- Our list of the best things to do in Schenectady, New York, features the top 110 nearby activities — including 43 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Schenectady, NY has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, Sights & Landmarks, and Outdoor Places.
- The results below include the top 18 things to do within the city of Schenectady, NY , followed by 92 popular activities in nearby cities, including Albany, Saratoga Springs, Troy, Clifton Park and Amsterdam
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16.5 Miles
Imperial Lanes Bowling Center is a traditional-style bowling alley that also features cosmic bowling, complete with laser lights and music. They also feature a lounge with a full bar and food service.
17.2 Miles
Built between 1867 and 1899, the New York State Capitol was the most expensive government building of its time. It is included in the National Register of historic places, and it is the place where special programs are organized around the year, such as the Halloween Tour.
18.1 Miles
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198 votes
110 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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There are 4 galleries at the Saratoga Automobile Museum, which exhibits automobiles dating back to 1929, a hall of fame which features racing drivers, as well as a gallery dedicated to George Frayne. In here there are also organized special events and programs, such as the Spring Auto Show.
18.1 Miles
A family entertainment center, High Rollers Skate & Fun Center features a roller skating rink along with a go-kart track and batting cages. It also offers skating lessons, private event hosting and a snack bar with food and drinks.
18.2 Miles
94%
561 votes
19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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Besides the spa and the pool complex, at the Saratoga Spa State Park are also found 2 golf courses, picnic areas, and approximately 12 miles of trails, opened both in the warm and in the cold season.
18.4 Miles
462 Route 29, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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With sixteen different available types of wines, the Saratoga Winery features an Adirondack style, tasting bar to sample these varieties. Additional activities include live music, cheese tastings, and trivia nights.
18.9 Miles
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National Museum of Dance & Hall of Fame
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99 South Broadway (Rte. 9), Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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Dedicated to the art of dance, the National Museum of Dance & Hall of Fame has a collection of costumes, books, videos, photographs and other dance items. The museum also offers classes and live dance performances.
19.2 Miles
53%
816 votes
342 Jefferson Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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The Saratoga Gaming & Raceway has a ½ mile long oval for horseracing. Inside the clubhouse there are 1,700 slots, a bar, a food court, a restaurant, and a nightclub.
19.2 Miles
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22 votes
Petrified Sea Gardens Road, Saratoga Springs, NY
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The Petrified Sea Gardens feature a large display of ancient fossil formations called stromatolites. Discovered in 1920, these unusual formations are hundreds of millions of years old. There is also a gift shop on the premises.
19.5 Miles
Open year round, the Saratoga Farmer's Market offers a wide range of locally-grown fruits and vegetables in an open-air setting. It operates every Saturday within a secondary location outside the Lincoln Baths building between November and April.