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General Information Saratoga Springs
In Saratoga Springs, nearby activities National Museum of Racing & Hall of Fame Saratoga Race Course - New York Racing Association Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC)
Around the Gideon Putnam Conference Center The Gideon Putnam is located in the center of the historic 2200-acre Saratoga Spa State Park. A wide variety of activities are available year round in the park. The Park features a beautiful 18-hole championship golf course and a par three executive course, the Lincoln Mineral Bath and Spa, the new Saratoga Auto Museum, Hall of Springs, Little Theatre, Dance Museum and Saratoga Performing Arts Center. In addition to golf, summer, spring and fall offer 8 tennis courts, jogging, bicycling, volleyball, softball and hiking the nature trails. Picnic pavilions in the park are available and bicycles can be rented on property. The natural geysers can be easily seen walking through the park. Summertime brings swimming in the 2 outdoor Olympic-size pools. Or just a short walk from the hotel, in the heart of the park, is the world renowned Saratoga Performing Arts Center, the summer home to the New York City Ballet and The Philadelphia Orchestra, the Saratoga Jazz Festival, and a full slate of concerts by popular artists.
In Saratoga Springs, nearby activities, attractions and points of interest National Museum of Dance.99 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. 518. 584.2225. This is the only museum in the country devoted to American Professional Dance. Open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, Tuesday through Sunday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the Museum's web site at www.dancemuseum.org National Museum of Racing & Hall of Fame. Union Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. 518.584.0400. Here you can trace the history and adventure of the Thoroughbred from 17th & 18th century racing in New York to the present day scene! For more information visit the Museum's web site at www.racingmuseum.org 65 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. 518. 583.2880. Saratoga Springs has always been famous for its mineral springs. We invite you to experience the luxury of those springs with a mineral bath or other treatment at the Lincoln Mineral Baths & Spa. Enjoy the ultimate experience in rest and relaxation! The Lincoln Bath House is located within a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Services include mineral baths, massages and other spa treatments to pamper you. Open Tuesday - Sunday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. Reservations for massage and other treatments are necessary. PO Box 365, Crescent Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. 518.584.2110, ext.212. This is a beautiful 1/2 mile Harness Track with a glass-enclosed, air-conditioned dining room. Featuring world-class polo matches, Harness Racing evenings and thoroughbred simulcasts daily. Saratoga Race Course - New York Racing Association. PO Box 187, Jamaica, NY 11417. 718. 641.4700, ext 4805 or 518.584.6200 in Saratoga. The "Summer Place to Be" featuring the finest thoroughbred racing in America. Discounted luncheon packages, as well as reserved seats available. Open the end of July through Labor Day. For more information visit the Association's web site at www.nyracing.com Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC). Spa State Park, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. 518. 584.9330 (Administration); 518. 587.3330 (Box Office). This outdoor amphitheatre is open June through September. The Center is the summer home of the New York City Ballet, the Philadelphia Orchestra and the Saratoga Chamber Music Festival. For more information visit the Center's web site at www.spac.org There are plenty of options to chose from:
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