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Sunset

Golden Hour in Albany

Start with a bite near the tower, catch the sunset glow, and end with a drink in the historic district.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 15:16

    Fresh N' Pressed

    Grab a fresh sandwich or wrap from Fresh N' Pressed. It is open until 16:00 on weekdays, giving you plenty of time before the sun goes down. The salads and sandwiches are generous and tasty.

  2. 16:01

    Corning Tower Observation Deck

    Walk up to the Corning Tower Observation Deck. The 26-minute walk from the anchor is worth it for the view. The 42nd floor offers a sweeping panorama of the city and the Adirondack foothills.

  3. 16:46

    Corning Tower Observation Deck

    Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW at 16:46, casting a final golden light over the Hudson Valley before dusk.

  4. 17:31

    Historic Cherry Hill

    Head back down to Historic Cherry Hill. This historic 1787 house on South Pearl Street is a perfect place to reflect on the view and the history of the area.

Local tip

Fresh N' Pressed closes at 16:00 on weekdays, so do not arrive too late if you want food. The walk to the tower is steep, so wear comfortable shoes.

Check before you go

  • Fresh N' Pressed is open Mo-Fr 08:00-16:00 and Sa 08:00-15:00.
  • Check the route to Corning Tower Observation Deck as it is not directly adjacent to the anchor.

Worth knowing

  • Fresh N' Pressed is open at 15:16 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Albany (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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