New York's capital city and its surroundings offer family fun in every variety, from museums to hiking trails and everything in between!
Take in the view from the top of the Corning Tower. (Photo via Wikimedia Commons)
2. Put your learning cap on and head to the New York State Museum. Eclectic, informative exhibits cover a broad range of topics related to the state (past exhibits have featured photography of the Adirondacks, student artwork from the SUNY schools, soap box derby cars, and more). The museum is low-key and kid-friendly, and budget-friendly, too: admission is free, and so is a ride on their historic, beautifully restored carousel.
3. It's half an hour outside Albany, but it's well worth the trek: Saratoga Spa State Park is chock full of outdoor recreational fun (hiking trails, playgrounds, tennis courts, etc.), as well as historic landmarks, two theaters, and two equally fantastic pools. Victoria Pool, the first heated pool in the U.S., was historically a destination for the rich and famous and is housed among architecturally gorgeous buildings, and Peerless Pool, referred to as "a wet and wonderful wonderland for kids," offers ample space, a safer kiddie pool, and water slides for the more adventurous water sprites.
Accommodation Tip: The Best Western Albany Airport Inn promises a warm cookie at check-in: sign me up! Also on the menu: free breakfast, a new gym, updated rooms, and helpful staff.
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