If you or someone in your family is a sports fan, a can’t-miss vacation spot is Cooperstown, N.Y., home of the Baseball Hall of Fame. Hotels near this fascinating museum give you a perfect starting point to experience the history, pageantry and fun it has to offer. Whether you’re spending time learning about the heritage of the game or enjoying the beautiful country in Otsego County, sating with Choice Hotels near Baseball Hall of Fame are an affordable and enjoyable way to put yourself right in the middle of the action.
Founded in 1939, the fascinating museum is home to the incredible Plaque Gallery commemorating the absolute greatest players in baseball history, with displays devoted to legends like Babe Ruth, Hank Aaron and Willie Mays. But the facility houses so much more, with thousands of historic artifacts, fascinating photographs and works of art, and millions of books spread over three expansive floors, all designed to tell the story of the national pastime. Kids will love learning about the legends they’ve heard and read about, and the Sandlot Kids Clubhouse offers an interactive environment perfect for hands-on excitement.
A wonderful time to experience Cooperstown is late July, when the entire sport congregates for the annual induction ceremony, when the latest class of baseball greats receives its plaques and addresses the crowd. While in town, take the family to experience great rural attractions, such as the Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard and the Brewery Ommegang, named one of the finest craft breweries in America. When not at the museum, stroll down Cooperstown’s quaint main street and eat at one of the town’s wonderful eateries, many with lakeside views. With one of the most fascinating museums in American and charming country living, you won’t regret booking a hotel near Baseball Hall of Fame for your next vacation that the whole family will love. When you stay with Choice Hotels, the Baseball Hall of Fame and everything Cooperstown has to offer will be at your fingertips. Reserve your room today!