Old Post Office, Albany

Name: Old Post Office
Address: Albany, United States

#61 among attractions in Albany

Neo-renaissance architecture

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The Old Post Office, also known as the United States Government Building, is located at the intersection of State Street and Broadway in Albany, New York, United States. It was built from 1879 to 1883 at a cost of $627,148. ()

Built: 1879 (145 years ago)Architectural style: Renaissance revivalCoordinates: 42°38'56"N, 73°45'1"W

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Downtown AlbanyAlbany United States

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Old Post Office – 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.

0.4 miNW
Grand government building
New York State Capitol, Albany
12 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...
~1250 ftW
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Times Union Center, Albany
7 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.
~1670 ftNW
Monuments and statues
Statue of Philip Schuyler, Albany
9 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.
0.4 miW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
The Egg Building, Albany
11 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.
0.4 miW
Monuments and statues
New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial, Albany
11 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.
~1540 ftNW
Romanesque architecture, City hall, Romanesque revival architecture
Albany City Hall, Albany
8 min walk • Albany City Hall is the seat of government of the city of Albany, New York, United States. It houses the office of the mayor, the Common Council chamber, the city and traffic courts, as well as other city services.
0.7 miNW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Albany Institute of History & Art, Albany
18 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.
~1830 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Palace Theatre, Albany
9 min walk • The Palace Theatre is an entertainment venue in downtown Albany, New York, located on the corner of Clinton Avenue and North Pearl Street. The theatre is operated by the Palace Performing Arts Center, Inc - a 501 non-profit organization.
~1250 ftNW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St. Peter's Episcopal Church, Albany
7 min walk • St. Peter's Episcopal Church, also known as St. Peter's Church, is located in downtown Albany, New York, United States. It was designed in the mid-19th century by Richard Upjohn and his son Richard M. Upjohn in the French Gothic Revival architectural style.
~1680 ftN
Church
First Church in Albany, Albany
9 min walk • The First Reformed Church, also known as First Church in Albany or North Dutch Church, is located at North Pearl and Orange streets in Albany, New York, United States. It is a member congregation of the Reformed Church in America. The building was designed by Philip Hooker and built in the period of 1797–1799.
~1350 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Capital Repertory Theatre, Albany
7 min walk • Capital Repertory Theatre is a 309-seat professional regional theatre in Albany, New York. Capital Rep is the only theatre in the Capital District in the League of Resident Theatres.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Old Post Office?

Nearby attractions include First Trust Company Building, Albany (2 min walk), SUNY System Administration Building, Albany (2 min walk), Hudson River Way, Albany (3 min walk), Downtown, Albany (3 min walk).

How to get to Old Post Office by public transport?

The nearest stations to Old Post Office:

Bus

Broadway • Lines: 905 (2 min walk)
Broadway & Peter D Kiernan Plaza • Lines: 224, 540 (5 min walk)

Train

Albany-Rensselaer (18 min walk)