Itineraries
Itineraries to Inspire Your Albany Trip
Going Dutch: Exploring Albany's unique Dutch past
Albany's Dutch roots make it distinct among early American cities. The Dutch settled Albany nearly 100 years before the... More
Something's Brewing in Albany: Tour Albany's Craft Beverage Producers
Albany has a history of coming in first. We are America's oldest city, home of the first bakers' dozen, the first grand... More
Discover Albany's Shaker Heritage: A Tranquil & Historic Getaway
The Shakers are one of the most significant communal religious society in American history with significant ties to Upstate New... More
Family-Friendly Fun: Albany County is a Playground for the Whole Family
Kids love to stretch their imagination, adventure outdoors and spend time with their family. Albany County is jam-packed with... More
Uncover the Hudson River School
America’s first major art movement, the Hudson River School, was born a few miles South of Albany County in the northern... More
From Clinton's Ditch to Eighth Wonder of the World: Celebrating the Bicentennial of the Erie Canal
The Erie Canal was once billed the eighth wonder of the world. Travel this watery byway and learn why. This man-made river has a... More
Albany County Day Trip Itineraries
Local Landmarks with Ties to Famous Faces
Famous Faces: Jack "Legs" Diamond
Albany is a 400-year old city with many fascinating tales of historical legends, infamous More
Famous Faces: Herman Melville
Albany is a 400-year old city with many fascinating tales of historical legends, infamous More
Famous Faces: Alexander Hamilton
Albany is a 400-year old city with many fascinating tales of historical legends, infamous More
Famous Faces: Henry Hudson
Albany is a 400-year old city with many fascinating tales of historical legends, infamous More
Famous Faces: Abraham Lincoln
Albany is a 400-year old city with many fascinating tales of historical legends, infamous More
Famous Faces: Philip Schuyler
Albany is a 400-year old city with many fascinating tales of historical legends, infamous More
