Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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.

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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

Syracuse in February
Estimated hotel price
$129
1 night at 3-star hotel
Syracuse in February
Estimated hotel price
$129
1 night at 3-star hotel

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″.

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How to Get to Syracuse

Plane

When flying to Syracuse, you’ll arrive at Syracuse Hancock Airport (SYR), which is located 8 km 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 Nashville and takes around 1h 59m.

Car

Another option to get to Syracuse is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 311 km from Syracuse. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Plane

When flying to Syracuse, you’ll arrive at Syracuse Hancock Airport (SYR), which is located 8 km 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 Nashville and takes around 1h 59m.

Car

Another option to get to Syracuse is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 311 km from Syracuse. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Airports near Syracuse

ROCGreater Rochester Intl
ITHIthaca Tompkins County
SYRSyracuse Hancock Intl

Airlines serving Syracuse

Lufthansa
Good (8,053 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,039 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,398 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,968 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,602 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,808 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (929 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,583 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,815 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,158 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,405 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,274 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,480 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,981 reviews)
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Where to stay in Syracuse

Average rates range from around $185 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $180 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 $56 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 72% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Syracuse by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Syracuse

Most booked hotels in Syracuse

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Hampton Inn & Suites Syracuse-North (Airport Area)
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 482 reviews)
$155+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Syracuse Dewitt
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 738 reviews)
$168+
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Marriott Syracuse Downtown
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 707 reviews)
$196+
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Livaway Suites Syracuse
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 94 reviews)
$91+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse
3 stars
Excellent (8, 679 reviews)
$170+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Syracuse
4 stars
Good (7.9, 560 reviews)
$178+
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Renting a car in Syracuse

Renting a car in Syracuse costs $58 per day, on average, or $117 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 9 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 47% 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 Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 37% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Syracuse costs $58 per day, on average, or $117 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 9 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 47% 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 Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 37% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Syracuse

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$47/day

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$47/day

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