Westside Travel Guide
Syracuse
Popular places to visit
Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Get inspired by playful otters, serene swans, fascinating elephants, sophisticated snow leopards and many more mammals at this beloved Syracuse institution.
Syracuse University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Syracuse University during your travels in Syracuse. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Destiny USA
During your visit to Syracuse, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Destiny USA. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
New York State Fairgrounds
Enjoy a stop at New York State Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Syracuse. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.
JMA Wireless Dome
College basketball, football and lacrosse have never seen more enthusiastic crowds than those inside this stadium on the campus of Syracuse University.
Armory Square
Home to Syracuse’s highest concentration of bars and restaurants, this lively city square is the perfect place for a night out in Central New York.
Top hotels in Westside
Comfort Inn & Suites Syracuse-Carrier Circle
"Rooms were really nice"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hotel Concord Syracuse, an Ascend Collection Hotel
"This hotel was good for a stopover. There are not a lot of food options nearby but options within a few miles. The room with 2 queens was narrow with only a desk & chair besides the beds. The breakfast was limited (no eggs or breakfast meats) and not a fan of liquid coffee machines (vs fresh ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Craftsman Inn & Suites
"Nice stay overall — clean room, and friendly staff. Breakfast could’ve been a bit better and rooms need a little renovation, but otherwise a wonderful experience."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Randolph Hotel Liverpool/Syracuse/Airport West, Trademark
"kind and helpful staff"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Liverpool/Syracuse North Airport
"Always very clean and I feel safe there. Close to food and shopping and university"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Marriott Syracuse Downtown
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
Lakefront
If you're spending some time in Lakefront, Destiny USA and NBT Bank Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Syracuse
Downtown Syracuse is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Landmark Theatre and Clinton Square while you're in town.
Strathmore
While there might not be top attractions in Strathmore, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Museum of Science and Technology.
Southside
While Southside isn't home to many top sights, Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Museum of Science and Technology are some notable places to visit nearby.
Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, Museum of International Masks and Puppets and ArtRage Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
Eastside
While visiting Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like JMA Wireless Dome and Syracuse Stage.
