Albany, NY is an amazing city located within the beautiful northern part of New York’s countryside. I went to college in Upstate NY and then worked in NYC for another 10 years so I got a chance to explore these wonderful places. There are many places within a day’s drive that will make you want to get in the car and go. Most of the places are close enough to explore two or more per day. Some require most of the day to get through all the awesome events and things to do.
Best Day Trips from Albany:
Hudson - Explore boutique shops and admire river views with couples.
Lenox, MA - Stroll along charming streets and visit Tanglewood on a romantic weekend.
Rochester’s National Museum of Play - Play interactive exhibits and discover childhood nostalgia with kids.
Saratoga Springs - Soak in mineral baths and walk downtown on a quick trip.
Adirondack Park Region - Hike scenic peaks and paddle peaceful lakes during summer.
Catskills Scenic Trail - Bike on old railbeds and admire mountain views during fall.
Columbia County Tourism - Visit quaint towns and explore local farms on a weekend trip.
Cooperstown - See baseball history and stroll lakefront paths with family.
Corning Museum of Glass - Watch glassblowing demos and explore art exhibits on a quick outing.
Fort Ticonderoga - Tour historic grounds and see reenactments with kids.
In Summary...
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