Such a great experience, I spend whole two days over there. If you wanna feel real fun you have to bet, I didn’t bet too much, but few dollars just for fun is ok. You can enjoy in the parks, drink and eat so many different types of food. I bought few cool souvenirs so it remains me to this cool place.

This was our second trip to Saratoga. We are on a mission to visit every major racetrack, especially the ones where Chad, Todd, and Brad race. It was a beautiful day and we got autographs and met all the trainers including Chad Brown, Linda Rice, and Jenna Antonucci. We made sure to stop by the Big Red Spring. It was disgusting, I didn't expect it to be carbonated. It tasted like carbonated metal water, RJ said it was "ok". We were told that it's an acquired taste and that it's good luck so down the hatch it went before we placed all our bets! We pretty much broke even at the end of the day so maybe it helped us a little bit, at least we weren't in the negative. Saratoga is our favorite racetrack by far. The grounds are beautiful and they have plenty of drinks and concessions all over the property. It’s always a beautiful day at Saratoga!

Saratoga Racetrack is an exciting place to visit. Racing occurs 7 weeks only. You can attend races daily, watch horses warm up, have breakfast at the Track, take a Tram ride to Clare Court to watch horses exercise to name a few activities. Food is available, parking on site for a fee. Downtown area close by. Lots of shops and restaurants. Highly recommend this place.

Saratoga is absolutely Gorgeous!!!! The races were, to say the least, EXCITING and FUN, and a wonderful place to vacation with friends and family and try your luck on the horses!!! Delicious restaurants and late night bars! We met some of the nicest people also. Sure bet on a good time for all❤️❤️❤️

If you don't like gambling don't go here. But even if you do like gambling I would suggest you limit yourself to a few dollars, certainly don't borrow money to bet here. The place is filled with rich people who seem to want to compete with each other in the display of their wealth. The horses seem to be very good and I have heard they race them here.

Easy to get in, regardless of time of day. You may have to park extremely far if you’re looking for free parking. Food options are limited to mostly warm food which on a hot day may not be desirable. Otherwise fun to watch horses race and plenty of places to stand.

Had a fabulous time! I was a bit disappointed that more people didn't "dress for the races", but it in no way diminished the fun of being there. Everyone was nice and friendly. They even have salads vs all the other fast food options normally available.

We loved the track and the grounds overall, the thing we had issues with was the 3 days in the turf terrace clubhouse. The view was spectacular, but there wasn't any room to move around. The tables were so packed together you were constantly bumping the person behind you when you tried to get up from the table, and if you were on the inside of the table, everyone had to get up and walk into the narrow aisle to let you out. It was like they crammed an extra table in each row of the seating areas. The food was decent, service was okay. Other than the over packed clubhouse, Saratoga is the one of the best tracks we've ever been to.

Great experience, I recommend doing this at least once in your life. Concession stands a great. They have so many different types of foods. I recommend reserving a table in advance in case it does rain. At least you're under some cover. The whole experience is awesome and watch the horses trot around as they warm up and you could pretty much go anywhere on the grounds. It's very laid back.

Very beautiful, enjoyed the races and walking around the grounds! Food and cocktails were surprisingly good, though a little pricey. Seats in the grand stand were comfortable and worth the additional price

Awesome location! Beautiful horses and lots of good food and drink. Recommend to make a dinner reservation well in advance if you want a nice place. General admission does not include assigned seats, but you can buy assigned seats for about $50 per person and get them underneath in case it rains.

Saratoga is a vibe of its own. The experience is enjoyable and there is something there for everyone from food to shopping to picnic tables! It pays to bring your cooler of water on the family days and your fancy hat on date days! Horses are beautiful, not my form of entertainment to watch animals run for human pleasure, but the crowd and ambiance is the draw!

Saratoga Race Course is a fun place to spend a couple hours or an entire day. One may picnic on the grounds, enjoy races from the clubhouse grandstand and roam around the area in between races. You may bring in your own food and beverages or purchase them from one of several vendors on site. The best part is seeing the magnificent thoroughbreds and the excitement of the races.

Going to the horse races in fun. You can get into the stands early and watch the jockeys exercise the horses. We also took a guided tour of the grounds. Very informative. You have to leave around 9 or so then the track officially opens for the day around 10. During this time we went across the street to the racing hall of fame museum. By the time we got finished there the track was open and full of people having a great time.

when you hear you are going tasting and to bring a cup, the last thing you think of is water. We showed up at a large beautiful park. The buildings on this complex look like the old Greek education centers. The buildings are red stone with awesome looking arches that give the illusion that they go on forever. This park has a number of different springs all with different flavors. History says it is believed that the limestone bedrock cracked and allowed the water to come up in different places through different minerals setting up their unique tastes. The Iroquois natives believed that the water had natural healing properties which was later passed down to the European settlers. Most of the water is naturally carbonated but there are at least 2 that are not if you don't like that sort of thing (like me!!!) Walking around it makes you think about how much you take water for granted. I turn on the faucet and water comes out. But that is not the way that it was for people 100 years ago. They had to search for water and know that it was healthy to drink. These special waters with their high mineral contents kill bacteria and make the water safe to drink (let's not talk about the tastes!!!). Wondering from spring to spring is like a thirsty treasure hunt, never knowing what you get until you taste it! This is an adventure that has to be tried at least once. To be on the hunt for that most basic of substances, water.

Beautiful place to come with family, dogs, alone. Trails for running, biking, and walking, places to picnic, gorgeous architecture, celebrate events. There's a creek, mineral spring geyser, just a great way to spend time out in nature.

Lived here 10 years ago for a little over a year and had no idea what this place really was. While visiting decided to actually walk around and was extremely pleased with the beauty of the park! The paths around are fantastic and offer incredible views, beware the trails can get extremely muddy. The perfect place for quiet reflection and just to enjoy the nature. Very cool to see the different springs and the way the mineral rich waters have changed the landscape. If you've got a free hour or so would recommend it!

Beautiful park in Saratoga. Park offers many different activities. Lots of walking trails and springs to see! Very cool spot to stop at as you make your way up north! Pet friendly, lots of parking, and clean restrooms. Small entry fee but worth it as park and facilities are kept very clean.

Mineral springs tasting is major part of the experience. Taking free tour at environmental center is highly recommended since guide explains what mineral content to expect from each spring. You can get some sort of hiking in Ferndell section of the park with some beautiful views of hemlocks.

Last night I wanted to Saratoga to see the grateful Dead for the last time. Last year touring it was really crowded. Took us 45 minutes to an hour to get parking and we waited in line over an hour or better. Missed 45 minutes of the first set but once we got inside they put on an excellent show. Really enjoyed myself. Very crowded and think of the sold out 40,000 or better a crowd that size. I think they need to get a little bit more staff and get their act together. Get people through the lines. I don't miss the show after spending a lot of money for the ticket and getting there

Surreally beautiful. The spring water bubbling up and out is a wild thing to witness. Some of the springs are natural water completely clean tasting, others infused with natural compounds add flavors of high iron and salt with heavy sulfuric odor. This is a beautiful place protected as a natural park removed from commercial exploitation and rightfully so.

Came here in the winter. Lots of things to see, specially the water springs. You can plan a whole day to visit here. Its better to park down by Polaris spring then it’s easier to reach to most of the spring without long hike. Spring water taste like lemonade and it’s really good.

First visit to NY. The reviews looked good so decided to visit. Definitely wasn't disappointed. The park is excellent for walking especially on a bright sunny day in February. Got to visit the spring in the centre of the park. Would highly recommend a visit. I'm sure the park looks even better in the summer but still looks good on a day where there is snow on the ground.

Beautiful park with lawn and pavilion seating. We bought our tickets online and enjoyed it so much we went to a second concert 3 weeks later. Highly recommend pavilion seats as we had thunderstorms at the last concert. Pavilion seating has its own restrooms, food and beverages.

Such a beautiful park with so much to see and explore, especially in the fall! I highly recommend it to anyone who's looking for a nice place to enjoy a picnic or if you're just looking to go for a scenic walk or hike.

They have some very great taste in water at this park. Filled up to 7 gallon containers to bring back to Niagara Falls. We will definitely be back in this park and we will definitely get some more water.

We found this stunning grove on a -1 F February day. Trekked to all corners aided by sunshine&daydreams. The park became a living de Chirico painting in grayscale.

Victoria Pool was great. Get there when it opens as there’s already a line by 10 AM & it can be tricky to get a chair. $8 cash or card. They have a cool book case with options to read if you don’t have anything. A bar with food outside, very convenient. The water is lovely. Gets a little dirty (overstuffed trash, bathrooms) by end of day but altogether a great swim with spring water and easy parking. Would definitely go back!

We only seen the exterior and did not went inside. Hall of Springs is a wedding destination. There were spas, golf, automobile museum show casing Bond cars, beautiful trails, children park.

This is an amazing space. I have to visit again when I have more time to explore. Looking at the space I tried to imagine all the people here conjugating for a spa. Left me a little puzzled.

This is a wonderful park with many places to sit for a picnic with the family. Statues, Spit and Spat, the Canfield Casino and Museum, and War Memorial are wonderful to experience in any season.

Wonderful park to chill at in warmer weather. Various fountains with both fresh and spring water. Beautiful statues, water, pavilions & paths. Great location for some lovely photo backdrops.

A lovely place, very pretty, quiet when I went, and a place I'd love to visit again. We tried out the different spring waters here. I wouldn't recommend it too much, the water at the state park just down the road is what you're looking for. All great nonetheless!

The day we were in Saratoga Springs it rained non stop. Despite the rain we still went to the park to see it. The ducks were amusing. The park is very nice with beautiful vantage points along the path. We did try the water from the 2 fountains. Can’t say I’m a fan of the flavor, but it was interesting to see.

We visited in spring and the park was incredibly lush, and well kept. There was a unique vibe about it on a Sunday. Kids can feed the ducks, safe spaces to run and there are some of Saratoga’s famous springs surrounding the park.

Congress Park is always a perfect experience. This evening was extra special because it was my birthday. We had spent the evening at a restaurant in Saratoga springs, and then enjoyed a walk in the park. I love that there are so many things to look at, including beautiful fountains and the amazingly historically preserved carousel. Spencer Trask and his family are basically the founding family for Saratoga. There is a lovely statue dedicated to their prolific giving and generous spirit. As we left the park we saw what looked like a flash mob dancing and singing. What it turned out to be was a proposal! It was an amazing experience that happens quite often in this park. It's a perfect location for those kinds of memories. The weather was perfect so it was an amazing walk in the park and a perfect moon for a perfect ending to a perfect evening with my perfect love of my life. Happy Birthday to me! I'm a very lucky person.

Date of visit: Saturday July 8th Gorgeous park with a Carousel Our first stop in Saratoga Springs was to the Visitor information centre (across the street from Congress Park), and the lovely ladies there advised us to check out the Park. We checked it out right away. The park is gorgeous, well landscaped, beautiful gated entrance. The park has a lovely walking trail to explore it all. There are a number of sculptures, ponds, and a creek running through it. The main attraction is the Spring water fountains that many tourists come to to try the natural spring water that the city is famous for. There is a carousel within the park that was carved by Marcus Charles Illinois. As avid lovers of carousels, we wanted to take a ride, but the carousel is cash only and we didn’t have any cash on us. Plan to bring cash if you visit so you can ride the carousel. The Italian Gardens at one end are beautiful and have a number of statues. There are bird houses throughout the park. This is a gorgeous first stop when you visit Saratoga, but don’t forget to check out the Saratoga Springs History Museum on property as well. This park would also be a great location to enjoy a picnic lunch. There is parking inside the park – but it is limited and very tightly monitored. If you park in a spot that is not authorized you will get a ticket within minutes of parking.

Such a beautiful park with rich history, it makes for the perfect early morning walk or afternoon stroll. I definitely recommend taking a rest on one of the many benches in the park so you can relax and take in all the beauty it has to offer!

Great place to sit and rest the legs after walking the main strip in Saratoga Springs. What a happy home for a flock of black ducks! The fountains offer plentiful habitat for these waterfowl, but they seem to enjoy human company more than you would expect. One duck was very interested in my camera! If you’re into close encounters with the avian kind, this is the place to be.

Congress Park in Saratoga Springs is a delightful urban oasis that seamlessly blends history, natural beauty, and recreational activities. Strolling through the park's manicured gardens and tree-lined paths is a serene experience, providing a respite from the bustling city. The picturesque lake, adorned with elegant fountains and charming swan boats, adds a touch of whimsy. The park's historic landmarks, such as the Canfield Casino and the War Memorial, lend a sense of grandeur and cultural significance. With ample green spaces for picnics, a delightful carousel, and a charming pavilion, Congress Park offers something for everyone, making it a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike.

We went here the other day enjoyed walking around in the history in the park, reading all the signs looking at all the statues

What a lovely park. Right off Broadway, beautiful and peaceful. Lots of cute baby ducks! I even saw a yellow one zoomin hard in that pond & a couple I met said there are never yellow ones! Lots of mineral water spring fountains to check out, a carousel, benches, etc. Meander over to Caroline street for a drink after :) just lovely at dusk!

We’re so lucky to have grown up here and have such a phenomenal venue to see various artist perform live. We have seen so many top music acts as well as the New York City Ballet and Philadelphia philharmonic. The facility has been upgraded over the years to where now one can purchase super yummy food, wonderful alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages, fantastic coffee, high quality ice cream and pop corn. The lavatories to relieve one Self have been upgraded tremendously as well. And there is a good amount of security to make sure things don’t get crazy like they did years ago. I can not recommend this facility highly enough.

Saw a great show from the first row of the balcony. Fantastic venue for a show…took a walk on the lawn to see what the perspective was from the General Admission seats & large video screens detail the stage(which can still be seen from the lawn area)….packed crowd. Saw the Cold War Kids open up for Tears for Fears & loved it! Definitely recommend this venue, which is connected to a state park with an automobile museum, a pool, golf course, & park.

Went down for the Phish flood show. It was amazing. Showed up Friday and was raining non-stop until the show. Had general admission tickets, everything was just super wet but it is what it is. Had an amazing time on the yard. Good people everywhere. Saturday night got there early and made a direct path to general admission down by the fence. Had a super amazing spot right in the corner. Staff was super friendly. Waiting staff wanted to sell you drinks and whatever else you needed. The staff that worked there were amazing too. Watching them deal with the people was funny at times. The old ladies were so nice and friendly. Can't wait for another show.

Nice venue. We sat near the stage and it was really cool. The sound seemed better up near the lawn, but you can't beat the view and the shade of the seats. It has a nice park with good food vendors and cocktails, and a nice Pavillion with seats for the show

Large venue with quality sound and good seating. The only negative thing to say is regarding lawn seats. You have no view of the stage and need to wait until dark to view monitors. A good selection of beverages that come at a cost. This was the first time I was seated in the balcony row A. I had a full view and loved my latest experience there with the Outlaw Music Festival 🎶

We had so much fun here. This place is beautiful!!!!! Had a few strange encounters walking around the trails and parking lots surrounding the venue, but just be aware of what's happening around you, and you will be fine. The venue is very unique!!! Lawn was extremely over sold!!!! Venue employees here were a major pain as far as getting us all parked Friday night/ Saturday morning for Dead and Co shakedown. Like I said for other venues. You can't claim you didn't know we were coming. BIG THANK YOU to the local pd for telling the Live Nation employee guarding the gate at 2am to f-off, and let us all in. Once we all got in, it was an absolutely awesome few days. Thank you for having us all.

It was a great concert venue! Love the open space! Seats were comfortable, and ushers were helpful. Staff at concession stands were friendly and helpful as well. Security was a bit of a pain, because I was told that my small purse was too big to bring in. But later on, I saw people with bigger bags and purses on the premises. Parking was a mess. I little more help with visual aid to show where people need to go depending on what parking permit they have would be helpful. I wasted quite a bit of time waiting in line when I didn't need to be. But overall, the evening was spectacular, and a great venue for performances!

Went there for the Dead and Company concert on June 18th 2023. The place was beautiful. Was not what I was expecting for a concert venue. It was set in a state park and was like a giant college campus with buildings and open grass areas. Very nice. Then the actual concert venue is inside the park. And it seemed very new like it was upgraded. So. We had VIP tickets and that gave us access to the VIP entrance and lounge & parking. But we walked around the whole area and saw everything. Nice woodsy setting. Streams along trails that go from parking area to parking area. Lounge was great had never been in a VIP lounge before and it was great. 65$ for 2 drinks though, so be prepared. But nice bathrooms etc. That’s what wife was happy about. So we made our way to the seats they were VIP box seats so we had a waitress(which blew my mind) and was like 20 rows from the stage. But they seemed to not enforce the no one in the isles like other venues I’ve been to in the past. People were just pushing forward in the isles which I’m sure they weren’t even supposed to be in the area. And our box had like 6/8 seats in it but people kept coming in and just standing there causing us to be cramped and awkward. Usually in the past the security is tight on that stuff and just seemed to be overlooked for some reason. Seemed like they had over sold the concert cause the lawn area was jammed with loads of people glad I wasn’t on the lawn. But was a great experience and beautiful place.

Great venue... highly impressed with our seats in section 11. DMB never disappoints either.. The parking situation was well managed and despite the thousands of vehicles present, the flow of traffic was efficient and well run. Lots of employees and attendants available to help guide and direct patrons. Can't wait to go back!

Would absolutely come back here for a concert. Everything from security, to vendors, to ushers were like a well oiled machine. We sat in seats near stage but I could see how even the lawn was excellent seats. They have little seating areas away from the crowds. The drink options were fun and shareable. My favorite part was that the womens bathroom never had more than a few minute wait as they had an attendant calling out open stall numbers and handing out paper towels for hand drying. I've never been to a venue where the bathroom was not torture for women. So much to do in the area that was fun to do you could come up a few days before or stay after the concert.

Absolutely lovely place to spend time in for a concert… acoustics are sound! Overwhelmingly good vibes for this Band however over sold lawn tickets made it impossible to feel upfront… thx god for White Boards! Lol

SPAC is the greatest venue to see and hear live music. Set in Saratoga State Park, the views and trees and landscape is beautiful. I have probably seen over 50 concerts over the past 50 years, ranging from the philharmonic to the nyc ballet to rock bands including Sting, Steely Dan, The Doobie Brothers, Train, Govt Mule, The Black Keys, Imagine Dragons and many many more. The Lawn Pass is the best ticket around, and once in a while, I splurge for an indoor ticket. Looking forward to Guns and Roses Sept 1, 2023.

Really fantastic concert venue. Sound is great, which is what you would expect for an amphitheatre. Staff is very welcoming and nice. They serve liquid death as water, which is always a plus. Lots of food options too. SPAC is a great venue that should emulated more across North America!

SPAC is a phenomenal place to watch any concert. Great venue with solid accommodations. Definitely gives you a feeling of a very intimate experience.

Nice, clean venue with great sound. I'd give it 5 stars, but the lawn is a little steep. It felt like I was standing on a roof while enjoying the show. Other than that, it was a good time. There's plenty of bathrooms and vending throughout the venue, and good selections for foods and drinks.

Beautiful venue, great sound, only downside is the obstruction of view but it’s because of the upper pavilion. Design flaw, but makes up for it in sound and ambiance. Truly beautiful place and have shared many good times with friends here.

The venue, crowd, and staff were very lovely. Had lawn seats both nights. The view of the stage was a bit obstructed in certain areas, best spot would possibly be middle of the lawn areas. Bringing your own lawn seats was allowed. Parking was nice as well easy in and out. Bring a grill some food and just hang out for a bit before the show. Would go back again. (Traveled from Illinois)

Good times. Unique and beautiful grounds. If you enjoy the artist greatly, spring for inside seats. Grounds, morphed greatly over the years. Can rent chairs. Clean bathrooms and extra porta-johns. Fun food options. Lots of choices. Some vendor tents will keep you occupied in the early hours. Very open. Screens could definitely be bigger. Lawn can be steep. If wet, drainage could use a little help so watch out for puddles. Could use some gravel fill. Either leave early or pay for premier parking. Or cool out waiting to get out.

Such a beautiful, serene place to visit. I love the history of this property, and I love that this space is available to visit (for free!) where you can relax and enjoy the gardens. If you want a guided garden tour, it's $10 per person and the proceeds goes directly back to the org maintaining the gardens, which are comprised of volunteers. The tour guide is very knowledgeable about Yaddo and the property's rich history and loves answering questions 😀 Some tips: bring your preferred bug repellant if visiting in the summer, don't wear sandals (😑) since there are no paved paths. The only thing that I hope can be improved in the future is handicap access. Wheelchairs or motorized carts would have a difficult time here.

Gardens open promptly at 11 and there’s a small parking area to access them. The rose garden is lovely with fountains, and when I was there the fountains and pools at the rock garden were empty. Still a lovely little stop- only took about 20 minutes to see the whole thing.

The gardens we saw, were beautiful. The "your guide" was knowledgeable, but tried too hard to be funny, and just came off as annoying instead. We went for an event labeled as"Haunted Yaddo Gardens" tour, and there really wasn't anything very "haunted" or "spooky" about it. IMO, just a way to try to drum up money, during the Halloween season, since it was a $10 admission fee. Then, after mentioning a few benefactors, and how a few people had left the Corporation money and houses in their wills, she wasn't hesitant to tell everyone that donations were always greatly appreciated, as the tour was ending. Also, the coordination of the parking situation, was VERY poorly handled. I might go for a tour of the gardens during the Summer, because they ARE beautiful, but that is about the only draw that I can see.

Nice quiet place to visit ...open to the public. This is an excellent place to go to take pics, or visit the rose gardens and think about victorian times

Beautiful flowers, walking paths, and fountain. Free to park and visit. I love that they are dog friendly! Great place to visit and bring your kids.

It was very early in the spring. The locals said winter lasted until just last week. I would like to come back when the roses are in their splender.

What used to be something meant to be enjoyed by the public has turned into a place that continuously shuts you out. The hours are slashed, tours are not offered and there is little to no communication as to why. Way to thank the public that has supported and admired the gardens for so many years.

Pretty gardens and interesting place. Nice and tranquil but very mosquito heavy in the summer

A beautiful walk with the family. Fresh air and an easy walk. Hundreds of flowers.

Exceeded our expectations. Thought it would be a quick visit but we ended up spending 3 hours here. Beautiful and interactive facility full of beautiful art, trophies, and memorabilia. Super helpful and friendly staff, too! Highly recommend.

The National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame is a great museum that documents the history and thrill of horse racing in the United States. It is located in Saratoga because Saratoga has the oldest horse racing track in the nation. The museum consists of a few galleries and each one has unique artifacts and memorabilia. It should appeal to both a major horse racing fan and those who have only a slight interest in it. The museum’s movie on the thrill of horse racing is a must see. The film is narrated by Bob Costas and will give a feel for what you’re about to see in the museum. Be sure to see the Triple Crown Trophy near the front of the museum. Go through the starting gate they have and learn about the early history of horse racing in the US. Perhaps, some of the most unique displays are the chairs and scales they used for weighing jockeys. Along with this jockey silks from throughout the history of horse racing are along the walls. Also, the origin of the horse racing “purse” is explained. Currently, they have an exhibit on Triple Crown winner Secretariat. Lots to see in this display. A statue of Secretariat can be seen in the middle of the museum as well. Outside of the museum is a well put together display of jockey statues. The gift shop is well stocked and you can go there without purchasing a ticket to the museum. Not sure if the museum has more attendance during the racing season, but during the offseason only a few people were there. Stop by to see the museum when visiting Saratoga.

I'm not a big horse race guy but I totally enjoyed it and went 2x so far. The movie was very cool. Staff was awesome and so nice. My 2 boys 9 and 15 both also had a good experience. I say on average will be a 2hr time.

Fantastic experience right across from the Saratoga Springs race track! In depth displays, tons of awards and trophies. Lots to see. I loved all the statues of jockeys with their silks.

A really nicely done museum of all things thoroughbred horse racing. Admission for adults is $30 but they offer discounts to students, teachers, military, and others which the folks at the box office let us know about without even asking. There is a ~15min video that you really should not skip. The presentation of the video is interesting and the content was engaging. As for the museum itself, lots of thoroughbred racing memorabilia, sculptures, and plenty of interactive displays. It's relatively small but they pack quite a bit in there. You could rush through it in less than an hour, but if you take your time you can easily spend 2-3 hours

This museum is were you go while you're waiting for the horse tract to open. You will learn pretty much everything you need to know about the Saratoga track and horse racing that is worth knowing.

We all loved talking with Bill, he was very knowledgeable and fun to talk with. It was our first time to visit the museum and it was very impressive. The Hall of Fame movie room was awesome, and after the show they had interactive screens where you could look up anything about any horse, jockey, trainer or anyone else that was nominated to the hall of fame.

This was my favorite museum in Saratoga! The movie theater is amazing. You have to see the 16 minute film! It’s an experience not to be missed. The museum staff are all very helpful, engaging, and friendly. They will guide you around if you would like. I even saw one helping to jump a visitors car in the lot. Outside the museum is a beautiful little garden with fountain. There’s also a neat row of jockey statues. Inside the museum you will see the history from colonial days to the present. There’s even a kids, hands on, area for playing where they can groom a horse, wear racing silks and ride a pretend horse and more. The museum is around the corner from the training grounds for the track where you can watch them practice early in the morning.

Great museum. I wish the Hall of Fame section had more, but chalk full of information and provides a wealth of info on the rich history of horse racing on the US going all the way back to colonial times. When I went, they had an extra exhibit to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Secretariat's triple crown win, which was enjoyable. Overall, I recommend stopping down, especially if you are going to visit the track, which is just a short walk away!

Great museum honoring horse racing legends and its history. Very helpful and friendly staffs. Located across from Saratoga Race Track. Very easy to find and to get to. Lots of exhibits of history of racing. The hall of fame has a great short film. A lot of hands on displays and areas for kids. Great place for families with kids! A must stop when visiting Saratoga Springs.

I was in town visiting the sites and just came here on a whim. I went in knowing nothing about horse racing. This place was a highlight of my trip. The staff was welcoming and helpful. Bill was the best at explaining and making sure I didn't miss anything. The new film and theater presentation was top notch! I was so impressed. I've never seen any of the trophies before and was cool to see the different types including the various triple crowns! Bill also gave me some cool info on the racecourse and the upcoming events. I have a new found respect and understanding for the sport and it's history. Thanks guys.

I have no interest in horse racing, but after visiting this Museum during their kids' day I must say I am very impressed! The museum is bright and cheerful, with attractive exhibits that are of interest to kids and adults alike. The building's architecture assists with the enjoyment of the exhibits. There is an entire kids area devoted to horseplay, so to speak :-) but there are also dedicated days where kids visit for free, they have crafts and snacks, and you can even meet a real life horse! I enjoyed my time here and will be visiting again.

This museum is amazing. The staff are all wonderful and friendly. They let me in the building a little early when I biked there in the rain! The race riding simulator was fantastic-- the closest most of us will ever get to being a jockey in a race!! Their collection is awesome too. If you're at all a fan of horses or racing this is a must see. Loved seeing all the photos of the trainers, grooms, jockeys doing it all for the love of the horse.