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The World’s 100 Best Rest Stops

Capital Region Welcome Center

Hannacroix, United States

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST REST STOPS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 80 2026
Capital Region Welcome Center

A New York State welcome center on I-87 near Albany, housed in a Dutch-inspired building with state tourism kiosks and displays. The restrooms are clean, and the Taste NY market sells New York-made goods.

Highlights

  • Dutch-inspired architecture, Saratoga-themed entryways
  • Taste NY market, local cheeses
  • Clean, spacious restrooms

Good to know

  • Northbound on I-87 (NY Thruway) near New Baltimore
  • Ample parking
  • Fast chargers, one out of order

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