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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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.
Things to do
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Top hotels in Westside
The Parkview Hotel
excellent
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Liverpool/Syracuse North Airport
I wasn't there very long, but the staff was very friendly and our room was very clean along with the lobby and hall.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
The Craftsman Inn & Suites
I would have loved a hot tub.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Marriott Syracuse Downtown
Great history, lots of activity and restaurants.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse Destiny USA
Location was amazing, staff was super friendly. A few of us got very early breakfast. Booked it for my bachelorette trip. Nothing crazy, just local shopping and activities. Bought two deluxe suites. It was a few little things I had a problem with; pool was super small so after three families in it, ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
LivAway Suites- Syracuse
The suites were clean. It’s a new hotel. The front desk workers were kind and greeted you with respect. I would stay here again
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
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 Syracuse Convention and Visitors Bureau.
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, ArtRage Gallery and Museum of International Masks and Puppets are top sights worth seeing.
Eastside
While visiting Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like JMA Wireless Dome and Syracuse Stage.
