Central State Travel Guide
Schenectady
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Popular places to visit

Central Park Rose Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Central Park Rose Garden, a lovely green space in Schenectady. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

Museum of Innovation and Science
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museum of Innovation and Science in Schenectady. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Rivers Casino & Resort
Why not try your luck with a visit to Rivers Casino & Resort during your time in Schenectady? Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Union College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Union College during your trip to Schenectady. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Proctors Theater
You can enjoy a show at Proctors Theater during your trip to Schenectady. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Erie Canal
Erie Canal is just one of the places to see in Rome, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Central State

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton Park/Saratoga Area
Great place!!!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Albany Airport
Mirrors and floor in bathroom were dirty, air conditioning was so loud we had to shut it off to sleep.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Comfort Inn Glenmont - Albany South
they were under renovations and did not let us know ahead of time. The construction was loud. We were locked out of our room and the building several times and the front desk said “it happens all the time” and did not care. The breakfast was good. Our shower was gross. There were toilet paper rolls ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Although the overall hotel is a bit dated,The beds are newer,very comfortable, and the rooms are clean. The staff was very nice and accommodating. There was parking, but it gets full fast.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Hilton Albany
Our reservation with Hotels.com indicated that breakfast was included. However we were told by Hilton staff upon entering the breakfast area (continental) that breakfast was NOT included with our hotel reservation. The cost would be $15 per person (continental) or $25 per person (full breakfast). ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Staff was very courteous and helpful
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central State

Vale
While Vale may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Proctors Theater and Museum of Innovation and Science.

Eastern Avenue
While Eastern Avenue isn't home to many top sights, Central Park Rose Garden and Proctors Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.

Union Street
While visiting Union Street, you might make a stop by sights like Central Park Rose Garden and Divinitea.

Hamilton Hill
When in Hamilton Hill, you can plan a visit to Proctors Theater and Museum of Innovation and Science, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Mont Pleasant
While there might not be top attractions in Mont Pleasant, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Proctors Theater and Schenectady County Historical Society Museum.

Woodlawn
While visiting Woodlawn, you might make a stop by sights like Stadium Golf Club and Schenectady Municipal Golf Course.
