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
Everything was good but the towels were scratchy
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Liverpool/Syracuse North Airport
Comfortable clean and very friendly staff. Shuttle was convenient and great service
Reviewed on 15 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
Perfect wee night getaway with my 4 yo grandsons. They had a blast in the pool, loved having control of their own TV in our suite and made a big deal of getting their own food at breakfast!
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
LivAway Suites- Syracuse
Front desk clerk was wearing a mask, did not hear her. Say “ID”? I said “Excuse me”? She said very frustrated snapped “ID”? Plus make SURE you do NOT get room 111 that is on the other side of check in. ITS LOUD AS HELL. Room very clean. Add irons& iron boards. And the ice maker was “out of service”. ...
Reviewed on 14 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 Everson Museum of Art 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.
