The Pine Bush Discovery Center is a fun attraction for those interested in nature and wildlife. This inland ecosystem offers the opportunity to touch a real snake skin, build a sand dune, visit a butterfly garden or observe live animals such as the American woodcock and the Spadefoot toad. The cost of admission is free, and it is open 9 a.m to 4 p.m Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m to 4 p.m Saturday and Sunday.
Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center
195 New Karner Rd.
Albany, New York 12205
518-456-0655
For entertainment, the Palace Theater in Albany offers a number of movies, plays and other cultural events for viewing. Tickets for events may be purchased at the Palace Theater Box Office or through Ticketmaster by phone or online. The theater is wheelchair accessible, and there is parking available on nearby streets in the area.
Palace Theater
19 Clinton Ave.
Albany NY 12207
518-465-3334
Albany Aqua Ducks & Trolleys is a company that offers boat and trolley tours of Albany. The land tours visit historic sites of Albany such as NY State Capitol, Washington Park, Empire State Plaza and the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. The boat tours visit famous Albany landmarks such as Patroon Island Bridge, the Dutch Apple Cruise Ship and the USS Slater. Tours leave from the Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center and last about 90 minutes. Admission for adults is $28, while seniors get in for the discounted price of $25 and children ages 4-12 for $16. Children under the age of 4 are admitted for free.
Albany Aqua Ducks & Trolleys
P O Box 446
Albany, NY 12201
518-462-3825
