Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Rensselaer February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Rensselaer](https://expedia.ca/Rensselaer-Hotels.d178209.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Rensselaer Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Rensselaer.d178209.Car-Rental-Guide)[Rensselaer Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Rensselaer.d178209.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Rensselaer, NY ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Rensselaer Types of activities [Rensselaer travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Rensselaer.dx178209) ![Aerial view of historic downtown Troy, NY, at sunset with docked riverboat and view towards the east along the Hudson River. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178209/9be6234c-9862-4501-bdd4-4b01a17157b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of historic downtown Troy, NY, at sunset with docked riverboat and view towards the east along the Hudson River. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178209/9be6234c-9862-4501-bdd4-4b01a17157b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of historic downtown Troy, NY, at sunset with docked riverboat and view north along the Hudson River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178209/2dbb899c-8ca0-4f96-ad89-2211796c1784.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Albany NY at night from across the Hudson River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178209/4df77faa-291f-48d8-a6b1-f5ccdf6247f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Rensselaer Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Rensselaer has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Rensselaer is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Rensselaer to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Rensselaer Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Rensselaer. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Rensselaer attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in Rensselaer | Number of things to do | 4 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Albany's Historic City centre Self Guided Audio Walking Tour](/things-to-do/albanys-historic-city-centre-self-guided-audio-walking-tour.a50673227.activity-details): CA $14 | | Top 5 things to do | [Private Axe Throwing for 1 Hour](/things-to-do/private-axe-throwing-for-1-hour.a3453203.activity-details)[Albany Scavenger Hunt Interactive Walking Tour](/things-to-do/albany-scavenger-hunt-interactive-walking-tour.a50778550.activity-details)[Albany's Historic City centre Self Guided Audio Walking Tour](/things-to-do/albanys-historic-city-centre-self-guided-audio-walking-tour.a50673227.activity-details)[Self-Guided Bar Hunt: Albany's Abuzz](/things-to-do/albany-bar-hunt-albanys-abuzz.a2573561.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Private Axe Throwing for 1 Hour](/things-to-do/private-axe-throwing-for-1-hour.a3453203.activity-details)[Albany Scavenger Hunt Interactive Walking Tour](/things-to-do/albany-scavenger-hunt-interactive-walking-tour.a50778550.activity-details)[Albany's Historic City centre Self Guided Audio Walking Tour](/things-to-do/albanys-historic-city-centre-self-guided-audio-walking-tour.a50673227.activity-details)[Self-Guided Bar Hunt: Albany's Abuzz](/things-to-do/albany-bar-hunt-albanys-abuzz.a2573561.activity-details) | | With kids | [Albany's Historic City centre Self Guided Audio Walking Tour](/things-to-do/albanys-historic-city-centre-self-guided-audio-walking-tour.a50673227.activity-details) | ## What to do in Rensselaer --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Rensselaer #### Regal East Greenbush You can take time to visit Regal East Greenbush during your travels to Rensselaer. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Regal-East-Greenbush-Rensselaer.d942319460254081024.Vacation-Attraction) #### Crailo State Historic Site You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Crailo State Historic Site during your trip to Rensselaer. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Crailo-State-Historic-Site-Rensselaer.d553248621532665300.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Rensselaer ![Albany, New York, USA Cityscape](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7366/4ffd8d26-c25d-46cc-89ba-70e8faaaaf59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Glenmont ![View of downtown Troy, New York, USA. View across the Hudson River.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183649/6a7e1d2c-50fb-4ea5-bc2f-89677710cbb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Castleton-on-Hudson ![Albany showing a lake or waterhole, heritage architecture and a fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603260/3b1a0176-4935-4670-9bc7-1fd322a74bba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Albany ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rensselaer worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Rensselaer? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Rensselaer? ### Is three days enough to stay in Rensselaer? ### Is Rensselaer a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Rensselaer with kids? > - [Albany's Historic City centre Self Guided Audio Walking Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/albanys-historic-city-centre-self-guided-audio-walking-tour.a50673227.activity-details) ### What to do in Rensselaer for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Rensselaer? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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