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Attractions Near Albany: Things To Do A Short Drive Albany New York

The Albany - Captal Region is just a short drive from several destinations in Upstate New York that are worth the drive. Attractions near Albany abound in the communities of Lake George and Saratoga Springs, NY to name a few.

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New York Power Authority N Blenheim, NY
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We've got fun down to a science with energy tours of visitors center, housed in a restored 19th century dairy barn. Fun for the whole family and it's admission free!
National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum
Cooperstown, NY
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Located on Main Street in the heart of picturesque Cooperstown, The Baseball Hall of Fame is one of the country's major tourist destinations and is surely the best-known sports shrine in the world.
Shaker Museum and Library Old Chatham, NY
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The Shaker Museum and Library houses one of the largest collections of shaker furniture, oval boxes, farm machinery, baskets, tools and textiles in the world.
American Museum of Firefighting Hudson, NY
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The American Museum of Firefighting is a beacon to fireman everywhere. Located on the grounds of the Fireman's Home in Hudson. A history of those men who interrupted their daily existence to protect property & lives is exemplified throughout the halls.
Viewmere Farm Schaghticoke, NY
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Viewmere Farm welcomes you to their third generation working family farm. From our planting celebration in the spring to our pumpkin harvest festival in the fall, experience an agricultural adventure. The maze is open September through October.
Farmers Museum Cooperstown, NY
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Oasis Park Miniature Golf Wynantskill, NY
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The Capital Region award winning miniture golf course set in a park like setting with spakling streams, ponds and waterfalls and bridges. Great ice cream! Birthday parties and group rates are available.
New York State Historical Assn Cooperstown, NY
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Our Favorite Place Animal Kingdom West Sand Lake, NY
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Non-profit zoo catering to the physically and mentally handicapped as well as the general public. We feature liollllllns, tigers, bears and many other exotic animals. Birthday parties
Shrine of No. American Martyrs Auriesville, NY
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Religious and historical shrine open May-October. Museum, gift shop and bookstore.
Thunderheart Freehold, NY
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Lebanon Valley Dragway New Lebanon, NY
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As the region's most popular car-racing site, Lebanon Valley Dragway provides seasonal fun for racing enthusiasts. The Dragway features NHRA class and professional racing as well as amateur races on a regular basis.
Howe Caverns, Inc. Howes Cave, NY
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Open all year! Between Albany and Cooperstown. New York's second most visited natural attraction. Guided tours of 10 million year old cave with underground boatride.
Fenimore Art Museum Cooperstown, NY
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The Farmers' Museum and Fenimore Art Museum are nationally-recognized museums of art, history, and agriculture that enable visitors to explore our heritage through exhibitions and special events.
Brewery Ommegang Cooperstown, NY
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Brewery Ommegang produces award winning bottle conditioned, Balgian style ales on a former farm in cooperstown, NY. Fascinating & fun tours & tasting are offered daily. The brewery mounts many special events such as Balgian comes to Cooperstown,
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