Townsend Park, Albany

#77 among attractions in Albany

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Facts and practical information

Townsend Park is a small urban park in Albany, New York. It encompasses a triangle of land formed by the Y-intersection of Central and Washington avenues, with the third border formed by Henry Johnson Boulevard. ()

Created: 1833Elevation: 203 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°39'28"N, 73°45'53"W

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Central AvenueAlbany United States

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Townsend Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: New York State Capitol, Times Union Center, Statue of Philip Schuyler, The Egg Building.

0.5 miSE
Grand government building
New York State Capitol, Albany
14 min walk • The New York State Capitol, located in the heart of Albany, is a stunning architectural masterpiece and a beacon of political life in the state. Completed in 1899 after a prolonged construction period that began in 1867, this grand edifice stands as a testament to the...
0.8 miSE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Times Union Center, Albany
21 min walk • The Times Union Center stands as a bustling hub of entertainment and sports in the heart of Albany, New York. This indoor arena, with its capacity to accommodate up to 17,500 spectators, has been a landmark of the city since its opening in 1990.
0.6 miSE
Monuments and statues
Statue of Philip Schuyler, Albany
17 min walk • A statue of Philip Schuyler by J. Massey Rhind is installed outside Albany City Hall in Albany, New York, United States. The memorial is slated for removal, as of June 2020.
0.6 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
The Egg Building, Albany
16 min walk • The Egg is a performing arts venue in Albany, New York. Named for its shape, the building was designed by Harrison & Abramovitz as part of the Empire State Plaza project, and built between 1966 and 1978. It is located in the northeast corner of the Plaza.
0.6 miSE
Monuments and statues
New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial, Albany
16 min walk • The New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Albany, New York is dedicated to the New York firefighters who have died in the line of duty. Governor of New York George Pataki officially dedicated the memorial on October 5, 1998. It features a 54-foot by 15-foot gray granite wall, with 2,312 names permanently etched into the stone.
0.4 miSW
Park, Playground
Washington Park, Albany
10 min walk • Washington Park in Albany, New York is the city's premier park and the site of many festivals and gatherings. As public property it dates back to the city charter in 1686, and has seen many uses including that of gunpowder storage, square/parade grounds, and cemetery.
0.6 miS
Skyscraper
Empire State Plaza, Albany
16 min walk • The Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza is a complex of several state government buildings in downtown Albany, New York. The complex was built between 1965 and 1976 at an estimated total cost of $2 billion.
0.4 miSE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Cathedral of All Saints, Albany
11 min walk • The Cathedral of All Saints, Albany, New York, is located on Elk Street in central Albany, New York, United States. It is the central church of the Episcopal Diocese of Albany and the seat of the Episcopal Bishop of Albany. Built in the 1880s in the Gothic style and designed by Robert W.
0.4 miSE
Church
Wilborn Temple First Church of God in Christ, Albany
11 min walk • Wilborn Temple First Church of God in Christ Inc. is a Pentecostal church in Albany, New York.
~1300 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Statue of Robert Burns, Albany
7 min walk • A statue of Robert Burns stands in Washington Park in Albany, New York, United States. The statue was designed by Charles Calverley and was unveiled in 1888.
~1430 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Albany Institute of History & Art, Albany
7 min walk • The Albany Institute of History & Art is a museum in Albany, New York, United States, "dedicated to collecting, preserving, interpreting and promoting interest in the history, art, and culture of Albany and the Upper Hudson Valley region". It is located on Washington Avenue in downtown Albany.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Townsend Park?

Nearby attractions include Walter Merchant House, Albany (4 min walk), Albany Public Library, Albany (5 min walk), Harmanus Bleecker Library, Albany (7 min walk), Statue of Robert Burns, Albany (7 min walk).

How to get to Townsend Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Townsend Park:

Bus

Lark/Armory • Lines: 905 (3 min walk)
S. Swan St & Washington Ave • Lines: 224, 540 (11 min walk)