthouse, Gov. Mario M. Cuomo Bridge, Indian Point Energy Center, Harriman State Park, Bear Mountain, US Military Academy at West Point* and the infamous Sing Sing Prison. Opt for the 45-minute tour to see Dick's Castle, Bannerman Castle and landmarks south of the Gov. Mario M. Cuomo Bridge: Lyndhurst Mansion and The Palisades. *West Point subject to temporary airspace restrictions

$415.00
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3/5
2 h

Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Troy NY

Step into the shoes of a newly-minted detective, tasked by Commander Mahoney to solve a gripping case... murder on the streets of Troy. Throughout this crime-solving audio adventure, visit each of the 10 mapped locations. You'll have the option to explore the downtown area using the Walking Map or follow a Driving Map on the city's outskirts. Once you choose, the exact starting point will be revealed. *See images for route. Park or stop at each location, listen to the audio story, and put your detective skills to the test by gathering clues and piecing together the evidence. Finally, make your deductions and issue an arrest warrant. Your overall detective skills will be evaluated, culminating in a Case Performance Score to measure your sleuthing prowess. This game is suitable for solo detectives, dynamic duos, or groups of mystery enthusiasts, offering an immersive audio tale filled with intrigue.

$14.99
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2 h

Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Albany by 3Quest Challenge

Walk around Albany while completing the 3Quest Challenge scavenger hunt! Use our app to find a list of objects (provided in riddle form) around the city and participate in fun challenges for points. Collect points and take a look at your score compared to others on the app's leaderboard. All of the objects and challenges will be divided into 3 quests. Complete the 1st quest, 2nd quest, and 3rd quest, in order, to complete the game! Set a time limit of 2 hours for yourself if you'd like to make the challenge even more intense! During the game, you'll have a remote host who will follow along virtually with you and chat if you need any help! Come explore Albany with us by completing all 3 Quests!

$10.00
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1 h

Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Albany by Zombie Scavengers

What makes Zombie Scavengers unique is its sophisticated use of technology to create a flexible, competitive experience. It's an entirely self-guided, app-driven mission where your goal is to survive a virtual apocalypse by strategically finding survival items in your city. The hunt is dynamic, offering a variety of tasks, from photo-taking evidence of supplies to answering zombie trivia, all while earning points. Your team benefits from on-demand virtual support from a remote host, and the national score-tracking adds an exhilarating, competitive layer, pushing you to outwit other "colonies" across the country.

$20.00
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2 h

Scavenger Hunt in Albany by Operation City Quest

Operation City Quest of Albany is a great way to see the city! Use an app to submit photos of items you find around the city and challenges you complete for points. The items and challenges can be completed in any order you prefer! See your score on the app leaderboard to see how you compare. The scavenger hunt includes a remote host to help via chat along the way. Come discover Albany.

$10.00
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2 h

Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Albany by Wacky Walks

Walk around your Kingdom of Albany while playing Wacky Walks scavenger hunt! Wacky Walks is an app-based royal scavenger hunt that will allow you to rule in your city! Compete with your group to become the King/Queen amongst your group, while finding items around the city and completing fun challenges. Take a photo of the items you find and the challenges you complete to get points. Try to stay the King or Queen of your group for as long as you can and gain as many points as you can! There's no time limit on Wacky Walks, you can play as long as you'd like, in any area of the city you decide. A remote host will help along the way via chat! Explore Albany with Wacky Walks!

$10.00
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2 h

Astounding Bar Hunt: Albany's Abuzz

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led adventure hunt company! Embark on a thrilling journey to explore the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and conquering exciting challenges. Whether you’re teaming up with friends or competing against them, you’ll uncover fascinating facts and create unforgettable memories. Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts are perfect for spicing up your daily routine, celebrating bachelorette parties, birthdays, corporate team building events, and more! Each player picks an interactive role, with challenges tailored to keep the adventure lively and engaging. Get ready for an epic adventure with Let’s Roam!

$12.31
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Private Fall Foliage Helicopter Tour for 2-6 from Westchester

Perfect for couples, the whole family or group of friends, enjoy the beautiful Fall colors of Hudson Valley from the sky. Helicopters lift off from Westchester County Airport and in just a few minutes soar above historic and natural landmarks dressed in fall colors. All tours are personally narrated by friendly and experienced pilots. Ride in comfort and luxury in an Airbus AS350/H125 helicopter for 2-6 people or twin engine Airbus AS355 for 5 people. 30-minute tour includes: Castle-on-Hudson, Kykuit (Rockefeller Estate), Sleepy Hollow Lighthouse, Gov. Mario M. Cuomo Bridge, Indian Point Energy Center, Harriman State Park, Bear Mountain, US Military Academy at West Point* and the infamous Sing Sing Prison. Opt for the 45-minute tour to see Dick's Castle, Bannerman Castle and landmarks south of the Gov. Mario M. Cuomo Bridge: Lyndhurst Mansion and The Palisades. Options with transfer include roundtrip car service between Manhattan and Westchester County Airport.

$1,710.00
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2 h

Albany Scavenger Hunt Interactive Walking Tour

Discover Albany like never before with a captivating scavenger hunt walking tour. This interactive adventure invites participants to uncover the city's rich Dutch heritage, explore its fur trading history, and marvel at architectural gems like the Capitol. Engage in a fun-filled quest featuring intriguing questions, all while snapping selfies at iconic landmarks and learning about notable figures such as George Washington and Theodore Roosevelt. With the flexibility of an app-led experience, teams can navigate the city’s charming streets at their own pace, making it perfect for families, friends, or couples. Unravel the mystery behind the Alfred E. Smith Building and enjoy the local vibe at the beloved Lark Tavern.

$34.99
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TOP New York : Private Guided Tour with your mobile

Discover magical New York City at your own pace with this guided tour using the DareMapp app. With more than 20h of content, you can explore iconic attractions on 6 routes created, discovering all the neighborhoods and secrets of the city. This option without schedules or groups allows you to enjoy the city flexibly, including recommendations on gastronomy and family activities. - Self-guided tour of + 20h with + 90 points of interest - This tour includes 2 routes: Midtown Manhattan, Central Park, Lower Manhattan, Brooklyn, Soho and Harlem. - Access to information in 6 languages: Spanish, English, Portuguese, French, Italian and German Explore iconic attractions and receive food recommendations. - No groups or schedules, ideal for traveling at your own pace.

$17.08
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