Buckingham Lake Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Buckingham Lake
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.
Activities
Private Axe Throwing for 1 Hour
Our pick of the best Buckingham Lake Hotel Deals
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Room was clean. Shower stall was slippery. Glad there was a hand bar to hold on to. Evening Receptionist was great. Her name was NeeNee.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport
The room was clean and spacious. The staff were good and allowed me to do a late check-out at the last minute. The breakfast was tasty and the coffee excellent.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport
Ran put or hot water in the shower quickly. Other than that, the hotel is fine.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
The room was spotless and very comfortable beds. The hall way was noisy at times but not for long periods. An included breakfast would have been a big plus! Otherwise please
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
Yes
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Albany Airport- Wolf Road by IHG
Yes!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Buckingham Lake
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
