Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Saratoga Springs travel guide

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You're Going to Love Saratoga Springs

With a population of 26,586, Saratoga Springs is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Saratoga Springs deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Saratoga Springs

If you’re looking for affordable options, Dock Browns Lakeside Tavern (511 Route 9p) and Beer Wine Pizza (BWP) (70 Weibel Avenue) are great picks.

When to visit Saratoga Springs

Saratoga Springs in January
Estimated hotel price
$155
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saratoga Springs in January
Estimated hotel price
$155
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Saratoga Springs in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.5″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Saratoga Springs, with an average rainfall of 2.5″.

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How to Get to Saratoga Springs

Plane

Although Saratoga Springs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Albany Intl (ALB), which is located 23 miles from Saratoga Springs. The shortest domestic flight to Saratoga Springs departs from Sarasota and takes around 2h 57m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Saratoga Springs, followed by Acela. The train journey from Saratoga Springs to New York takes 2h 30m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $139 for a 4h 51m trip. The train station in Saratoga Springs is called Saratoga Springs, and is located 1.3 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Saratoga Springs is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 161 miles from Saratoga Springs. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Saratoga Springs, including Trailways, FlixBus and Greyhound. From New York, the bus ride to Saratoga Springs takes 180 miles and will cost you around $27. From Chicago, the ticket costs about $135 for a journey of 1610 miles.

Plane

Although Saratoga Springs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Albany Intl (ALB), which is located 23 miles from Saratoga Springs. The shortest domestic flight to Saratoga Springs departs from Sarasota and takes around 2h 57m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Saratoga Springs, followed by Acela. The train journey from Saratoga Springs to New York takes 2h 30m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $139 for a 4h 51m trip. The train station in Saratoga Springs is called Saratoga Springs, and is located 1.3 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Saratoga Springs is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 161 miles from Saratoga Springs. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Saratoga Springs, including Trailways, FlixBus and Greyhound. From New York, the bus ride to Saratoga Springs takes 180 miles and will cost you around $27. From Chicago, the ticket costs about $135 for a journey of 1610 miles.

Airports near Saratoga Springs

RUTRutland
ALBAlbany Intl
LEBLebanon Municipal

Airlines serving Saratoga Springs

KLM
Good (1,426 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,602 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,550 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,013 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,679 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,432 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,063 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,500 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,495 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,386 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (373 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,903 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,889 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,016 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,177 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,653 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (675 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,043 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (540 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,187 reviews)
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Where to stay in Saratoga Springs

Average rates range from around $262 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $304 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Saratoga Springs, with prices from $80 to $1,643 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Saratoga Springs are about 191% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Saratoga Springs by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Saratoga Springs

Most booked hotels in Saratoga Springs

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Saratoga Springs
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1050 reviews)
$128+
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Saratoga Casino Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1422 reviews)
$140+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Saratoga Malta
3 stars
Excellent (9, 197 reviews)
$105+
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Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Saratoga Malta
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 437 reviews)
$100+
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Hyatt Place Saratoga Malta
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 702 reviews)
$109+
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Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 922 reviews)
$106+
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Renting a car in Saratoga Springs

Renting a car in Saratoga Springs costs $48 per day, on average, or $96 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 13% cheaper than airport locations in Saratoga Springs.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Saratoga Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Saratoga Springs is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Saratoga Springs costs $48 per day, on average, or $96 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 13% cheaper than airport locations in Saratoga Springs.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Saratoga Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Saratoga Springs is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Saratoga Springs

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