Is Saratoga Springs, NY Kid-friendly? Absolutely. Here are some of our top picks for family-friendly activities. This list contains affiliate links. If you click on one and make a purchase, we may receive a commission, without any extra charge to you.
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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
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
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
Picnic on the shore of Saratoga Lake at Waterfront Park.
Waterfront Park on Saratoga Lake | Saratoga Springs, NY
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
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
During July and August, pick blueberries at Winney's Bacon Hill Blueberries in nearby Schuylerville.
Winney's Blueberry Farm (Bacon Hill Blueberries) - Schuylerville, NY
