Inflation is at an all time high with gas and grocery prices on the rise. So with the rise in the everyday cost of living maybe you don't have a traditional vacation planned for this summer. But you don't have to go far to have a great time! Here's a list of 14 fun things you can do right here in the Capital Region this summer!
Art OMI Sculpture Park and Museum: Enjoy a120-acre sculpture park filled with contemporary art right in Columbia County.
Berkshire Botanical Garden: Described as a “museum of living things” Berkshires Botanical Garden is a 24 acre public display garden where you can learn about plants native to the Northeast.
Natural Stone Bridge & Caves: Explore Stone Bridge, the largest marble cave entrance in the eastern US.
Albany Institute of History & Art: Learn about the regions heritage at one of the oldest museums in the US.
Fort Ticonderoga: Explore Fort Ticonderoga and learn about historic trades with living history staff or enjoy a narrated cruise on Lake Champlain.
Saratoga National Historical Park: Visit Saratoga Battlefield, the site of the first significant American military victory during the Revolution.
National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum: Visit Cooperstown and learn about the history of baseball through over 40,000 artifacts and view the Hall of Fame plaques.
Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park: The Wilton Wildlife Preserve is a protected land base for conservation, environmental education and outdoor recreation. The park provides both a preserve for nature and a park for the community.
Million Dollar Beach at Lake George: Million Dollar Beach at Lake George is a great getaway with a large beach, volleyball, picnic tables and a boat launch.
Splashdown Beach and Waterpark: Splashdown Beach and Waterpark features fun for the whole family, rides for all ages and an expanded Rock Beach area.
Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course: Explore the Adirondack Forest while adventuring through treetop obstacle course and a zipline park.
Wild Waters Outdoor Center Rafting: Experience beautiful scenery and whitewater rafting at Wild Waters Outdoor center.
Lake George Steamboat Company: Enjoy a beautiful cruise on Lake George on one of 3 ships with choices of activities for everyone.
Dutch Apple Cruises: A scenic cruise on the Hudson River on an authentic day-liner.