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Ballston Spa: A Quaint Village for Dining, Shopping & More

Ballston Spa is a historic Village just under 20 minutes from Saratoga Springs and about half an hour from Albany. The area provides a quiet respite from the busier destinations in the area like downtown Saratoga and Lake George.

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Take Your Tastebuds on a Tour of the Vibrant Restaurant & Cafe Scene

From Legend Sushi Bistro to Alaturco Mediterranean Grill to Front Street Delicatessan and Pizzeria Ballston Spa gives Saratoga Springs a run for its money when it comes to top notch dining and varied choices!

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Channel your Southern side at Next Door Kitchen + Bar with surprisingly flavorful fried green tomatoes, make the tough decision between bananas foster or apple crisp at Iron Roost, and experience scones like you never have before at The Whistling Kettle. Regardless of what you're looking for, there's sure to be an eatery that can satisfy your craving.

Go Antiquing & Check Out Shops in This Walkable Village

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Ballston Spa Antique Center, Stone Soup Antique Gallery, Acorn Appraisals & Consulting, and more - if you love antiquing you'll have no shortage of choices in Ballston Spa. Pop into Daisy Dry Goods for "a wonderful selection of items with history and character," as one Google reviewer said. They're known to have colorful Fiestaware, unique teapots, vintage jewelry, and more high quality antiques.

There's more than antiques, though - visit Double M Western Store for everything western, New 2 You Fine Consignment Boutique for designer apparel at affordable prices, and Boho Chic Boutique for one-of-a-kind items from over 50 New York State artisans.

Find More to Enjoy: Museums, Attractions & Annual Events

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When walking through Ballston Spa you'll notice a "Little Free Library" in Wiswall Park, decorative birdhouses on several street corners, and numerous little touches that speak to the hometown feel of this quaint Village.

Many hardworking and respected businesses call Ballston Spa home in addition to the restaurants and shops mentioned above.

kid in national bottle museum

There are also worthwhile attractions and events to check out! History buffs will love the Brookside Museum, one of the oldest houses in the Village constructed in 1792, and the National Bottle Museum, where you can view thousands of glass bottles.

Come Halloween make a reservation at Double M Haunted Hayrides, mark your calendar for the Ballston Spa Witch Walk, and then look ahead to Christmastime for the Ballston Spa Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting. Then there are the many events that take place at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds.

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