Location: Schenectady
Top Things to do in Schenectady
What to do and see in Schenectady, New York (NY): The Best Things to do
Schenectady /skəˈnɛktədi/ is a city in Schenectady County, New York, United States, of which it is the county seat. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 66,135. The name "Schenectady" is derived from a Mohawk word skahnéhtati meaning "beyond the pines". The city was founded on the south side of the Mohawk River by Dutch colonists in the 17th century, many from the Albany area. They were prohibited from the fur trade by the Albany monopoly, which kept its control after the English takeover in 1664. Residents of the new village developed farms on strip plots along the river. Connected to the west via the Mohawk River and Erie Canal, the city developed rapidly in the 19th century as part of the Mohawk Valley trade, manufacturing and transportation corridor. By 1824 more people worked in manufacturing than agriculture or trade, and the city had a cotton mill, processing cotton from the Deep South. Numerous mills in New York had such ties with the South. Through the 19th century, nationally influential companies and industries developed in Schenectady, including General Electric and American Locomotive Company (ALCO), which were powers into the mid-20th century. The city was part of emerging technologies, with GE collaborating in the production of nuclear-powered submarines and, in the 21st century, working on other forms of renewable energy.
Restaurants in Schenectady
1. Proctor's Theater
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 584 reviews
Reviewed By jaygaudette - Pittsfield, United States
Went to see a show and were treated wonderfully! The venue is spectacular!ly beautiful! I will definitely see more shows there!
2. Canvas, Corks & Forks
3. The Whitney Book Corner
4. The Mop & Bucket Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
The region's premiere improv comedy troupe, at the Underground at Proctors Friday Nights at 8 PM. We use you, the audience, as inspiration for our scenes and games, and often ask you to help us out on stage! At our headquarters, we teach classes and workshops.
5. Schenectady Light Opera Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
The Schenectady Light Opera Company is a nonprofit community theater organization dedicated the presentation of quality musical theater productions. We are proud to have presented more than 500 quality theatrical productions at various locations since 1926. The facilities are also available for rent for your event.
6. Mountain Ridge Adventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 262 reviews
Mountain Ridge Adventure is New York’s premier treetop challenge course and zip line park located just 30 minutes from Albany, 30 minutes from Saratoga and only 15 minutes from Schenectady. Come "Experience the Adventure." Mountain Ridge Adventure offers a unique and thrilling new experience for New York's Capital Region. Challenge yourself both physically and mentally as you traverse obstacles like Indiana Jones-style bridges, Tarzan swings, Swiss cheese walls and much more. For those not up to the obstacle course, a non-physically demanding 10 zip line - zip line course can still provide a thrill of adventure as you zip line back and forth over a 500' long gorge. Mountain Ridge Adventure is also the perfect venue for youth birthday parties and corporate team building. Come "Experience the Adventure" at Mountain Ridge Adventure.
7. Tech Valley Hospitality Shuttle
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Group Transportation & budget friendly: When it comes to important events, you want to make sure that all your guests arrive safely and on time. We are a great way to simplify the process of traveling to and from your venue. Schedule a professional transportation service for events like: ◾Weddings ◾Birthday parties ◾Anniversary celebrations ◾Proms ◾Casino trips ◾Bachelor/Bachelorette parties ◾Bar/Bat Mitzvahs Turn to Tech Valley Hospitality Shuttle to safely transport guests to your event. Corporate Transportation: Providing transportation for your employees is a convenient perk that could improve productivity, punctuality and morale within your business. Here are a few reasons to employ a professional shuttle service: 1.Transport your employees to corporate events or dinners 2.Pick up potential new employees for interviews 3.Shuttle your employees to and from the airport You can count on Tech Valley Hospitality Shuttle to provide convenient shuttle services for your corporate needs
8. Amtrak Station
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By BobLucky3565703 - Guilderland, United States
Made a short visit of the new Amtrack station's interior. I found it to be impressive and a nice place to visit or wait for a train. When I stopped in there were no other people in the place.
9. Schenectady Civic Players
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4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By wmetz2019
New to doing reviews but I had to give one for these folks. Really enjoyed the musical 42nd Street. The singing was just great!
10. Central Park Rose Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 163 reviews
Reviewed By denisegM9330DS
Very well maintained rose garden. All the colors of the rainbow just waiting for your summer viewing pleasure.
