Downtown Syracuse Travel Guide

Syracuse
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Popular places to visit

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Landmark Theatre

See Broadway musicals, comedy or rock shows at this beautiful and supposedly haunted 1920s venue just off Syracuse’s Armory Square.

Landmark Theatre
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Armory Square

4/5(1 review)

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.

Armory Square
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Museum of Science and Technology

Kids and adults will love this Syracuse museum, featuring an IMAX theater, interactive exhibits and possibly the world’s largest collection of toothpick sculptures.

Museum of Science and Technology
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Clinton Square

Nestled in the heart of Syracuse’s downtown, this historic plaza is known for its civic mindedness, hosting countless festivals and a community ice skating rink.

Clinton Square
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Everson Museum of Art

4/5(1 review)

Brutalist architecture, American art and one of the world’s finest ceramics collections come together at this small but mighty museum in Syracuse’s downtown.

Everson Museum of Art
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Syracuse University

4/5(1 review)

Walk around the campus of Syracuse University, a top university in Syracuse. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Syracuse University

Things to do

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1 Hr Syracuse Axe Throwing

฿987
Per adult
1 Hr Syracuse Axe Throwing
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Syracuse Showdown Scavenger Hunt

฿761
Per adult
Syracuse Showdown Scavenger Hunt
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1 Hour Shared Archery in Syracuse

฿987
Per adult
1 Hour Shared Archery in Syracuse
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Explore Syracuse with a Fun Scavenger Hunt by Zombie Scavengers

฿705
Per adult
Explore Syracuse with a Fun Scavenger Hunt by Zombie Scavengers
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Epic Syracuse Scavenger Hunt: At The Center Of New York State!

฿434
Per adult
Epic Syracuse Scavenger Hunt: At The Center Of New York State!
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Axe Throwing in Syracuse

฿951
Per adult
Axe Throwing in Syracuse
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Top hotels in Downtown Syracuse

Super 8 by Wyndham Liverpool/Syracuse North Airport
Super 8 by Wyndham Liverpool/Syracuse North Airport
2 out of 5
421 7th North Street, NYS Thruway(I-90) Ex 36 & 37, Liverpool, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,824 per night from 26 May to 27 May
฿2,824
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,770 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable for a one night stay. Very strict about the 3 pm check in."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Super 8 by Wyndham Liverpool/Syracuse North Airport
Marriott Syracuse Downtown
Marriott Syracuse Downtown
4 out of 5
100 East Onondaga Street, Syracuse, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,994 per night from 26 May to 27 May
฿4,994
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this historic hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy breakfast, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Customer service was great!"

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2024

Marriott Syracuse Downtown
Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites
Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites
3 out of 5
416 S Clinton St, Syracuse, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,950 per night from 26 May to 27 May
฿4,950
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3-star historic hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (240 reviews)
"The location is great. Close to restaurants/bars and some shops."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites
Courtyard Syracuse Downtown At Armory Square
Courtyard Syracuse Downtown At Armory Square
3 out of 5
300 West Fayette Street, Syracuse, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,282 per night from 26 May to 27 May
฿5,282
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a health club. Popular attractions Carrier Dome and Destiny USA are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (521 reviews)
"The property is in a good location, very walkable. It is not the most quiet area, that is to be expected. A good amount of decent restaurants are within walking distance. The Tasting Room is highly recommended. Pastabilities is yummy too. The pool was nothing special. I did not use it. It was not ..."

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

Courtyard Syracuse Downtown At Armory Square
Residence Inn by Marriott Syracuse Downtown at Armory Square
Residence Inn by Marriott Syracuse Downtown at Armory Square
3 out of 5
300 West Fayette Street, Syracuse, NY
The price is ฿5,943 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
฿5,943
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the property condition in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (268 reviews)
Surprise family trip!
"Booked a one-night stay for an impromptu family trip. The room was the perfect size and the kitchenette was a great feature. Looking forward to staying again when we are in the area!"

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2024

Residence Inn by Marriott Syracuse Downtown at Armory Square
Comfort Inn & Suites Syracuse-Carrier Circle
Comfort Inn & Suites Syracuse-Carrier Circle
2.5 out of 5
6491 Thompson Rd, Syracuse, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,106 per night from 26 May to 27 May
฿3,106
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Syracuse. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (242 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Comfort Inn & Suites Syracuse-Carrier Circle
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Syracuse

Rosamond Gifford Zoo featuring marine life

Westside

If you're spending some time in Westside, Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Burnet Park are top sights worth seeing.

Westside
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Southside

While Southside isn't home to many top sights, Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Carrier Dome are some notable places to visit nearby.

Southside
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Lakefront

If you're spending some time in Lakefront, Destiny USA and NBT Bank Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Lakefront
Carrier Dome showing modern architecture

Eastside

While visiting Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like Carrier Dome and Syracuse Stage.

Eastside
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Strathmore

While there might not be top attractions in Strathmore, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Syracuse Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Strathmore
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Valley

If you're spending some time in Valley, Webster Pond and Rand Track Park are top sights worth seeing.

Valley

Downtown Syracuse Travel Guide