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Saratoga was, at one time, a destination for wellness seekers. Its hot springs were of a similar quality and mineral composition to the famed baths of Saratoga Springs, New York. The town, after a succession of names, took the name Saratoga in 1865. A resort hotel was built at the springs for tourists, but burnt to the ground in 1903. Earthquake and fire also took the original Paul Masson Winery. Production continued uninterrupted, even by prohibition, when the winery received a special dispensation for the production of “medicinal champagnes.” The “Chateau” and beautiful gardens are now home to the Music in the Vineyards Concert Series, held every summer. The winery is listed with the National Registry of Historic Places. Today, Saratoga is a quiet and prosperous town, home to Silicon Valley tech workers. The downtown offers a tasty selection of antique shops, French restaurants, and European-themed bakeries. The home of Apple Computer is just up the road in Cupertino. Saratoga is also home to the Hakone Japanese Gardens. The gardens, built in 1908, were inspired by the Japanese botanical displays at the 1915 Panama Pacific Exhibition. There are koi ponds, tea and Zen gardens and a tea museum. Saratoga’s Japanese sister-city, Muko, donated materials for the bamboo gardens. Another worthwhile destination in Saratoga is the Villa Montalvo Center for the Arts and Arboretum. The formal garden and 175 acres of trails lead to lookout points on the surrounding hills. The Mediterranean-style manor house is a center for the presentation of fine arts, music, literature and architecture. Saratoga is located due west of San Jose.



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Downtown Saratoga, with its luxury hotels, trendy shopping district, gourmet restaurants, tourist attractions and local events make it an ideal weekend getaway.

Along Saratoga’s scenic downtown streets you’ll find a delicious assortment of fine dining restaurants, cafes and bistros serving a variety of international cuisine. Whether you’re hungry for Sushi, seafood, steaks, Italian, Mexican food, Chinese restaurants, or fast food favorites like burgers and pizza, you’ll find it at one of Saratoga’s many tasty eateries. And, Saratoga’s vibrant nightlife features a bevy of bars, brewpubs and nightclubs.

Shopping is another popular pastime in Saratoga with one-of-a-kind stores and boutiques. Saratoga’s downtown merchants and shop keepers carry an amazing array of women’s fashion, clothing, shoes, jewelry, home furnishings, books, gifts and more.

If you’re staying a night or two, Saratoga offers a pleasing assortment of comfortable and stylish hotels, historic Bed & Breakfast Inns, budget motels and luxury resorts. Whatever your lodging needs, our Hotel Directory will help you find the best accommodations in Saratoga.

For the best entertainment in Saratoga, check our Calendar of Events. It contains a schedule of local events, music festivals, performing arts, theater, concerts, street fairs, art shows and weekly Farmer's Markets. Saratoga is also home to several tourist attractions and sightseeing adventures, including State Parks, museums, golf courses, hiking tails and historic sites. Or, for a more laid back outing visit all the great wineries, spas and art galleries located in and around town.

Thinking of moving or relocating to Saratoga? Our Real Estate section can help with a list of realtors, featured homes, land and property for sale.

What are you waiting for? Start planning your Saratoga vacation, today.
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