Washington Square
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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.
New York State Museum
Marvel at New York garnet, greet an ancient mastodon and ride a carousel at this museum that chronicles the past and present of the Empire State.
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Other neighbourhoods around Washington Square
Pine Hills
Pine Hills might not have many top sights, but Washington Park and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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 Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza.
West End
While West End may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Washington Park and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena.
Hudson Park
While visiting Hudson Park, you might make a stop by sights like Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza and Zuzu s Wonderful Life Inc.
Arbor Hill
If you're spending some time in Arbor Hill, Palace Theater and Ten Broeck Mansion are top sights worth seeing.