Saratoga Springs is a cute town about 25 miles north of Schenectady. A must see if you have time to spare. Each summer, thousands trek to Saratoga for the horse races. The town has several cute shops and restaurants.

There are some breweries in the area to check out. See below:

Druthers Brewing Company Schenectady: this is within walking distance from the Courtyard Marriott. 221 Harborside Dr, Schenectady. Good beer and bar bites.

Frog Alley Brewing: 108 State St, Schenectady

Great Flats Brewing: 151 Lafayette St, Schenectady

Wolf Hollow Brewing: 6882 Amsterdam Rd, Schenectady

There are few places to dine nearby the hotels:

- Max 410 at Waters Edge (next to the Homewood Suites)

American, Fine dining with wonderful views! Stop by for dinner or apps and cocktails.

- Druther's (walking distance from the Marriott)

Brewery with pub style food.

- The Bunker Mohawk Harbor (walking distance from the Marriott)

Indoor golf, bar, and lounge with a food menu. Use the link to reserve a Bunker.