Capital District Recommendations

New York State Museum

http://www.nysm.nysed.gov/

Front Desk: 518-474-5877

With it's historic Carousel and it's great price point (it's free!). The New York State Museum has a wide range of exhibits where you can learn about the wilderness, minerals, native peoples and more.

Huck Finn's Playland

https://www.hucksplayland.com/

518-242-7575

Open Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, Huck Finn's Playland has continued the Hoffman Family's dream of entertaining family with a local amusement park. Mostly consisting of kiddie rides, there are a few thrilling rides for parents and kids at heart to try.

Via Aquarium

https://viaaquarium.com/

518-280-5100

Located in the Via Rotterdam Mall, take some time to look at aquatic creatures from different regions of the world. Take some time to pet a Stingray or just look at the Sharks in the beautiful tunnel tanks.