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Best Things to Do in Saratoga Springs, NY with Kids
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items Is Saratoga Springs, NY kid-friendly? Absolutely. Beyond the historic racetrack and mineral springs, Saratoga is packed with incredible parks, interactive museums, and spots tailored just for families. Whether you are planning a weekend getaway or a ...
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Saratoga Springs, NY Museums for Kids
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Saratoga Race Course for Kids
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Saratoga Springs, NY Museums for Kids
Hands-On Learning & Interactive Play for curious kids. Forget quiet galleries and "don't touch" signs. These local favorites are built for active minds.
The Children's Museum in the Saratoga Spa State Park offers exhibits and activities that foster learning through play.
The Children’s Museum at Saratoga
Located in the Spa State Park, the Automobile Museum is perfect for little motorheads. Check out their new racing simulator..
Saratoga Automobile Museum
Hands-on learning about horses and horse racing at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame.
HorsePlay! Interactive Gallery | National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
The Tang Museum on the Skidmore campus offers family Saturdays where children will learn creative cooperation with a hands-on art project.
Schools and libraries - Tang Teaching Museum
Old Friends at Cabin Creek is “a living museum of horse racing." Head to the thoroughbred retirement farm in nearby Greenfield for a tour to meet the guys. It is an amazing experience!
Old Friends at Cabin Creek
Incredible Parks
Wide-Open Spaces & Classic Carousels. When the kids need room to run, Saratoga delivers. Discover beautiful historic parks right downtown, hidden wood-carved carousels, and miles of easy, family-friendly walking and biking trails.
Take a stroll in beautiful Congress Park in downtown Saratoga. Ride the historic carousel.
Congress Park in Saratoga Springs, NY
The Saratoga State Park is incredibly beautiful. Tall trees and hiking trails. Picnic benches. Mineral springs. Don't miss the geyser!
Geyser Island Spouter: Mineral Spring in Saratoga Springs, NY
Picnic on the shore of Saratoga Lake at Waterfront Park.
Waterfront Park on Saratoga Lake | Saratoga Springs, NY
Saratoga Race Course for Kids
Saratoga Race Course is very family friendly. From morning tram tours and breakfast by the rail to a spacious, shaded backyard playground, here is how to tackle the track like a pro with the whole family. The track even has a special Family area and ...
Kids 12 and under get free admission to the Saratoga Race Course. There's a Family Zone and a Kids Club (register in advance)
NYRA STAR | Free Kids Program For Horse Lovers
Skip the crowded afternoon grandstands and bring the family early in the morning during the summer meet to watch the thoroughbreds do their morning workouts. Take a free 45-minute tram tour through the stable area where kids can see the barns up clos...
Breakfast and Backstretch Tram Tour at Saratoga Race Course
Take a guided walking tour of Saratoga Race Course to learn more about the historic facility and traditions like the painted canoe in the infield. Tours depart every half hour from 9:00am - 3:30pm most race days. Meet at the 1st floor of the grandsta...
Saratoga Race Course Walking Tour
For tips on ticket, seating, and dining options, check out our dedicated guide to the planning the perfect day at Saratoga Race Course.
Saratoga Race Course: Our Tips for the Best Ticket Options for Your Perfect Race Day Experience
More Activities
Looking for even more ways to fill your itinerary? Check out these local favorites and hidden gems
Kayak in the calm waters of Fish Creek, near Saratoga Lake.
Kayak Shak
Take a 90 minute sunset ride around beautiful Saratoga Lake.
Saratoga Lake Cruises
A unique mini golf course themed around the health, history, and horses that Saratoga is famous for.
Olde Saratoga Miniature Golf
Take a quick trip down to Malta and a trip back in time. Visit the Malta drive-in. There's nothing like a summer evening watching the big outdoor screen.
Malta Drive-In Theatre - Malta, NY
During July and August, pick blueberries at Winney's Bacon Hill Blueberries in nearby Schuylerville.
Winney's Blueberry Farm (Bacon Hill Blueberries) - Schuylerville, NY