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.
Albany Capital Center
Learn about the events happening in Albany Capital Center during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
Our pick of the best Center Square Hotel Deals
Albany Business Class Apartment
host faciliated entry to the unit succesfully. Upon arrival, the closet required repair, but the workman never came by (across 28 days of stay).
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Marriott Albany
Room was decently clean. Stay was not good due to horrible internet service and the streaming services on the TV was not working. When I asked about the streaming service, the front desk agent was very sarcastic in saying that "it's not going to get fixed tonight" which I did not find funny at all. ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport
Renovation on the floor i wax staying the room was fine
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Have to pay separately for parking
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Park Manor Hotel
The staff were very rude. The room was not properly stocked with toiletries, linens, ice bucket and cups. When we asked staff for items they said they would be up in 5 minutes which they never came and we had to keep calling them. They acted like they did not want to be bothered. This will be our ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport
Older property. No suitcase stand in the room. Drapes aren't closeable, no blackout drapes. Needs refresh. Night clerk needs lesson in empathy, day shuttle driver was excellent.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 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 Alfred E. Smith State Office Building.
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 MVP Arena, 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 Alfred E. Smith State Office Building.
