Syracuse travel guide
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You're Going to Love Syracuse
With a population of 145,170, Syracuse is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Syracuse deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Activities & attractions in Syracuse
Where to Eat in Syracuse
If you’re looking for affordable options, Oh My Darling (321 S Salina St) and Jammer’s Sports Bar & Restaurant (3535 Walters Rd) are great picks.
When to visit Syracuse
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Syracuse in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 3.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Syracuse, with an average rainfall of 2.1″.
How to Get to Syracuse
Plane
When flying to Syracuse, you’ll arrive at Syracuse Hancock Airport (SYR), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Syracuse include American Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Syracuse departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h.
Car
Another option to get to Syracuse is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 193 miles from Syracuse. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.
Airlines serving Syracuse
Where to stay in Syracuse
Average rates range from around $143 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $204 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Candlewood Suites Syracuse-Airport By IHG and Comfort Inn and Suites Syracuse-Carrier Circle. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Syracuse, with prices from $54 to $298 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Syracuse are about 66% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Syracuse
Most booked hotels in Syracuse
Renting a car in Syracuse
Renting a car in Syracuse costs $61 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Syracuse is the Hertz branch at 1000 Col Eileen Collins Bl, which is 5 miles from the city center.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 31% cheaper than airport locations in Syracuse.
Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Syracuse (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. The most frequently booked car type in Syracuse is Standard (Chevrolet Blazer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Syracuse
Compact
4 Adults, 2 Bags
$36/day
Supplier choice
5 Adults, 5 Bags
$37/day