Where history meets progress.
Albany is New York’s capital and the center of power for the State. But it is also four centuries of history, rich cultural offerings, outdoor activities and more.
Forbes recently posted a study by Niche that ranked Albany as #4 on the list of best places in country to be a young professional. We’re on the rise. Come see why!
Why We Love Living Here
Albany is made up of a tapestry of vibrant and unique neighborhoods, but that’s not the only reason we love living here. Here are more reasons why…
- 50th best place to retire
- 6th best city for recent college grads
- 16th best place to live in the U.S.
- 23rd for safest places to live
- Top 10 place to see Fall foliage
Click here to visit Discover Albany for more great content and info on the city.
Get To Know Us
Albany By the Numbers
98k
residents
28th
on the 2019 Top 100 Best Places to Live
500
full-time physicians at Albany Medical Center
$199.9K
median listing home price
Explore Albany
Below, you’ll find articles that refer to people, places, or things in Albany. Click here for more!
- Upstate Overnights: Albany Edition
CapNY has plenty of cozy little staycation spots that to fuel my cravings to escape from reality for a couple … Read more - The Authentic CapNY Guide: Old-School Italian RestaurantsThe Italian American community in New York City is as established and historic as the city itself. Luckily for us, … Read more
- Summer in CapNY: Albany Weekend Getaway ItinerarySummer has officially arrived! Embrace the season with a weekend getaway or staycation in Albany County. Book a trip to Albany … Read more
