Crossgates is more than just shopping & Crossgates is the largest shopping, dining and entertainment destination in New York’s Capital Region. Crossgates offers over 10 different entertainment experiences providing something for every age, kids and adults alike. Bowl your heart out, play the newest video arcade games, see an IMAX movie, laugh ‘til it hurts or take the kids down their favorite colorful indoor slide. It’s a full day of fun and excitement for all ages. Crossgates offers dining options to suit any taste, including 12 sit-down restaurants, 11 food court options, 2 fast-casual eateries, and 16 snacks. And for the nightlife? Get your game, dance or laugh on. Every. Single. Night. The choice is yours.

Reminiscent of the outdoor markets of a by-gone era, Stuyvesant Plaza is an unparalleled shopping experience. Stroll down our sidewalks & indulge yourself in one-of-a-kind shops, whimsical boutiques & fantastic restaurants. 60 sensational spots to shop, browse & dine. Anchor stores include Talbot's, TGIFridays, White House/Black Market & Chico's. Experience the best of what New York's capital city has to offer - Experience the excitement that is Stuyvesant Plaza!Mon-Fri 10am to 8pm;Sat 10am-6pm;Sun 12 noon - 5pm. Restaurant hours vary.

Colonie Center, a 1.3 million square-foot enclosed two-level, regional shopping center with over 100 specialty stores, is at the heart of New York's Capital Region. The center is anchored a three-level Macy's, Boscov’s and Sears. Colonie Center features the popular retailers such as The Gap/Gap Kids/Baby Gap, Express, New York & Company, Bath and Body Works, Kay Jewelers, Lane Bryant, American Eagle, Aeropostale, Victoria's Secret, and Barnes & Noble; the center is home to many stores that are unique to the market, including Christmas Tree Shops, The Body Shop, Charming Charlie, a full in-line Sephora, Bose, and Whole Foods Market. The center boasts the only Cheesecake Factory Restaurant and P.F. Chang's China Bistro in the Capital Region and a state-of-the-art all digital Regal Cinema with a newly renovated RPX theater. Additional sit-down eateries include Five Guys Burgers & Fries and Moe’s Southwest Grill as well as the 2nd level food court. The center sits at the intersection of Wolf Road and Central Avenue, is just 5 minutes from the Albany International Airport and major hotel chains, and is accessible from Interstates 87 and 90.

The Discover Albany Gift Shop offers unique Albany gift items, including a selection of locally designed and crafted products, for children and adults. Open Monday-Friday 9am-3pm; Saturday 10am-3pm; Sunday 11am-3pm (through March 29). Please note: Effective April 1, 2020 the Visitors Center will be closed on Sundays.