What is Albany like for family-friendly holidays?
If you're looking for the perfect family-friendly holiday spot, you may want to consider Albany. Here you'll find various types of activities sure to appeal to both kids and adults alike. From the live music to the theatre scene, Albany has many things to see and do that everybody will appreciate. Spend a day visiting attractions such as MVP Arena, New York State Capitol Building and The Egg. When it's time to rest after a day of fun with the kids, Albany has various places to stay, such as family hotels with pools and hotels with family suites. We have 8 Albany family hotels, the right one is waiting for you!
What should I see and do with kids in and around Albany?
You'll find that Albany and the surrounding area provides lots of interesting things to do while you're visiting the area with the family. Here are some ideas to make your stay both educational and lots of fun:
- Parks
- Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza
- Washington Park
- Albany Riverfront Park
- New York State Museum
- Destroyer Escort Historical Museum
- Irish American Heritage Museum
- MVP Arena
- New York State Capitol Building
- The Egg
Museums & art galleries
Sights & landmarks
- Shopping
- Colonie Center Mall
- Crossgates Mall
- Westgate Shopping Center