Downtown Syracuse Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Landmark Theatre
See Broadway musicals, comedy or rock shows at this beautiful and supposedly haunted 1920s venue just off Syracuse’s Armory Square.
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.
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.
Everson Museum of Art
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.
Syracuse University
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.
Things to do
Self-Guided Syracuse Scavenger Hunt: At The Center Of New York!
Top hotels in Downtown Syracuse
Marriott Syracuse Downtown
We had a great stay. Beds were very comfortable. Room was very large (multi bed). It was very close to the theatre that we were attending to see the travelling Wicked Broadway show. Great time!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites
Room was clean and spacious. The kitchenette was great to have. Breakfast was good and the coffee/juice bar all day was a great touch. Staff was very friendly and extremely helpful when needed.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Courtyard Syracuse Downtown At Armory Square
There was a problem with our TV and once they discovered they couldn’t fix it they moved our room no problem.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Syracuse Downtown at Armory Square
Great stay
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Liverpool/Syracuse North Airport
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Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Syracuse-Carrier Circle
Great Value…Rooms were clean and comfortable… older hotel that’s been updated
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Syracuse
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Armory Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, ArtRage Gallery and Museum of International Masks and Puppets are top sights worth seeing.
Lakefront
If you're spending some time in Lakefront, Destiny USA and NBT Bank Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Eastside
While visiting Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like JMA Wireless Dome and E.M. Mills Rose Garden.
Southside
While Southside isn't home to many top sights, Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Everson Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
