You should begin at the visitors center, the front desk attendant (Margaret?) was very nice and provided us with information. We found all of the attractions with no problems.
Plenty of info on the area - brochures plus interesting info about Saratoga Springs. A good place to stop.
You most definitely should start your stay in Saratoga Springs by stopping in at the Visitor's Center. The woman that was there on the Sunday that we visited was very helpful. The center has many brochures and posters of what is going on in the city. We picked up maps of the main street and cups to sample the mineral waters at the fountains in Congress Park! Stopping at the Visitor's Center is a real "MUST" when visiting Saratoga Springs, NY!
Stopped by for directions to the hotel. The elderly woman seemed confused about where the hotel was and how to get there. .. She did manage to explain it and it was fine but I do think she should have been more knowledgeable. I would have like to look at the info but my husband was parked in the street and I felt we should move on.
In my travels all over, I've never felt compelled to review a Visitor Center...but there's a first for everything & the one in Saratoga Springs is special. For starters, have a look at how pretty the building is...and it rests on the site of some historical happenings (anyone see the movie '12 Years a Slave'?)Inside, the visitor center guides are passionate about their town & eager to offer a mini history lesson. The old photos and memorabilia are really interesting. And of course, you'll find all the brochures needed for local attractions to ensure a fun-filled time while in Saratoga Springs and the surrounding area. Congress Park, a beautiful place to meander, is directly across the street and a great second stop.
Snow shoed here and it was great. The staff at the center was so nice and accommodating. They were well educated in the history and did all they could to assist us.
What a great bunch of people. A great way to atart your vacation in Saratoga Spr. They know how to make you feel welcome.
We arrived at the center today around 10 a.m. After walking around and watching the 15 video we were about to leave, then they announced a walking tour. It cost $5 per. No warning that the tour would last ~90 minutes. Regardless, our tour guide, Ray, did a wonderful job pointing out the sights and taking us on a walk through Congress Park, culminating with a taste of the Spring water. I think the tour is a week-end only event so plan ahead.
We stopped in at the visitor center before heading out to explore the Adirondack region. The folks at the center were very knowledgeable about the area and very helpful.
The staff could be more engaged. Once we got their attention, they recommended a tour of the State Park for the spa (mineral springs) that was very worthwhile.