- Our list of the best things to do in Albany, New York, features the top 77 nearby activities — including 31 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Albany, NY has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, Outdoor Places, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 28 things to do within the city of Albany, NY , followed by 50 popular activities in nearby cities, including Troy, Schenectady, Clifton Park and Saratoga Springs
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Explore the city via an adventure combining the fun of a scavenger hunt with the information of a self-guided tour
6.6 Miles
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15 votes
110 8th Street, Troy, NY
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Part of the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, EMPAC - Experimental Media and Performing Arts Center has four venues designed with improved acoustics and technology. The center holds conferences, concerts and performing arts shows.
6.6 Miles
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Walsh Bowling Centers, 600 Fulton Street, Troy, NY 12180
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Offering specials like college nights, dollar nights, and glow in the dark bowling, Uncle Sam lanes is a popular location for casual and enthusiastic bowlers alike. Other amenities at the bowling alley include a pro shop and a bar/lounge area.
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110 8th Street, Troy, NY 12180
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Part of the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, the Experimental Media & Performing Arts Center is a multi-purpose facility offering a variety of events in arts, science and technology. This includes musical concerts, dance recitals and science lectures/exhibits.
6.6 Miles
The Curtain Call Theatre offers a wide selection of live theatre performances at a small intimate venue. The theater features a variety of nearby dining options and also serves dessert at intermissions.
6.8 Miles
For more than 12 years, the Troy Waterfront Farmer's Market has been providing visitors with the opportunity to experience Americana at its finest. Featuring live music, delectable foods, and the freshest vegetables and goods in town make plans to visit today.
7.5 Miles
Maintained by the city of Troy's Parks and Recreation Department, the Uncle Sam Bikeway is a paved path for cyclists and pedestrians that passes through scenery full of wildflowers, waterfalls, and shale cliffs. The path stretches for three miles.
8.3 Miles
Originally built in 1990, the Knickerbacker Ice Arena has been the home of several junior and professional hockey clubs. It currently serves as a hockey training facility and holds games for local youth teams.
8.7 Miles
As a bowling alley and a bar mixed together, Alpha Lanes is a facility that strives to provide many different types of entertainment. Amenities at this bowling alley include a game room, pro shop, and a snack bar.
11.2 Miles
Known for its 135 flavors of ice cream, Bumpy's Polar Freeze Inc is an entertainment center with a climbing wall and bumper boats. The venue also hosts birthday parties and other events.
11.5 Miles
Pam's Pub is as friendly as Pam, the owner. The pub features TGIF fish-fry Fridays, Karaoke nights, Trivia night, Sunday football on a number of tv's and frequent live local and visiting musicians. The bar's kitchen serves American fare.