Saratoga Springs Historic Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

On the tour you will explore the history of Saratoga, you’ll see four springs, historic homes, casino’s, museums, fountains, and if you are brave enough you can sit in the devil’s chair and hear the folklore that surrounds it. You’ll hear about the boxer Old Smoke who put horse racing on the map here, the spring water craze that started the town, the art enthusiasts that made it creative, and you’ll even hear a few local legends. Go at your own pace. Stop and start anytime. The tour never expires. This is a location aware, smartphone guided tour that plays automatically as you walk. It's a hands free heads up experience.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The tour begins at the horse statue at Marylou Whitney Park. You'll learn the story of the horse, why it's famous, and the story of Marylou, then you'll be guided step by step through Saratoga on a historical walking tour.

End Point

End point

The tour ends at the Devils Chair, a site full of myths and legends. You'll hear it's legend, why it's there, and it's so called magic power.

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

Itinerary

1. The Devils Chair
The tour ends at the Devils Chair, a site full of myths and legends. You'll hear it's legend, why it's there, and it's so called magic power.
Duration: 5 mins
2. Marylou Whitney Park
The tour begins at the horse statue at Marylou Whitney Park. You'll learn the story of the horse, why it's famous, and the story of Marylou, then you'll be guided step by step through Saratoga on a historical walking tour.
Duration: 5 mins
3. Katrina Trask Memorial Staircase
The tour explores the staircase can you'll hear the story of Katrina, and her impact on Saratoga
Duration: 5 mins
4. Deer Park Spring
One of the original carbonated springs at this spot you can drink real spring water, and you'll hear the story of the spring.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Columbian Spring
What was the first spring? How did they find it? Why is it important? Learn on the tour!
Duration: 5 mins
6. West Casino Fountain
Casino? This was an exclusive spot that put the town on the map, and brought horse racing to town, discover it's story on the tour.
Duration: 5 mins
7. Trask Memorial Fountain
Why is this stunning fountain here? How was it designed? Learn on our tour!
Duration: 5 mins
8. Congress Park Carousel
Learn how this historic carousel ended up in the park and learn it's story.
9. Hathorn #1 Mineral Spring
Another fountain? Well it is a fountain town! Learn the history of the fountain and it's current state.
Duration: 5 mins
10. Saratoga Arts
Learn about this artsy community and maybe get a chance to see an artist at work.
Duration: 5 mins

Inclusion

Smartphone guided tour in Saratoga on our walking tour app

Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires.

Discover the history and story of Saratoga and the sites

Exclusion

Admission

Drinks

Food

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by WalknTours

Reviews

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Based on 7 reviews

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