Home of the famous Saratoga Race Track, Saratoga Springs is just south of the beautiful Adirondacks on I-87 in eastern New York. A small town of fine restaurants, great bars and many cultural attractions, Saratoga Springs is not only popular with resident New Yorkers, but it’s also a favorite haunt with tourists from all over.
Although having some historical significance, with a key battle in the Revolution War having happened nearby, most people come here for the horse racing and to get away from it all. You can get about downtown to shop and dine easily enough on foot, yet you’d need to rent a car to visit the Saratoga Race Track.
The main thoroughfare in downtown Saratoga Springs is Broadway and this is where you’ll find the majority of the fancy shops and ubiquitous Irish pubs. There are also a number of fine wineries here as well as some of the best restaurants upstate. Accommodation options are numerous and reasonably priced.
Highlights
National Museum of Racing and Thoroughbred Hall of Fame: learn all about the history of thoroughbred racing in Saratoga through hands-on exhibits, art, and rare memorabilia.
Saratoga Race Track: the main race at this famous track is the Travers, although big races happen all through the July to September racing season.
Saratoga Springs History Museum: learn all about Saratoga Springs in this delightful museum which is housed in the 19th century Canfield Casino building.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center: delightful summer home of the New York City Ballet and Philadelphia Orchestra located on the avenue of the Pines.
Saratoga Lake: water sports enthusiast and fishermen head here in their droves throughout the year for its public boat launch and private marinas.
Saratoga Spa State Park: the year-round resort features mineral baths, swimming pools, golf courses, tennis courts, and lots of hiking opportunities.