Historic Saratoga Springs Race Track: was the first organized Thoroughbred horse racing track to open in the United States in 1863 making it the oldest horse racing track, and perhaps the oldest sporting venue in the nation. Breakfast on the Porch of the Clubhouse each racing day you can enjoy the popular buffet breakfast “on the porch” from 7 to 9:30 am. Dine al fresco trackside while watching the horses work out! This must be experienced!

Mineral Springs in Saratoga Springs: In the 1790s, there was only one reason to visit Saratoga; the use of the mineral waters—either drinking for internal illness or bathing for skin maladies. Visit the 21 public mineral springs throughout Saratoga, most are naturally carbonated, and each spring has its own unique mineral flavor profile. Learn about President Franklin Roosevelt's visionary act to preserve the Saratoga Springs. 

Saratoga Spa State Park: 518.584.2535. A National Historic Landmark distinguished by its classical architecture. See the Gideon Putnam Resort and Roosevelt Baths and Spa – hike along Geyser Creek Trail featuring two signature springs. 

The Saratoga Automobile Museum: 518.587.1935. Located in the Saratoga Spa State Park; offers a wide range of public programs, events, exhibition talks and gallery tours throughout the year.

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Saratoga National Historical Park: Stillwater, New York, 518.670.2985. Visit the Battlefield, Schuyler House, Victory Woods and Saratoga Monument all set on 3,394 acres! And the park is within the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor – see their website for more information.

Ulysses S. Grant Cottage National Historic Landmark: 518.584.4453. Just 9 miles from downtown Saratoga Springs, see where President Grant, our eighteenth president, spent his final days in 1865 finishing his memoirs. Visit the other eight museums in the area.

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Skidmore College: A beautiful walking campus with more than 1,000 tree-lined acres and 2,500 students from 40 states and 70 countries. The art galleries are particularly interesting: the Tang Museum, the Schick Art Gallery, the Case Center Gallery and the walls of the Saisselin Art Building, the Studio Art program provides ample opportunity for the exhibition of student artwork.

Call first to see what’s on exhibition. 

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The New York State Military Museum: Tells the story of New York State’s rich military history. The museum houses over 25,000 artifacts dating from the Revolutionary War—artifacts include uniforms and accoutrements, weapons, battlefield souvenirs and fine art. The museum also owns the largest collection of state battle flags in the country and the largest collection of Civil War flags in the world, with over 1,800 flags in the collection—60% from the Civil War. 

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Dining in Saratoga

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Osteria Danny: 518.423.7022 – At Osteria Danny, they have three menus that change with chef’s mood, the seasons and the ingredients that are available—New, Old and Simple. And, with the proper notice their team is happy accommodate special requests. You’ll have to travel to Italy to get better Italian food! In fact, each year, The University of Gastronomic Sciences (UNISG) invites 25 guest chefs from around the world who practice the Slow Food philosophy of good, clean, and fair food to visit the campus and prepare lunch for students and university staff. Danny was the only chef from the United States to be featured at the University in 2018!

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15 Church: 518.587.1515 – Church is a beautifully restored historic building located in the heart of Saratoga Springs. Seafood flown in fresh daily, and the very best USDA prime aged beef are highlighted in an imaginative menu artfully mixing the classic and exotic, served with style in a comfortable yet elegant dining room. And, to give you a better idea; Monterey Abalone Company is a new addition to their arsenal of purveyors—they actually sell abalone, but they also harvest other very cool Pacific Ocean offerings, such as a multitude of seaweeds! Certainly, one of the best restaurants in Saratoga! 

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Taverna Novo: 518-886-1680 – Just off the beaten path on Beekman Street, yet still walkable from Broadway, is definitely worth the stroll. We just love this adorable place. Authentic Italian cuisine with a true wood fired pizza oven. Everything we’ve had here was exceptional—and, they have an award-winning wine list.

 

Solevo Kitchen: 518.450.7094 – Off-Broadway on Phila Street in the heart of Saratoga, Solevo was voted Upstate New York’s Best New Restaurant 2019. Solevo, is old school Italian cuisine with a chic upscale vibe. We met Ronny, the chef, owner and fourth generation restauranteur, but the restaurant is operated by the entire family. We also had a nice long conversation with Ronny’s mom on our first visit, Nancy, and learned the family is from Connecticut, another common thread. But the best thing is having Sunday dinner at 3:00PM, then afterward, walking Broadway and the Saratoga side streets—it’s the perfect digestif.    

 

Hattie’s Restaurant: 518.584.4790 – Hattie’s makes the best fried chicken but get there early or you’ll stand in line waiting for a table—it’s that good! Since it opened in 1938, “Hattie’s” and “Saratoga Springs” are often mentioned in the same breath. Hattie’s has served fine Southern and Louisiana cuisine in a friendly, down-home atmosphere for close to 80 years.

Seneca Restaurant: 518.430.2045 – Classic techniques, local twists… the chef, is a CIA graduate with a fine dining background and a deep love for fresh, local ingredients. The open kitchen allows diners to see Seneca’s talented staff expertly manning the wood-fired grill on which many of his original recipes are centered. Each season, Chief Mike relishes the opportunity to revisit the Seneca menu, creating unique twists using traditional techniques and local ingredients for inspired dishes that make both regulars and first-timers feel at home. 

Max London’s Restaurant: 518.587.0505 – in the heart of Saratoga, and right on Broadway, is the quintessential meeting place for lunch, with an exceptional bar and restaurant menus. Although, having never dined here for dinner the menu looks fabulous. We love it here!

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