Helderberg Travel Guide
Albany
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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 Helderberg
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport
Courteous staff and excellent, clean room.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Room was clean and beautiful. Great staff and stay experience. Great location and atmosphere.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Very nice clean hotel, easy walk to MVP arena, just be forewarned that there is limited parking which led to confusion and some added stress, but not the end of the world.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton Park/Saratoga Area
Room was clean and staff was great
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport
Staff. Clean room.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Tru By Hilton Albany Airport, NY
Clean room and quiet hotel
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Helderberg
New Scotland
While New Scotland may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Museum.
Whitehall
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Whitehall and surrounding area, you can visit New York State Museum and New York State Executive Mansion.
Pine Hills
Pine Hills might not have many top sights, but Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Alfred E. Smith State Office Building are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Delaware Avenue
When in Delaware Avenue, you can plan a visit to New York State Museum and New York State Executive Mansion, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Buckingham Lake - Crestwood
Though Buckingham Lake - Crestwood may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Westgate Plaza and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena.
Buckingham Lake
Buckingham Lake might not have many top sights, but Westgate Plaza and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
