Location: Delmar
Top Things to do in Delmar
Top 10 Things to do in Delmar, United States
Delmar is a hamlet in the Town of Bethlehem, in Albany County, New York, United States. It is a suburb of the neighboring city of Albany. The community is bisected by NY Route 443 (Delaware Avenue), a major thoroughfare, main street, and route to Albany.
Restaurants in Delmar
1. Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Jim S - New York City, New York
This environmental center is close to Albany and sounded interesting-miles of trails, ponds and a creek.
Don't bother. The trails are poorly laid out, poorly maintained, and poorly drained. The trail map is the worst I have ever seen-incomprehensible. Because the trails (especially North Loop and Wild Turkey) are so soggy, walkers have walked to the sides, expanding trail (and the soggy, muddy area) to six feet in places. There are random bits of wood chips and gravel in some places with no particular logic or purpose.
There is a large and ugly State construction site at the beginning of North Loop/Wild Turkey-bulldozed and muddy.
The scenery is no great shakes either-third growth forest, open fields with distant views of McMansions. The only wildlife we observed were squirrels.
We left after a hour, our shoes caked with several pounds of clay, and our socks soaked.
2. USS Slater DE-766
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 277 reviews
During World War II 563 Destroyer Escorts battled Nazi U-Boats on the North Atlantic protecting convoys of men and supplies. In the Pacific, they stood first in line to defend naval task forces from Kamikaze attacks. Today only one remains afloat in America. Step back in time. Return to 1945 aboard USS SLATER. See how Sailors worked, hear the sounds of a living ship, touch a piece of American history, and walk the decks where hundreds of Sailors have walked before.
Reviewed By Koldslaw - Albany, New York
If you love military history or naval history this is your jam. Beautiful ship with tons of character.Check er out!
3. Hudson Valley
Overall Ratings
4 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By kcashbourne - Crich, United Kingdom
We knew the journey would take 11 hours but add an hour and a half for the tortuous last 2 and a quarter hours. Something to do with the heat!
The scenery is lovely but not stunning.
Waited over an hour at the passport check station.
After about 9 hours the toilets were dirty, no toilet paper and no soap - yet there were three Amtrak staff sitting in the buffet bar doing nothing!
Food was expensive and nothing special.
Good thing is there is free wifi and you can charge your devices at you seat.
4. New York State Capitol
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 680 reviews
The New York State Capitol has served as the seat of government for New York since the 1880's. Over 125 years old, the building is a marvel of late 19th-century architectural grandeur. Built by hand of solid masonry, it took 5 architects and 32 years to complete. Over the years meticulous restoration has been done to maintain and protect the Capitol for future generations of New Yorkers.
Reviewed By ProfessorOT - Hamilton, Canada
We went to the New York State Capitol for an advocacy event. The building was beautiful with its detailed architecture and stunning columns. A must is observing the Senate floor from the viewing gallery. Make sure that you have good walking shoes!
5. Crailo State Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4 based on 23 reviews
Museum detailing Hudson Valley Dutch lifestyles.
Reviewed By John I - Clifton Park, New York
In the Albany area, we take the Dutch background for granted. The spring "Tulip Festival" happens to cement that connection. However, this tour really shows the real beginning of the Dutch settlement, along with the background of Fort Orange, which is gone. I was stunned that the downstairs walls were 350 years old. Much of the building has been remodeled over the years but, the main floors and fireplaces were intact.
The history of Dutch slave holdings was also discussed in an exhibition on the second floor. I was not aware that slaves were held for domestic duties in the Albany area. This exhibit also connects the colonial holdings of the English, Dutch, French and Spanish in the New World. A great find for a history buff.
Note, that this is not a high traffic area, and the address is very unassuming. It is on a residential street and hours are limited. Best to call to confirm. Discounts are available in combination with the Schuyler Mansion.
6. New York State Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 907 reviews
Under the leadership of the New York State Education Department, this museum and research center preserves New York State's artistic, social, historical and environmental legacies through such exhibits as "Native Peoples of New York," "The Cohoes Mastodont" and "Black Capital: Harlem in the 20s."
Reviewed By Connie R - Boston, Massachusetts
Spent several hours in this museum which is free to the public but accepts donations. Outstanding special exhibit on Women's Suffrage movement and the role played by New Yorkers. Powerful exhibit on NYC on Sept. 11. Incredibly moving. Also, interesting exhibit on the birds of New York State..
7. Day Dreams of Delmar Day Spa & Salon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Day Dreams of Delmar Day Spa & Salon is committed to providing... "outer beauty...inner peace." Our friendly and professional staff members invite you to indulge yourself in our relaxing spa treatments! Our unique 'team approach' allows you the finest attention and service while visiting our salon. With over 20 years experience, we are dedicated to providing each client with a sense of well-being and confidence developed by clear communication and ongoing professional education. Here at Day Dreams, our ultimate goal is to guide you in achieving harmony and balance, leading to... "outer beauty...inner peace."
Reviewed By windlibrarian - Laramie Wyoming
Expensive, pampered professional vacation splurge for massage and manicure.They treat you well here.Punch cards too! Much much better than the cheapo place next to Price Chopper or the $$$$ rip off place in Stuyvesant Plaza (messed up a mani/pedicure for $60.00).You will be happier with the high quality experience @ Daydreams.
8. Palace Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 155 reviews
Reviewed By Disneybus - Pittsgrove, New Jersey
This is just a beautiful "old school" historic theatre. We had the pleasure of experiencing the Palace on a recent visit to see Lewis Black. Parking is available close by, the restrooms are fairly spacious and ample, and there is surprisingly ample legroom and seating size for an older theatre. Our usher pridefully took some time enlightening us to the theatre's history, design, and cultural value to Albany. The world's foremost theatre architect of the time - RKO spared no expense in the Palace's design, which boasted an ornate Austrian Baroque design with "atmospheric" elements in the auditorium. The Palace has retained most of its original design features, including an impressive brass chandelier in the main lobby, original murals painted by Hungarian artists and plaster beams in the fore-lobby painted to resemble carved wood. The Palace underwent extensive renovations in the early 2000's, including a state-of-the-art LED marquee, replicating the original 1931 design. To fully appreciate the grandiose design, we arrived early to walk around all levels. Magnificent!
9. Washington Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 325 reviews
Reviewed By mama_in_vegas - massachusetts
I walked around Washington Park on a lovely fall day. It is a pleasant place and you can easily traverse the whole park in 45 minutes with leisurely stops at the lake, bridge, boat house and views of the beautiful homes along its edges.
10. The Egg
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 202 reviews
Hovering dramatically over Empire State Plaza, The Egg is a world-class performing arts complex.
Reviewed By Anne M - Hendersonville, North Carolina
My husband and I were staying a night in Albany and wanted to go downtown to see "The Egg". It is a performing arts venue that took about 12 years to build. It was easy to pick it out from other buildings due to its very unusual shape. Its base actually goes down 6 stories and accommodates 2 theaters. Hope to come back sometime!
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