Saratoga Springs is nearby and is famous for Horse racing in the summer, a natural spring and spa, a bustling downtown, and quaint shops. There are plenty of restaurants and bars.

Albany is the capital of New York State. The New York State Museum is located here, the NYS Assembly, Capitol buildings and performing arts at the Capital Rep Theater.

Fulton County, Land of 44 Lakes, is in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains and has many outdoor activities to offer. Hiking is one of the biggest pastimes of the region and Fall Festivals are very popular in autumn featuring apple cider, local handmade crafts, and baked goods.

Johnstown - is famous for the oldest operational courthouse in the USA, Sir William Johnson, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton critical to the Womens' Rights Movement in the US.

Wind through limestone corridors, pass through cavernous galleries, walk under massive boulders, and take a serene boat ride on a subterranean riverbed carved over countless millennia. The cave is 52°F (11°C) so a jacket or sweatshirt and closed-toed comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Sand Flats Orchard in Fonda, NY is a beautiful, family-owned farm offering classic fall fun like apple picking, hayrides, and a corn maze. Guests can enjoy fresh cider donuts, local produce, and stunning views of the Mohawk Valley. It's a perfect spot to soak in the season!

For those travelling via NYC:

Home to the 32nd and longest-serving president of the United States, Franklin D. Roosevelt returned to Hyde Park often, drawing on this place to renew his spirit during times of personal and political crisis. Explore the Roosevelt saga in the homes of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, the exhibits at the nation’s first Presidential Library, and over a thousand acres of gardens and trails.

Perched at the top of State Street in Albany, the New York State Capitol has been home to the state government since the 1880s. It took 32 years, five architects, and a whole lot of stonework to build this stunning piece of 19th-century architecture. By the time it was finished in 1899, it had cost over $25 million!

For those travelling via Boston: This museum showcases the works of the iconic American illustrator, offering a glimpse into 20th-century Americana

Saratoga Spa State Park is a National Historic Landmark distinguished by its classical architecture and noted for its diverse cultural, aesthetic and recreational resources. In addition to the nationally-known Saratoga Performing Arts Center, the Spa Little Theater, The Saratoga Children's Museum, the Saratoga Automobile Museum, the Gideon Putnam Resort and Roosevelt Baths and Spa, the park offers a multitude of traditional recreation opportunities.