Helderberg Travel Guide
Albany
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Popular places to visit
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.
Albany Capital Center
Learn about the events happening in Albany Capital Center during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's great live music 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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Helderberg
Marriott Albany
We had a terrible stay. We were given a room that was either occupied or not turned over. When we entered, the beds were unmade, food in the garbage, cups on the counter. The front desk gave us a new room. The new room had a terrible odor but we decided to stay. In the middle of the night someone ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Didn’t stay for breakfast
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Breakfast was great and the parking was more than adequate.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hilton Albany
Good
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport
We have tried several other hotels in the area nears to to the airport and this is the best one. Our 10 day vacation was made better by staying here. The room was just the right size, A/C worked perfectly, TV provided us all the channels we like, breakfast was always ready to help us start our day ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
We loved the indoor courtyard areas in this hotel! We also enjoyed our meal at the restaurant.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 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.
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 Corning Tower, 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.
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 Albany Institute of History and Art.
