Timeline
09:00
Visit Historic Cherry Hill. Arriving at opening gives you the quietest time to explore the 1787 house before the day gets busy.
09:45
Walk to Fresh N' Pressed for a healthful sandwich or wrap. It is open from 08:00 on weekdays and 08:00 on Saturdays, so it will be ready for a mid-morning snack.
10:30
Corning Tower Observation Deck
Head up to the Corning Tower Observation Deck. The view from the 42nd floor stretches across the city to the Adirondacks, Catskills, and Berkshires.
11:30
End the walk at Hollywood Tavern. It has Albany's largest patio in the summer and a large upstairs space in winter, making it a solid place to rest your feet.
Local tip
The walk from Historic Cherry Hill to Fresh N' Pressed is short and straightforward. From the food spot, you are already near the Corning Tower, so the transition is easy. Hollywood Tavern is a short walk from the observation deck area.
Check before you go
- Fresh N' Pressed is open Mo-Fr 08:00-16:00 and Sa 08:00-15:00.
- Hollywood Tavern is a popular spot, so expect a crowd if you go during peak evening hours, though it is more 'meet your friends' than 'see and be seen'.
Worth knowing
- Fresh N' Pressed is open at 09:45 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
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