- Our list of the best things to do in Saranac Lake, New York, features the top 52 nearby activities — including 24 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Saranac Lake, NY has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 16 things to do within the city of Saranac Lake, NY , followed by 36 popular activities in nearby cities, including Lake Placid and Wilmington
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Harken back to your own childhood by visiting Adirondack Carousel and taking a ride on one of the hand-crafted wooden animals. Located indoors, the Carousel is an ideal venue for birthday parties and special occasions.
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Surrounded by the Adirondack Mountains, Saranac Lake is your choice for canoeing, kayaking, and mountain biking. Known for the majestic scenery, you will be equally impressed with the many shops and restaurants around town.
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Featuring two locations, St. Regis Canoe Outfitters offers services ranging from canoe and kayak rentals to instruction and guides. They rent outdoor equipment including snowshoes and camping gear, and will help with trip planning and food drops for campers.
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Near Saranac Lake, the Saranac Laboratory Museum documents the local history of tuberculosis patients who came to the area for treatment. Exhibits cover the science of tuberculosis and the history of the disease in New York City.
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Goody Goody's offers a collection of unique and unusual toys and board games that visitors can try before they buy. The shop features games and toys for both kids and adults.
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Dedicated to promoting culture and the arts, Pendragon Theatre is important to the Adirondack community. Along with theatrical productions and musical performances, the theater provides educational programs and workshops for individuals interested in acting.
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Rich and flavorful beers are created at Blue Line Brewery. Head to the tasting room for a sample or two. Be sure to try the Black Fly IPA, a customer favorite.
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44 Stevenson Lane, Saranac Lake, NY
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Built in the cottage in which writer Louis Stevenson wrote several essays for Scribner's Magazine, the Robert Louis Stevenson Cottage and Museum is a historical museum focused on the writings of Louis Stevenson. Attractions include paintings, photographs, and various memorabilia.
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Featuring the work of 30 local artists, Adirondack Artists Guild has a regularly rotating display of artwork for the community to enjoy. The gallery has studios for local artists to work on their art in.
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Adirondack Scenic Railroad, Saranac Lake, NY 12983
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Visitors can enjoy a variety of natural scenery including rivers, forests, ponds, and streams at Adirondack Park with Adirondack Scenic Railroad. The park spans six million acres and the railroad offers several train adventures.