Empire State Plaza, Capital District Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving to Empire State Plaza, start by navigating towards Albany's downtown area. From I-90, take Exit 4 towards US-9/US-20. Follow signs for the NY-32 S/NY-43 S exit. Merge onto NY-32 S and then take the exit for I-787 N towards Albany. Continue on I-787 N and take Exit 2 for Downtown Albany. Follow signs for the South Mall Arterial, and turn left onto S Mall Arterial. Empire State Plaza will be on your right at 100 S Mall Arterial. Keep in mind that parking may incur a fee; check local signage for rates.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Empire State Plaza via public transportation, find your nearest bus stop serviced by CDTA (Capital District Transportation Authority). Routes 10, 11, and 114 all serve the downtown Albany area. Board a bus heading towards downtown Albany and disembark at the stop closest to the plaza. The Empire State Plaza is located at 100 S Mall Arterial, which is a short walk from most downtown bus stops. Make sure to check the CDTA schedule for the latest bus times and any applicable fares, which are typically around $1.50 per ride.

• Taxi/Rideshare

  For a more direct route, consider using a taxi or rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. Simply enter 'Empire State Plaza, 100 S Mall Arterial, Albany, NY' as your destination. Depending on traffic and your starting location, fares will vary, but expect to pay approximately $10-$20 for a ride from most locations within the Capital District to the Plaza. It’s a convenient option if you have luggage or prefer not to navigate public transport.