Troy RiverSpark Visitor's Center 251 River Street, Troy, NY 12180, 518-270-8210, Find bicycle rentals and group tours of the labor and industry museum, plus the staff will show you where you can visit the plentiful landmarks from that industrial heyday and guide you to Troy's unique shops, excellent restaurants, renowned cultural attractions, and impressive historic architecture.  more... 

Uncle Sam's Grave 10 First Street, Troy, NY 12180, 518-272-7520, This unusual attraction is the final resting place ofSam Wilson, a local meet packer, who supplied beef to the U.S. Army in the War of 1812.

Rensselaer County Historical Museum 59 Second Street, Troy, NY 12180, 518-272-7232, A museum of Rensselaer County history with over 40,000 artifacts and related materials. They have a large research library with photographs, genealogical materials, church, business and civic organization records. Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 12-5, closed major holidays and December 24-January 31.  more... 

Captain JP Cruise Line 278 River Street, Troy, NY 12180, 518-270-1901, Enjoy a cruise on this triple deck, 600 passenger MS paddlewheeler. Lunch and dinner cruises along the Hudson are also available. 

Collar City Charters 427 River Street, Troy, NY 12181, Troy Town Dock & Marina, 518-272-5341, Enjoy a cruise on one of the 41 foot canal boats departing from Troy, NY. 

Gateway Tours Polk Street, Troy, NY 12180, 518-274-5267, Guided tours and cruises interpret the 19th century industurial and architectural history around the Hudson. more...