Center Square Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Center Square
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 Center Square Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport
At 6:15 they have absolutely nothing there as breakfast. Table completely empty
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
This hotel was very clean and nice. Staff was also very courteous.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
Room was clean and restaurant on site was great for dinner and breakfast.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Marriott Albany
Great customer service
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton Park/Saratoga Area
Staff was courteous
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Albany Airport- Wolf Road by IHG
Cleanliness was top notch Friendly staff Certainly would stay again
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Center Square
Hudson Park
While there might not be top attractions in Hudson Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like New York State Museum and Corning Tower.
Sheridan Hollow
If you're spending some time in Sheridan Hollow, Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art are top sights worth seeing.
Mansion
When in Mansion, you can plan a visit to New York State Museum and Corning Tower, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Albany
Downtown Albany is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Hudson River Way and MVP Arena while you're in town.
Arbor Hill
If you're spending some time in Arbor Hill, Palace Theater and Ten Broeck Mansion are top sights worth seeing.
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.
