Saratoga Springs Attractions
With its handsome 19th c. spa facilities (in Saratogo State Park) and other amenities Saratoga Springs, north of Albany on I 87, is a very fashionable resort. During the high season (June to August) there are race meetings, and leading dramatic companies from New York and Philadelphia put on shows in the Saratoga Performing Arts Center.
The town features over 1,000 examples of Victorian architecture in eight historic districts. As a resort area, it is gaining popularity as a sports and convention center. Harness racing and polo are popular activities.
The town features over 1,000 examples of Victorian architecture in eight historic districts. As a resort area, it is gaining popularity as a sports and convention center. Harness racing and polo are popular activities.
Congress Park
Congress Park features an Italian sculpture garden and sculptures by Daniel Chester French. The Walworth Memorial Museum presents the story of a Saratoga family whose family members include authors, lawyers and a murderer.
Lake George Opera Festival
The Lake George Opera Festival runs from late June through early July and features performances at the Spa Little Theatre. Concerts are also included each season.
Lake George Opera Festival
480 Broadway, Suite LL 16
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
United States
480 Broadway, Suite LL 16
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
United States
Phone 1 (518) 584-6018
Fax 1 (518) 584-6775
National Museum of Dance
Professional dance exhibits are on display with an emphasis on the Dance Hall of Fame. Dance classes can also be observed.
All values are in United States Dollars
National Museum of Dance
99 South Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866-4501
United States
99 South Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866-4501
United States
Phone 1 (518) 584-2225
Fax 1 (518) 584-4515
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Always closed on:
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
| Adult | $ 6.50 |
| Students | $ 5.00 |
| Senior | $ 5.00 |
| Child 12 & under | $ 3.00 |
| Child 3 & under | FREE |
National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
The National Museum of Racing in Saratoga Springs presents thoroughbred racing - past, present and future - through paintings, sculptures, photographs, and videotapes. The Hall of Fame honors horses, jockeys and trainers.
All values are in United States Dollars
National Museum of Racing
191 Union Avenue
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866-3566
United States
191 Union Avenue
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866-3566
United States
Phone 1 (518) 584-0400
Fax 1 (518) 584-4574
Hours
January 2 to March 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
April 1 to December 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
| Adult | $ 7.00 |
| Students | $ 5.00 |
| Senior over 55 | $ 5.00 |
| Child 5 & under | FREE |
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Wheelchair loan or rental
Saratoga Spa State Park
The Saratoga Spa State Park has many recreational attractions that include two golf courses, an Olympic-sized pool complex, multi-use trails, performing arts center, museum, tennis courts, fishing opportunities, ice skating and ice hockey rinks.
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