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Ranked #1 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "If you like history ..." 11/04/2013
- "Haunted Tour" 03/04/2013
Category: Government Buildings
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New York's Capitol building took four decades to build, from 1867 to 1899, and is considered a magnificent example of...
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New York's Capitol building took four decades to build, from 1867 to 1899, and is considered a magnificent example of 19th-century architecture.
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Ranked #2 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Best museum award :)" 11/05/2013
- "A favorite" 10/05/2013
Category: History Museums; Natural History Museums; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
The New York State Museum serves as a repository for New York State's artistic, historical, natural and social history. The splendid building dominates one end of the Empire... more »
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Ranked #3 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Historical Ship in Albany NY" 27/04/2013
- "A living piece of History" 08/04/2013
Category: Ships
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Ranked #4 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Old and nice" 13/05/2013
- "Scotty McCreery Rocked the house" 11/05/2013
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #5 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Been a while, but still" 30/04/2013
- "best venue for live music in Albany" 26/04/2013
Category: Theatres
Hovering dramatically over Empire State Plaza, The Egg is a world-class performing arts complex. Designed by Wallace Harrison, construction of the building began in 1966 and was... more »
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Ranked #6 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "The tulips are amazing!" 19/05/2013
- "Good, not great" 13/05/2013
Category: Parks
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Ranked #7 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Upstate NY's Highway" 18/04/2013
- "We live on this road" 10/02/2013
Category: Scenic Drives
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Ranked #8 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Lots of info and great displays" 15/05/2013
- "Quaint Building" 26/03/2013
Category: Tourist/ Visitor Centres
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Ranked #9 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Wonderful Currier and Ives Exhibit." 24/04/2013
- "Not for me" 17/02/2013
Category: History Museums
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Step inside one of the oldest museums in North America for a glimpse of what life was like in old Albany and the Upper Hudson...
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Step inside one of the oldest museums in North America for a glimpse of what life was like in old Albany and the Upper Hudson Valley through an amazing collection of furniture, clothing, paintings, silver and photographs, all celebrating the importance of this region in American history.
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Ranked #10 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Good place to see a show" 19/04/2013
- "Great for High School basketball!" 01/04/2013
Category: Civic Centres; Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
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This multipurpose civic center hosts musical performances, ice shows, trade shows and is home to the AHL River Rats, NLP...
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This multipurpose civic center hosts musical performances, ice shows, trade shows and is home to the AHL River Rats, NLP Attack and the Siena Saints MAAC basketball team.
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Ranked #11 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "run down soho" 15/05/2013
- "Dirty." 17/03/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #12 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Nice Escape, Close to Home" 08/05/2013
- "Great for walks and biking" 05/02/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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One of the most endangered regions in the Northeastern United Sates contains almost 6,000 acres of scenic and dramatic...
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One of the most endangered regions in the Northeastern United Sates contains almost 6,000 acres of scenic and dramatic landscape rooted in glacial history.
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Ranked #13 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Great!" 02/05/2013
- "Fun place to visit" 16/02/2013
Category: Sports Complexes
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Ranked #14 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "The view goes on for miles" 11/04/2013
- "Dizzing Heights." 10/04/2013
Category: Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #15 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "twelfth night" 07/03/2013
- "Have been here before" 21/10/2012
Category: Historic Sites
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Built before the American Revolution, the elegant home of General Philip Schuyler is one of the most outstanding examples of...
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Built before the American Revolution, the elegant home of General Philip Schuyler is one of the most outstanding examples of pre-war architecture.
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Ranked #16 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Why bother?" 13/04/2013
- "A nice plaza, but not among the late 1..." 26/03/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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One of the most ambitious urban renewal projects in America features 10 government buildings set on a six-story platform,...
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One of the most ambitious urban renewal projects in America features 10 government buildings set on a six-story platform, delighting visitors with historical attractions, a performing arts center and plenty of music and other entertainment in the summer and fall.
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Ranked #17 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Glad to see a bit of our religious his..." 18/03/2013
- "I wish it was open more" 04/09/2012
Category: Historic Sites
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Site of the first Shaker community. Located adjacent to Albany International Airport, the historic site features nine Shaker...
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Site of the first Shaker community. Located adjacent to Albany International Airport, the historic site features nine Shaker buildings, an herb garden, apple orchard and cemetery where Shaker founder, Ann Lee is buried. The 1848 Shaker Meeting House contains a small museum and gift shop. Hiking trails are available at the adjacent Ann Lee Pond Wildlife Preserve.
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Ranked #18 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Glad I went on the tour" 04/09/2012
- "The best mansion art tour north of Ola..." 20/12/2011
Category: Historic Sites
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This is the official residence of the governor of Albany, and has been since 1877. Theodore Roosevelt once lived in the...
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This is the official residence of the governor of Albany, and has been since 1877. Theodore Roosevelt once lived in the stately building with his family while serving as New York State's highest executive.
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Ranked #19 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Expect A Parking Ticket" 27/04/2013
- "Downtown Albany New York" 24/04/2013
Category: Government Buildings
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Ranked #20 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Beautiful Jewel of a Lake" 25/10/2012
Category: Bodies of Water
Lake Lila is situated in serene Hamilton County between Long Lake and Tupper Lake. To get to the lake you drive 6 miles down a logging road the speed limit is 15 and don't break... more »
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Ranked #21 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Fix your website" 17/02/2013
- "Exhibits, lectures and library" 05/12/2012
Category: Museums
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Ranked #22 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Wow! So much history packed into one h..." 27/12/2012
- "innovative!" 26/08/2012
Category: Historic Sites
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This 18-century-style mansion (circa 1787), which sits on a wooded hill overlooking the scenic Hudson River, contains a huge...
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This 18-century-style mansion (circa 1787), which sits on a wooded hill overlooking the scenic Hudson River, contains a huge collection of antiques, textiles and other historical artifacts.
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Ranked #23 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Beautiful 18th Century Mansion" 08/07/2012
Category: Historic Sites
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Ranked #24 of 28 attractions in Albany
- "Used to work in the offices on the pla..." 29/11/2012
- "Strange" 20/10/2012
Category: Convention Centres
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Category: Mountains
A low-lying mountain that offers not-too-difficult climbs to its summit.
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Category: Theatres
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The focus is on maintaining a wonderful and healthy life through various venues, from "Zuzu's Natural Oasis" for delicious...
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The focus is on maintaining a wonderful and healthy life through various venues, from "Zuzu's Natural Oasis" for delicious desserts and specialty drinks to "Zuzu's Main Studio" for expressive arts, live music, theater and dance.
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Category: Observatories/ Planetariums
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Explore the nature of outer space through a variety of imaginative star shows including "Stars to Starfish," "Through The Eye...
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Explore the nature of outer space through a variety of imaginative star shows including "Stars to Starfish," "Through The Eye of Hubble" and "The Little Star That Could."
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Category: Ballets
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