Saratoga Springs, New York

Saratoga Springs is best known for its thoroughbred racing heritage.  As a tribute to the history of this small town, numerous statues of horses have been erected on the sidewalks in the downtown area.  Saratoga Race Course, opened in 1863, claims to be America’s oldest continually operating track.  The track holds a summer meet lasting approximately six weeks, from late July to Labor Day, every day but Tuesdays. The track season sees a dramatic influx of people into the city. Hotels fill to capacity, and many Saratogians rent out their homes.  The Saratoga Performing Arts Center (known by its acronym "SPAC," rhymes with "track") is a covered outdoor amphitheater located on the grounds of the Saratoga Spa State Park.  Skidmore College, with an enrollment of 2,500 students, is located in the north end of town.  The town is named for the legendary healing benefits of its spring water.  Saratoga Springs contains an impressive array of 6 historic districts.  EARNS OUR HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION.