Helderberg Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 Helderberg Hotel Deals

Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
This hotel is a wonderful hotel to stay. Everyone is pleasant, it is very clean, the food is excellent, and location is great.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Room was spotless and staff were very helpful with everything.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 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

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
The property is new and clean. The snack bar was disappointing. Just a bunch of junk food. They put me near the ice machine humming in the hallway. This is otherwise a very quiet location back off the highway. I do recommend it for convenience. Lots of restaurants nearby including the fish fry ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Helderberg

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
