Southwest® flights to Albany starting at $59

Albany has long been a business and transportation center, acting as a hub for goods and people moving in and out of the original Dutch settlement, Fort Orange, and the bustling state capital it later became. Albany boasts a number of sites on the National Register of Historic Places and six properties listed as National Historic Landmarks. During your visit, you may want to learn about Albany’s history. The city is home to some of the oldest colleges and universities in the country, which enjoy a reputation for educational excellence.

Chances are, though, you’re not looking to further your formal education while you’re on vacation. Luckily, there’s plenty else to do in Albany. With vibrant entertainment districts like Madison Avenue, Pearl Street, and Lark Street, you won't find yourself short of a place to grab a meal or drinks, or catch a show. Your options include larger clubs and eateries as well as cozier bars and restaurants tucked into eclectic artistic neighborhoods. Albany hosts a wide range of festivals every year, including flower shows, food and wine fests, cultural celebrations, and art and music festivals. See what’s happening while you’re in town and take full advantage.