Whitehall Travel Guide
Albany
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Private Axe Throwing for 1 Hour
Top hotels in Whitehall
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport
Clean, friendly, convenient
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Free parking would be great
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport
Nice room and amenities (bathtub, microwave, fridge), comfortable bed.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
Staff was very helpful and nice. Room was clean and facilities were very well taken care of
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton Park/Saratoga Area
Very good
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Whitehall
Helderberg
While there might not be top attractions in Helderberg, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Museum.
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.
Delaware Avenue
When in Delaware Avenue, you can plan a visit to New York State Museum and The Egg, 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 Bob Ford Field at Tom & Mary Casey Stadium and Westgate Plaza.
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.
Buckingham Lake
Buckingham Lake might not have many top sights, but Westgate Plaza and Bob Ford Field at Tom & Mary Casey Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
