Discover Albany Visitors Center
Overview
The Discover Albany Visitors Center provides current information about attractions, entertainment and events in Albany County and the surrounding Capital Region of NYS. Staffed information desk, brochures, exhibit, Albany momentos, gifts and seasonal tours.
The Visitors Center is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Amenities
- Bus Spaces
- Gift Shop
- Guided Tours
- Open April
- Open August
- Open December
- Open February
- Open January
- Open July
- Open June
- Open March
- Open May
- Open November
- Open October
- Open September
- Public Restroom
- Self-Guided Tours
- Wheelchair Accessible
Map
Admission
Free for self-guide; fees vary per program
Meeting Spaces
Building Blocks/Storytelling Room
- Area: 1,128
| Configuration | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| Reception | 50 |
| Theater | 30 |
| Banquet | 30 |
| Class Room | 30 |
Conference Room
- Area: 408
Garden Courtyard
- Area: 1,900
| Configuration | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| Reception | 75 |
| Theater | 50 |
| Banquet | 30 |
| Class Room | 30 |
Henry Hudson Planetarium
- Area: 841
| Configuration | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| Theater | 60 |
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