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Saratogo Race Course Discover Saratoga’s official mobile app for your next meeting! 2,000+ Hotel Rooms 155,000 square feet of flexible conference space A four season destination with popular annual events and entertainment World famous horse racing, polo and equine events National museums, vibrant arts district and performing arts venues WHAT’S NOT TO MISS ▼ Since 1863, the Saratoga Race Course has welcomed thousands of spectators every year for the 40-day horseracing season, highlighted by the Summer Stakes, which includes the famous Whitney Stakes and Travers Stakes. nyra.com/saratoga Charming walkable downtown with unique restaurants, shops, boutiques and galleries DOWNLOAD DOWNLOAD HANDHELD VISITORS GUIDE TO ATTRACTIONS AND ENTERTAINMENT AROUND SARATOGA, NY From SAR Station: 2.6 miles car; 25 minute bus The Ulysses S. Grant Cottage was home to the 18th U.S. president during his final days in 1885. In addition to tours, the site hosts annual events including a Remembrance Day, family days, and a “Porch Chat” series of history lectures and portrayals. grantcottage.org From SAR Station: 9 miles car; 28 minute bus In 1777, the Saratoga National Historical Park was the site where American forces defeated and forced a British army to surrender during the War of Independence. Take a self-guided tour of the battlefield, visit the Saratoga Monument or Schuyler House. nps.gov/sara From SAR Station: 16.3 miles car 518.584.1531 • DiscoverSaratoga.org/app Explore Saratoga Museums New York By Rail ad.pdf The Great Sacandaga Lake is a popular spot in the summer for events and recreation, including swimming, boating and fishing. The winter months bring snowshoeing, snowmobiling and ice fishing. Restaurants, shops, and attractions surround the lake. visitsacandaga.com 1 3/29/14 10:42 AM From SAR Station: 23 miles car PHOTOS: (RACE COURSE) COURTESY I LOVE NY; (SNOWMOBILING) TK Great Sacandaga Lake Amtrak.com New York By Rail | 51