Beautiful and well maintained park in Saratoga springs. I enjoyed walking around and taking in the sights. Lots of ducks on site and they came up to us, as it seems they may be used to people feeding them. I didn't have anything to give them so they were curious for a moment and then let us be. Enjoyed the fountains and gardens on display. If you're brave try a sip of the mineral water. read more

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Congress Park is beautiful year round. It's well maintained and just a lovely place to rest as well as walk around. It's very picturesque and it's located in downtown Saratoga Springs. It's pet friendly and a great place to come alone, or with friends and or family. Where else can you have a picnic as well as shop nearby? I also highly recommend stopping into the Saratoga History Museum located in the Canfield Casino right inside the park. It's a very interesting place to spend an hour or so. A must do when you're in town!!! read more

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This is such a gorgeous park. It looks like an incredible place to take wedding photos or photos in general a great spot to sit and have lunch or simply walk around. read more

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The Columbian spring felt even more refreshing than the acclaimed State Seal water at the state park. The Congress spring has that quirky mineral vibe that probably inspire water tourism but with less funkiness than the Geyser Spring at the state park. read more

The park is ever always beautiful. It's got the Rotunda with a pond and ducks I think there's a memorial for military and then there's all the fountains that you can go and try to see what the water is like there's a so much beautiful things here my favorites is Fitness fat. It's surrounded by trees that were ped so there may be 6 ft high and then in between them are these little pine trees and they used to have canna lily so you felt like Alice in Wonderland. And it's got the casino which you can visit for small fee to see the museum it has some parking and the restroom is in the old library which is now the Saratoga Arts Center sounds the same side of the street is the carousel Broadway. It is clean there's a handicap stall men's and women's bathrooms. It's fun to people watch and Duck watch and it's fun for dogs. It's fun to grab a lunch somewhere and just sit here and eat it. read more

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Nice park with a short walk from the main/broadway area! Lovely fountain and spring water! Just sit and relax here for a while already recharged me from busy day I had. Lots of trees and birds for me to enjoy. Saratoga Springs History Museum inside the park is really nice and full of their interesting history. read more

My wife and I were in town a few weeks ago for a concert and took a walk up and down Broadway, we almost passed this park and doubled back. So glad we did! It was a beautiful walk, it was in the 90s that day and this walk in the park made it feel cooler with so much tree coverage. Glad to see some areas keep their trees and offer parks throughout their cities. read more

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Is one of 20 plus springs located in Saratoga. Congress Spring is located directly underneath the covered pavilion in Congress Park. The park is found in the heart of Saratoga Springs NY. Congress Spring was discovered in 1792, bottled the water, and shipped it throughout the world. It is a replica of the original. It's a good place to bring your kids and try the Spring water. My son hated the taste and gagged. Hawthorne is a little stronger while Columbian is more closer to normal water. read more

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A must to visit right after stopping by the visitor center. One beautiful public park located across and right in the center of the town. I was told that this park was designed by the same great NYC Central Park Olmstead. The time spent here was worth it. It has 3 water springs, bottled up if feels like it! , has beautiful manicured lawn, has memorials worth seeing, location of the historic casino now turned museum and has a working classic carousel. It is bounded by landscaped or marbled fences. It has nice walking pathways and some arts display on the ground. read more

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If you like parks, history, and ducks, this place is for you. Bonus points if you like Saratoga spring water, as it's plentiful from fountains here. I wish I could comment on the Casino, but honestly, the last time I was in it was in 1962 for a wedding reception! There are really interesting special events here from time to time as well. A word of warning - recently, there has been a string of incidents late at night in areas such as Caroline Street and in the park. It's probably advisable to check news and current events in local media before spending any amount of time here in the evening. read more

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Historical landmark - sip (don't gulp) the water. Easy parking on the street. Lovely attraction to stop for a quick stretch of legs. read more

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A beautiful park located in the heart of downtown Saratoga. Lots of springs that you can try, benches everywhere to sit and relax, a carousel to ride and gorgeous grounds to walk. read more

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A must see when visiting Saratoga! Come here and taste the spring water! Lots of space to meander after dinner nearby. There's also a carousel (only open day time hours), beautiful fountains and monuments and lots of ducks. You can street park for 2-3 hours nearby. Also recommend visiting Saratoga Arts Center which is right next door for a taste of the local art scene. read more

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Lovely park in the heart of the city. Well maintained with a few sites such as the carousel, casino-turned-museum, and koi pond. Safe and family friendly. Worth a stroll. read more

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I came here for a morning stroll one day while in town and it was such a beautiful park. I came with my SLR and walked around to take pictures. It was early in the morning, I saw a few runners, not so busy but I felt safe being there. They have a spring water fountain. I tasted.... I wouldn't necessarily want to drink again as it was a real spring water. It was supposed to be good for your health? Taste was ahhh, I tried once and it was enough. If you are in Saratoga Springs, I highly recommend stopping by here read more

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Such a cool little place! Several stops for photo opportunities. Great place to people watch. This park has a lot of history and a few different water springs. You can most definitely tell the mineral water springs/features because they had a strong sulfuric aroma. read more

Nice park to sit and relax, or have a picnic. There's a few different monuments, mineral springs, and plenty of open green space. There's also a museum, fountain, and an enclosed carousel here. If you stop at the visitors center across the street, they'll give you a short brochure that describes the monuments and park history, and a little cup to taste the spring water. I was visiting from out of town and we spent about 10 minutes here. I recommend a pit stop here if in the area, otherwise if you're looking to taste mineral water, I recommend you checkout Saratoga Spa State Park instead. read more

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Congress Park is an absolutely beautiful respite within the area where you can walk more freely without the throngs of people you experience walking down Broadway and the adjoining streets. People come in here to walk strong run just enjoy the beautiful sites. It also is the location of the old casino that used to be there years ago I think it's called Canfield Casino. There is also the carousel in the park the Palladian Circle and there's a World War Memorial pavilion in there as well. It is a Beautiful place to visit if you're in the area read more

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This is such a lovely little park and a beautiful place to take a stroll through on a warm day in Upstate NY! Congress Park is right off Broadway, so it is conveniently located near all of the shopping, bars and dining on the main drag. It's not all that big, if you are in a rush you can see it all in 20 minutes. It's free and worth a stroll through. I grew up in the area, so I'm a big fan of Saratoga (especially when it's not track season). This park is extremely popular for engagement and wedding photos. I lived in the Capital Region for 30+ years and spent a LOT of time in this city. Today I learned that there is a Saratoga Springs History Museum right in the park (by the Canfield Casino), that's something you could also check out if you are here and want to learn more about this historical area. It's fairly inexpensive. Canfield Casino is also located in this park. The casino is no longer a casino, it's a wedding reception venue for the affluent residents of the Capital Region. I went to a wedding there YEARS ago, the glass in the ceiling is beautiful. There are spigots throughout the park where you can sample the water, I don't remember being a fan of the taste though. If you have kids with you, it's worth a visit to the covered carousel that is located in the park. read more

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The most beautiful park I've been to. Beautiful trees, flowers, sculptures, water features and very cool spring fountains w spring water flowing 24/7. Amazing. Tasted 3 of them. One was super sulphury and effverscent. Had to spit that one out. And no stomach problems, lol. Very cool park wish I could've spent more time there. There were some interesting bldgs inside the park, but didn't have time to explore read more

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This park is just east of Broadway, the main street. A very quiet and clean park. There are different types of ducks everywhere in this park. Signs state do not feed the ducks but many people were feeding them but the ducks never became aggressive or swarmed the area. There are a few ponds, a World War 1 monument, a pool with a beautiful statue (compliments of the Trask family) and a carousel that you can ride for $1. There is also a museum about local history. There is parking inside the park and on the local streets(2 hour maximum). A very nice experience. read more

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I hadn't heard of Congress Park but my wife had and so we went to have a look. A green place bordered with trees in a small dell off the main drag it's a peaceful little place. There are a couple of small fountains where a person can 'take the waters' some of which taste fine and one of which, well let's just say the mineral I noticed was iron oxide. There is also a particularly lovely war memorial that had been built for WW1 and then had other notes added to it for later wars. All in all a nice little green spot to retreat into. read more

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Decent park in the downtown area with ponds and fountains, good trails for casual walks, and even a museum to explore. There are roads within labeled no vehicles allowed and also a carousel! Limited hours for the carousel but it's only a buck per ride, which really isn't that bad considering some others are more than that per person. Beautiful scenery as the seasons change. Truly a way to enjoy Mother Nature. read more

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Such an easy park to navigate, walking paths, open areas to picnic. Lots & lots of ducks. Monuments and mineral springs (for tasting) in various areas all easy to spot. One of the fountains was not on, but there was water in the pool. The other fountain was pretty and had some seating nearby, even a cute bridge over running water. read more

Congress Park is located along Broadway in the charming little town of Saratoga Springs, NY. Saratoga Springs is rich in history with it's mineral water springs, soothing mineral baths, world-renowned horse racing track, and a number of casinos which were once the famous haunts of New York City socialites and gangsters. The Park itself is 17-acre site in the middle of the downtown area, which was the location of the former Congress Spring Bottling Plant and the former Congress Hall, a large resort hotel, which together brought Saratoga Springs international fame as a health spa and gambling site. Nowadays the park is a lush green oasis, open to the public and their dogs, filled with Grecian pavilions around the mineral springs, Italian gardens, groves of trees and lawns. Within the park you'll find the famed Congress Springs mineral water spring. The water is rich with iron, sulfur and other minerals, so it has a noticeable smell and taste, and yet supposed health benefits. Also within Congress Park resides a three-story brick building which once housed the famous Canfield Casino. In the early 1800's the city and the former hotel were one of the country's most popular resorts, due to railroad access. Former heavyweight boxing champion John Morrissey opened the Saratoga Race Course, giving the city another major tourist attraction, and after the Civil War he opened the first part of the Casino. The clientele of this famous 1870s gambling hall included not only members of wealthy families like the Whitneys, Vanderbilts and J. P. Morgan's, but gambling legends like Diamond Jim Brady and John Warne Gates and prominent entertainers like Gate's girlfriend Lillian Russell and Florenz Ziegfeld. Today the casino building houses the Saratoga Springs Historical Society with a fascinating museum about the early days of Saratoga Springs. The top floor of the casino is now used for private events and wedding receptions. The Park has live music concerts and art events during the warmer months, and home to an extremely popular wooden carousel during the summer months. read more

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What a cute little park in the city. You can relax in the sun and visit the many fountains they have around the park. It was so chill and super clean. Everyone was properly distanced and/or wearing a mask. What a great place to put your feet in the grass and enjoy the peaceful fountains and the beautiful ducks. read more

This is a fun place to visit. I walked it on a hot summer afternoon in July and rode the Carousel. What fun. It's convenient if you are in downtown Saratoga Springs, and free parking is fairly close. I parked in the library and walked the downtown before visiting this park. Love the statuary, the ducks in the pond, seeing the old time drinking fountains which used to be fed by the local springs. Just a nice place to visit. read more

I loved visiting the park. Well maintained and clean this park has many beautiful sculptures. It also offers some natural springs with "healing" drinking water. Two of the three I tried were not pleasant to the mouth but one of them was fine. It was a cool park and experience to drink these historic waters. Not going to lie not sure if it's coincidence but I felt amazing the day after drinking the water from the park! read more

Located in the center of town, beautifully landscaped features an antique carousel, fountains the historic Canfield Casino and several water features and a war memorial. The park is perfect for a leisurely stroll, letting the kids play or just watching the ducks. It's also a nice place to take a break from all the downtown shopping. read more

Beautiful park with lots of statues, fountains and ducks. Dog friendly and very well maintained. There was also a carousel located opposite of the main entrance. :) read more

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Love the vibe of CP. We go every week award it's charm draws us back. Perfect for a picnic and stroll while enjoying Saratoga Springs downtown. read more

I've grown up visiting Saratoga Springs every summer and the tradition has lasted even post college. When my now husband and I (long islanders) were deciding where to marry we both knew congress park was the spot we wanted. Originally we reserved the congress spring pavilion (you need to get the okay from city hall and sign an insurance form) but the weather was so gorgeous on pur wedding day we decided to get married under one of the large trees over looking the war memorial and pond. The park has beautiful Victorian accents. Not large plastic playgrounds or basketball courts, just mineral springs, a sculpture garden, ponds and a stream. The perfect spot for picnics, afternoon yoga or a place to walk the dog. I have walked through the park late at night and felt as safe as a female can in a dark area. read more

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We went for a stroll after lunch on an on/off rainy day. The grass was a bit wet, the ducks were out with their ducklings and everyone just had a smile on their face. The grounds were beautiful, well-kept, and clean. The museum was closed so we couldn't go but that was okay as we were just passing through. There are many beautiful statues and artwork and there are public restrooms available. What a beautiful, quiet, and peaceful park. read more

One of the most beautiful parks I have ever been to. Growing up in Saratoga Springs I went to Congress park several time a year. No matter what the season there's always something going on. Even through the years Congress Park has been kept beautiful, clean, and a place you don't wanna miss! In the heart of downtown Saratoga, it couldn't be in a better spot. Filled with gorgeous greenery, ponds, ducks, benches, fish, spit and spat fountain where my aunt was married, the spirt of life, water springs, the carousel and the History! Fireworks every 4th of July, art festivals during the summer, live music this place is a must if you are in the area. Now I live in NC but every time I visit I make sure to stop and enjoy the beauty. read more

A lovely small park in the main street (Broadway) in Saratoga Springs. The Visitor Center across the street will provide a plastic cup so you can sample the "waters" from several of the natural springs fountains. read more

Small and relaxing park. It has mineral water springs and ducks. We went after lunch and sat on the grass. I loved taking pictures there. read more

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This park is so beautiful. Flowers are always in bloom, ducks frolic around, while fountains put everyone at calm. It is the perfect spot for a picnic, because it is right next to Broadway. Want a drink? Sample all the different Springs. Feelings artsy? Look around and snap some photos. There is always creativity around. Painters, writers, photographers, musicians, it is a wonderful place. read more

It's hard to miss this quiet and pleasant park right on the Broadway strip across from the Saratoga Visitor's Center near Spring Street. Given its rough history of ups and downs, Congress Park remains to be a beautiful place to spend the time. As my husband and I drove in on East Congress Street, cars were parked along the sides, but there are no parking lines to indicate spaces. It was easy to find parking after 4PM and the park closes at sundown. We parked across the street from the Saratoga Springs History Museum since it was already closed for the day. The first wonderment that caught my eye was "The War Memorial," a canopy overlooking a big pond to the south. Naturally, I gravitated towards the pond, even though it was on the opposite side of where the famous carousel is located. In front of the canopy, there are bricks with Veteran's names engraved on it placed all over the path. As I stood inside the canopy watching ducks and their offspring enjoying the pond, I had to be careful of spider webs or insects flying around. In the middle of the pond was a big water spout, which the ducks try to swim around. It was so cute watching the baby ducks swim incredibly fast to stay with his/her family. I underestimated these baby ducks because they can swim incredibly fast when needed. Based on the mother's quack sounds, the offspring are able to follow her directions. It's as if the mother is quacking, "come here. This way." As I continued my walk through the park, I passed by "The Reservoir" but I didn't see anything overly special here. There was another pond nearby with not much to see. The houses across the street from the park are colorful, creative, and beautiful. Too bad I don't live here. From here, I continuing walking in the direction of East Congress Street, walking in the path of a "U" so far. On my left is the Deer Park Spring where I can have another great taste of Spring water. This spring water station is great for pictures as well and there is a step on the side for children who cannot reach the water fountain. As we make our way towards Broadway, there is the Columbian Spring. Though the spring is no longer active, fresh municipal drinking water still flows beneath the ground in its place from a "Federal style domed pavilion." Again, there are concrete steps for children who are not tall enough to access the water. Next to East Congress Street across from the Columbian Spring is another water station where water is accessible from all four sides. Now, we are walking along the western side of the path north of East Congress Street. From here, I saw "The Civil War Monument," a statue of a soldier standing with a rifle in front of him. It's good for a pic. Further down the road, I see "The Spirit of Life" bronze statue facing a pool of water, which was lovely. I tried to imitate the angel statue's pose for a picture. One hand was holding a leaf while the other is holding a torch. As we walked towards Spring Street, there is a stream of water called "Village Brook" that flows down to a small pond. To get to "The Congress Park Carousel" from here, we had to walk around the Village Brook because it's impossible to cross by foot. Even when the water dried up, it's brown and icky. The Congress Park Carousel, restored in 2002 featuring 28 horses, is computerized and fully operational. The best of all? It's only fifty cents a ride. You can't beat that or have a reason not to go experience the carousel for fun. For a dollar, my husband forced the sheepish me to go sit on a chair bench in the carousel. I might have found this fun as a kid, but after the short, probably two minute ride, I felt really dizzy. From here, I followed the Village Brook back to the little pond and hopped over the brook by stones to reach the central area of the pond. There were a lot of ducks here and kids were feeding the ducks. Across the pond is what was formally called the Canfield Casino, but is now the Saratoga Springs History Museum. Since the museum closes early, I didn't have the opportunity to go in. Unfortunately, I walked through this park without a map and I missed certain sections of the park in the northeast side where the "The Devil's Chair," "Italian Gardens," and the "Fish Pond" are located. In addition, my husband needed to go to the bathroom badly so we left. Overall, the park gave us a quiet and pleasant experience. read more

Great place to have your lunch in the summer...plus free spring water.

Great little park! the springs are located here, as well as a couple of monuments as well. Nice place to wander around and spend a few minutes :) read more