Saratoga Springs Historic Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour
Description
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.
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Itinerary
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.
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.
The tour explores the staircase can you'll hear the story of Katrina, and her impact on Saratoga
One of the original carbonated springs at this spot you can drink real spring water, and you'll hear the story of the spring.
What was the first spring? How did they find it? Why is it important? Learn on the tour!
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.
Why is this stunning fountain here? How was it designed? Learn on our tour!
Learn how this historic carousel ended up in the park and learn it's story.
Another fountain? Well it is a fountain town! Learn the history of the fountain and it's current state.
Learn about this artsy community and maybe get a chance to see an artist at work.
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Important Information
- 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
Reviews(7)
The information is engagingly provided. Interesting facts and descriptions. Once I got the app and my phone coordinated the directions provide by the audio tour guide were easy to follow making for a delightful circle of all the park has to offer.
The narrative was fine but we could never sync where we were supposed to be at the beginning….we finally figured out it must have been on Broadway but that was not clear or else we missed it. The map needs to be synced with the narrative so that you know you are where you are supposed to be. We spent most of our time trying to figure out where the narrators description was?! Nice idea but needs some work. Narrator was very good!
We enjoyed the experience. It was nice that you could do it at your own convenience. We would recommend it
The tour was very easy to follow and very informative . It was good that when you went off the tour path the voice stopped so you knew that you were going the wrong way . We also used a Bluetooth speaker which made it easy to hear
Audio tour was a great way to get acquainted with the history of Sarasota Springs! Easy to use and follow, directions were excellent.
My stay at Anne’s Washington Inn was fabulous.. comfortable, charm and the magical front porch. Impeccably clean and led by Joe Bokan. Adjacent to the State Park, there are bicycles as well.
beautiful town. stayed at the Haywood suites and it was lovely. ate at Salt and Char, a little overpriced, but good. They had excellent wine and a good variety of Scotches, so that made up for the overseasoned steak. My walkig tour through the park was well worth the $10.00
