Albany's Historic Downtown Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

About this activity

Explore Albany's not to be missed story. See the buildings, statues, museums, capital building, plazas, observation decks and so much more. In one hour you'll get to know Albany, see the sites that are must see and discover their story. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires.

Itinerary

1. Albany City Hall · 5 min

   The tour starts outside of Albany City Hall where you'll hear the story of it's clock and history, then be guided through Albany.

2. Stop 2 · 5 min

   The last stop is at the eternal flame, why is it still burning? Find out on the tour

3. Stop 3 · 5 min

   The tour stops at Lewis A. Swyer statue, who is Lewis? How did he change the world? Find out on the tour

4. Stop 4 · 5 min

   The tour stops at the Albany Vietnam Veterans Memorial, next to many notable sites you'll hear about

5. Stop 5 · 5 min

   The General Philip Henry Sheridan Statue is just outside of the Capital building, you'll hear the story of Phil and more.

6. New York State Capitol · 5 min

   You'll hear about the million dollar stairs, and the history of the New York State Capitol

7. Stop 7 · 15 min

   The tour goes through the Empire State Plaza where you'll hear about the sites, history and story.

8. Stop 8 · 5 min

   What's the deal with the Triangles and Arches by Alexander Calder? Find out on the tour

9. New York State Women Veterans Memorial · 5 min

   Amazing memorial not to be missed, and it has a great story

10. Stop 10 · 5 min

    This amazing museum hosts amazing items and great stories.

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

End point: The tour ends at the eternal flame, a site downtown that can't be missed, you'll hear it's story then get to explore the park more.

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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