Grand, Gilded, and Glorious: A Saratoga Stroll
Schedule
Tue Sep 09 2025 at 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center | Saratoga Springs, NY
Step Into the Golden Age of Saratoga Springs!Discover the drama, decadence, and dazzling charm of a city steeped in legend. "Grand, Gilded, and Glorious: A Saratoga Stroll" is not your average history tour, this is a vibrant walk through time that brings the storied past of Saratoga Springs to life. Event in collaboration with the the Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center.
Led by expert guides, this 90-minute walking tour begins at the Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center and winds its way through the elegant streets and scenic paths of Congress Park. Along the way, you'll hear tales of high society, scandal, and splendor that made Saratoga the 19th-century playground for America’s elite.
🎩 From opulent hotels and healing springs to horse racing and high-rolling gamblers, you'll learn what made (and still makes) Saratoga Springs such a magnetic destination.
💎 The tour concludes with an exclusive guided visit to the legendary Canfield Casino, followed by entry to the Saratoga Springs History Museum, where the city’s glamorous and ghostly stories continue.
📍 Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center
297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
🗓️ June 6 – October 18, 2025
🕐 Tours run: 10:30 AM – 12 PM
Tickets: Adult $25, Youth 12-17 $10, Under 12 Free
• June: Fridays & Saturdays
• July–October: Tuesdays through Saturdays
⏳ Duration: 90 minutes
💵 Includes admission to the Saratoga Springs History Museum (a $15 value!)
Know Before You Go:
• Expect light walking and some stairs—wear comfortable shoes.
• Tours operate rain or shine—please dress for the weather.
• Leashed service dogs only, thank you.
• For parking and visitor info, visit: Discover Saratoga Parking Guide
Don’t miss this enchanting journey through one of New York’s most iconic destinations.
Whether you're a local or visiting for the first time, this is a Saratoga experience you won’t forget!
