A trip to Albany, NY offers fun-filled days and exciting adventures. The city provides numerous impressive dining opportunities and intriguing attractions, and you’ll make many memories in the Cradle of the Union. Explore this two-day itinerary we’ve created to help you get the most out of any vacation.
If you rent an RV in Albany, you can plan how you spend your days and set your own schedule. It’s more convenient, and there aren’t any hotel fees or tips. You can save money on your trip and avoid many daunting aspects of a vacation. RV owners have many RV styles to meet your preferences and improve your experience.
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Preparing for Your Albany RV Trip
Picking up your RV rental is your first task when following our itinerary. You’ll find a multitude of RVs, including towable choices and motorcoaches. The Coleman Lantern 17B travel trailer, Keystone RV Montana High Country 351BH, and the Coachmen RV Leprechaun 319MB Ford 450 are among your many options. Select your preferred RV according to your style and delivery preferences, and some RV owners will deliver it to your location.
These resources can help you plan your trip:
●Tips for Packing for an RV Trip
●A Guide for Renting an RV
●RV Parking Advice
●What to Know After Booking an RV
Once you’re satisfied with your RV selection, choose an RV campsite and complete your reservation. Albany boasts many exceptional campgrounds that accommodate RVs of all sizes. The campgrounds offer electric, water, and sewage hookups, and Schodack Island State Park and Arrowhead Marina & RV Park are among your options. Confirm your reservation in advance to ensure you have a camping spot on your preferred dates.
Find other campground options in our comprehensive list of top-rated campgrounds in Albany.
Day 1: Spend the Day Learning About Culture and the Arts
Morning: Start the Morning with History and Art
A visit to the Albany Institute of History & Art is a terrific start to your vacation. Exhibits have included Nell Stokes: Stories of an Education Advocate, Joan Steiner’s Look-Alikes, and Ancient Egypt. Plan your trip around the institute’s event schedule for vacation art breaks and educational programs. Check the current exhibits and ensure you visit when your preferred exhibit is available.
Lunch: Enjoy Greek Cuisine
Athos Restaurant is the perfect place for authentic Greek cuisine. Begin your meal with salad choices, including quinoa, Athos goat cheese, and traditional Greek. Entree selections include chicken souvlaki, pastitsio, and grilled whole branzino. Consider a cocktail when ordering your meal, and choose a delicious dessert.
Afternoon: Visit the NY State Museum
The New York State Museum offers art and culture. Visitors can learn from the many exhibits and discover rich histories. Exhibitions have included Unveiled: Wedding Wear in NY, Berenice Abbot: Changing New York, and Thomas Hart Benton. The exhibits change frequently, so check the current offerings before you plan a visit.
Setting Up Camp
After the day is done and you’re ready to set up camp, go to your preferred RV campground. Upon arrival, check in at the visitor’s center and park your RV in the appropriate spot. Sometimes, parking permits are required, and your host will provide one. If you want your RV set up and ready for your arrival, choose an RV package, including delivery and setup.
Dinner: Tacos, Burritos, and Enchiladas—Oh My!
El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant offers a full menu of authentic Mexican cuisine with many of your favorites at its two Albany locations. You can start your dinner with a yummy cocktail and crema de calabaza and then order delicious entrees, including tacos dorados, chilaquiles verdes, and El Mariachi Style sirloin. Classic burritos include shrimp, steak, chorizo, and chicken. If you’re traveling with kids, you can explore terrific options on the kids’ menu.
Day 2: Luxury Fun and Entertainment
Morning: Take a Cruise on a Riverboat
Book a riverboat cruise at Dutch Apple Cruises and enjoy sightseeing with your friends or loved ones. The attraction offers public and private cruise choices to accommodate your preferences. You can also rent a riverboat for a birthday, wedding, or other celebration, and the private parties include food and drinks.
Lunch: Have an “Illusive” Meal
Lunch at Illusive Restaurant & Bar in nearby Rensselaer gives you a unique experience as chef Joseph Ventrice and his team create culinary masterpieces. Enjoy refreshing cocktails at the bar while awaiting your meal. The menu is a surprise based on the chef’s preference on the day of your visit.
Afternoon: Visit the Egg
The Egg may become one of your favorite attractions in Albany and is worthy of many visits. The performing arts center hosts many shows throughout its season. Among past performances are Herb Alpert and Lani Hall, Blackberry Smoke, and Ruthie Foster. Check the schedule for upcoming shows during your visit.
Evening: Stop at the Palace for Epic Entertainment
End your second day in Albany with a bang by attending a show at the Palace Theatre. The performing arts center offers live music, comedy, and movies. Marcus King, Nas, and the Lion King are among the theater’s past performances. Reserve your tickets ahead of time to ensure availability and great seating.
Day 3 and Beyond in Albany
If you wish to explore the city beyond two days in Albany, there are still many things you can do to make lasting memories. Here are a few selections highly recommended by locals and guaranteed to provide a fun-filled time.
● At Ghosts of Albany, you can attend a walking tour offering history and mystery stories that take you throughout the city. You can expect gangsters and doomed lovers along your path through the tour according to the story’s theme.
● Huck Finn’s Playland is a small amusement park for children with many rides and fun activities. You’ll find trains, a little wheel, a merry-go-round, and boats, and you can purchase tickets for the rides at a low rate.
● Fuze Box is a highly recommended nightclub with live music and refreshing cocktails. You can experience the local nightlife, enjoy various bands, and have a terrific time with your friends or loved ones.
Winter and Spring Activities
The Albany Chefs’ Food & Wine Festival is hosted in January and provides visitors with a three-day festival, including wine and delicious foods. You can also attend the Albany Film Festival in April and view full-length movies and shorts. Plan your visit according to which seasonal activities you prefer.
Indoor Activities
Far Shot Axe Throwing is an indoor attraction and is perfect for rainy days or anytime. You and your friends can compete in this unique archery-themed attraction and have a great time together. Visitors also enjoy 5 Wits offering a storyline, puzzles, and challenges.
Albany is a fun-filled city, perfect for a weekend or a week-long vacation. It offers unique attractions, history, art, and more. You’ll enjoy your stay in your preferred RV rental while following this fun itinerary.
