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.
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.
Washington Park
Numerous activities await you in this beloved and idyllic Albany green space, a product of the city’s Golden Age in the late 1800s.
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 Melrose
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albany
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Albany SUNY
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Latham Albany Airport
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Melrose
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.
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 New York State Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
West End
While West End may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Westgate Plaza and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena.
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.
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.