2 days in Schenectady Itinerary

A short drive from the state capital, Schenectady remains best known as General Electric's birthplace.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Sat): examine the collection at National Bottle Museum, then immerse yourself in nature at Saratoga Spa State Park, then relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and finally sample the tasty concoctions at Great Flats Brewing. Keep things going the next day: fly down the slopes at Maple Ski Ridge, then browse the exhibits of New York State Museum, and then browse the collection at Schenectady County Public Library.

For more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Schenectady sightseeing tool.

In January, daily temperatures in Schenectady can reach 30°F, while at night they dip to 19°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) so you can travel back home.