New York Travel Guide
Capital-Saratoga
By the editoris of Kaboose.com, with Margaret Soria
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This capital region is home to the historic Capitol in Albany and the elegant Saratoga Racehorse. Known for its diversity, the family can enjoy Broadway shows, antiquing, polo, water sports, national historic sites, and other cultural activities.
Celebrate rural America in this region by touring the patchwork-quilted landscape that folk-artist Grandma Moses captured on canvas. Each bend in the road frames a picturesque scene with covered bridges, woodlands, farms, or church steeples against a bright blue sky. You can stroll through Schenectady's Stockade, a Dutch Village settled some 300 years ago. Take a scenic bike ride or hike along a lovely riverside path.
Where to Stay
The Saratoga Hilton
534 Broadway
Saratoga, NY 12866
Phone: 888-866-3591
The Saratoga Hilton is located along Broadway in the middle of downtown Saratoga Springs. It is also within walking distance of 50 restaurants, cafes, and shopping. Some amenities include an onsite restaurant and lounge, heated indoor pool, fitness center, and wireless internet access.
Days Inn Schenectady
167 Nott Terrance
Schenectady, NY 12308
Phone: 518-370-3297
It is located right off the I-90, exit 25. Nearby restaurants include Friendly’s, Manhattan Exchange, and Bambino’s. Some amenities include complimentary breakfast, free wireless internet, guest laundry, Jacuzzi rooms, cable TV, free local calls, and free parking.
CrestHill Suites
1415 Washington Ave.
Albany, NY 12206
Phone: 518-454-0007
CrestHill Suites is located in the heart of Albany. Local attractions include the Henry Hudson Planetarium, Albany Institute of History & Art, and the USS Slater Hudson River. Some amenities include local shuttle service, daily housekeeping, fitness center, courtyard with pool, grocery shopping service, and free guest laundry. Pets are allowed.
What to Do
Moreau Lake State Park
605 Old Saratoga Road
Gansevoort, NY 12831
Phone: 518-793-0511
It is a wooded, quiet, secluded park. Tent and trailer sites available on premises. You will find a sandy beach, nature/hiking trails, and boating and fishing opportunities. It is close to the Saratoga Spring and Lake George areas. In the winter go ice skiing and ice fishing.
Schenectady Museum
15 Nott Terrace Heights
Schenectady, NY 12308
Phone: 518-382-7890
The Schenectady Museum & Suits-Bueche Planetarium is a place where your children can learn about science, innovation, and imagination. Located near Albany and Saratoga, the museum offers numerous exhibits, including: FETCH! Lab, Inside Out: MRI and You, and Power House. They explore Saratoga’s heritage with their interactive exhibits, and a thrill for all families. Don’t forget to bring the kids to the Planeterium to catch a show, or see the GOTO Star Machine, one of only 12 in the country.
Adirondack Animal Land
3554 State Highway 30
Gloversville, NY 12078
Phone: 518-883-5748
The Adirondack Animal Land, the largest zoo in upstate NY, is located in the Adirondack Mountains, near Sacandaga Lake. It is an 80-acre zoo and wildlife park that is only minutes north of Route 30 on the NYS Thruway. Your kids will love seeing the more than 500 animals, and can take an adventure to Africa by visiting the 45 acre safari ride.
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