East Coast Road Trip | Day 6: Albany, NY 🚗🗽

Albany, the capital of New York State, offers an incredible array of attractions—many of which are completely free! 🏛️ Highlight: New York State Capitol History: Construction took 32 years, finishing in 1899. Cost: $25 million at the time—more expensive than the U.S. Capitol! "Million Dollar Staircase" : Features red sandstone imported from Scotland, carved entirely by hand. Details: Look closely and you'll see that no two carvings are identical, including around 150 different faces. Senate Chamber : Houses 63 seats beneath gold-leaf wallpaper. You might even catch a session if you visit in the first half of the year. Tours: Free tours offered on weekdays at 10 AM, 12 PM, and 2 PM. 🎠 Highlight : New York State Museum Carousel: A stunning 130-year-old carousel on the 4th floor, complete with real horsehair tails and glass eyes. Rides: Free for visitors, offering a nostalgic trip down memory lane. Exhibits: Explore New York's natural and cultural history, including a mastodon fossil discovered near Cohoes Falls. ✨ Other Attractions: Corning Tower: Ride the elevator to the top for panoramic city views. On a clear day, you might even see Montreal! The Egg: This unique performing arts venue cost $60 million and features an interior with no corners—just sweeping curves. Free tours are offered on weekdays at 1 PM. #Albany #EastCoast #NewYork#Albury #HiddenGemAustralia #NSWVictoriaBorder #TravelAustralia #FoodieFinds #SmallTownVibes