West End
Albany
Popular places to visit
University at Albany
Enjoy the collegiate 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.
Top hotels in West End
Albany Plaza Hotel
Staff is wonderful place is clean and the breakfast is good
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Motel 6 Albany, NY
Cool
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport
Good bfast and room was clean
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Everything was excellent
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Albany Airport
Great place
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport
The air coming from the room heater/air conditioner was very unpleasant. No way to turn it off. I had to block it with a chair, to prevent it blowing directly on me. Everything else was okay.
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Washington Square
While there might not be top attractions in Washington Square, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art.
Pine Hills
While Pine Hills might 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.
Sheridan Hollow
While visiting Sheridan Hollow, you might make a stop by sights like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art.
New Scotland
New Scotland 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
While there might not be top attractions in Buckingham Lake, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Westgate Plaza and Bob Ford Field at Tom & Mary Casey Stadium.
Center Square
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Center Square and surrounding area, you can visit Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Capitol Building.
