Buckingham Lake
Albany
Visit Buckingham Lake
Popular places to visit
University at Albany
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University at Albany during your trip to McKownville. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
MVP Arena
Enjoy the sounds of some of today’s biggest performing artists or watch an exciting sports event at a stadium in the very heart of Downtown Albany.
Palace Theater
Old World splendor and modern performance standards meet at this renovated heritage theater located in Albany’s downtown. Tour the building or see a show.
The Egg
One of the country’s most unique buildings, this performance space is both an architectural marvel and a great place to catch a show.
New York State Capitol Building
Perched atop Albany’s State Street hill, this ornate building has served as the seat of New York State government since the 19th century.
New York State Museum
Marvel at New York garnet, greet an ancient mastodon and ride a carousel at this museum that chronicles the past and present of the Empire State.
Top hotels in Buckingham Lake
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
Very
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
The room was great and cleaned. Breakfast was fantastic. The buffet choices were great. The atmosphere of the entire place was just wonderful. The host at the desk, Laniya was great at helping us check in after we had some issues with a third party app. Will definitely stay here again when I am in ...
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport
The location is great and so is the service.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport
The room was clean. The staff was courteous
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
Staff was very helpful and nice. Room was clean and facilities were very well taken care of
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton Park/Saratoga Area
Very good
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Buckingham Lake
New Scotland
While New Scotland may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Museum.
Buckingham Lake - Crestwood
Though Buckingham Lake - Crestwood may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bob Ford Field at Tom & Mary Casey Stadium and Westgate Plaza.
Pine Hills
Pine Hills might not have many top sights, but Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Helderberg
While there might not be top attractions in Helderberg, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Museum.
Washington Square
Though Washington Square may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art.
West End
While West End may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Westgate Plaza and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena.
