Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Albany (FLL to ALB)

Albany is the capital of New York and the county seat of Albany County. It is a gleaming bubble wrap of various architectural styles that span past five centuries. It saw the first regional European settlement in 1614 when Dutch explorers landed here. To commemorate that historic event and its Dutch heritage, the city celebrates the Tulip Festival in Washington Park. This event also marks the advent of spring season and is characterized by the blooming of thousands of tulips bloom in the city. Those interested in music and fireworks can look forward to the Price Chopper Fabulous Fourth and Fireworks Festival on July 4 to celebrate the US Independence Day. This event entails a heavy dose of musical performances and the region's largest fireworks display.

Things to do in Albany

New York State Capitol

The New York State Capitol is the seat of government of New York State, and is in Albany. It is a part of the Empire State Plaza complex in Capitol Park. The capitol houses the New York State Legislature and was built at a cost of USD 25 million in 1899, thus making it the most expensive government building of its time.

New York State Museum

Founded in 1836, the New York State Museum stands facing the New York State Capitol in Albany. It is home to a top-class collection of artworks and artefacts related to New York’s culture and history. Also, of note here are several geological samples, palaeontology specimens and historic materials.

Albany Institute of History & Art

The Albany Institute of History & Art is a museum in Albany that is dedicated to collect and preserve local art, history, and culture. It features over 20000 objects in its permanent collections, a number that includes 1600 paintings, 1100 drawings, 4000 prints, 600 sculptures, 500 pieces of furniture, 1200 ceramics, and 4000 pieces of clothing and accessories. The library here features 140000 printed volumes and 85,000 photographs as well.