Arbor Hill Travel Guide
Albany
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Popular places to visit
Palace Theater
Old World splendor and modern performance standards meet at this renovated heritage theater located in Albany’s downtown. Tour the building or see a show.
University at Albany
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University at Albany during your trip to McKownville. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
MVP Arena
Enjoy the sounds of some of today’s biggest performing artists or watch an exciting sports event at a stadium in the very heart of Downtown Albany.
The Egg
One of the country’s most unique buildings, this performance space is both an architectural marvel and a great place to catch a show.
Albany Capital Center
Learn about the events happening in Albany Capital Center during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
New York State Capitol Building
Perched atop Albany’s State Street hill, this ornate building has served as the seat of New York State government since the 19th century.
Top hotels in Arbor Hill
Marriott Albany
The restaurant and bar was overpriced by 200%, and the employees were extremely rude. They failed to realize that guests are staying in Albany, not NYC or Miami.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Ed was so friendly at the front desk! Entire team was helpful
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Park Manor Hotel
Was amazing
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Hilton Albany
The room was great, but the neighbors played music until 3 AM and nothing was done about it
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport
Very nice
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arbor Hill
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.
Warehouse District
Warehouse District might not have many top sights, but Palace Theater and Corning City Preserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Center Square
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Center Square and surrounding area, you can visit Alfred E. Smith State Office Building and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena.
Downtown Albany
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.
Hudson Park
While there might not be top attractions in Hudson Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like New York State Museum and Alfred E. Smith State Office Building.
Washington Square
Though Washington Square may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Alfred E. Smith State Office Building.
