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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Syracuse has to offer.

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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 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Syracuse include American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Syracuse departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Syracuse. The train journey from Syracuse to New York takes 5h 39m and costs around $55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $63 for a 8h 54m trip. Located 2 miles from the city center, Syracuse is the busiest station in Syracuse. Another popular train station is Syracuse New York - State Fair, located 4 miles from the center.

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 Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Syracuse, including Trailways, OurBus and Greyhound. The most popular bus station is Syracuse Schine Student Ctr - 210 Waverly Ave, located 0.9 miles from downtown Syracuse. Syracuse 2042 Erie Blvd E is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city center.

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 United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Syracuse departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Syracuse. The train journey from Syracuse to New York takes 5h 39m and costs around $55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $63 for a 8h 54m trip. Located 2 miles from the city center, Syracuse is the busiest station in Syracuse. Another popular train station is Syracuse New York - State Fair, located 4 miles from the center.

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 Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Syracuse, including Trailways, OurBus and Greyhound. The most popular bus station is Syracuse Schine Student Ctr - 210 Waverly Ave, located 0.9 miles from downtown Syracuse. Syracuse 2042 Erie Blvd E is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city center.

Airports near Syracuse

ROCGreater Rochester Intl
ITHIthaca Tompkins County
SYRSyracuse Hancock Intl

Airlines serving Syracuse

KLM
Good (1,499 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,889 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,409 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,304 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,922 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,572 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,595 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (903 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,750 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,930 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,387 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (401 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,205 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,938 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,495 reviews)
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Where to stay in Syracuse

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 $52 to $194 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Syracuse are about 137% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Syracuse by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Syracuse

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Hampton Inn & Suites Syracuse-North (Airport Area)
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 482 reviews)
$163+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Syracuse Carrier Circle
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 298 reviews)
$151+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 681 reviews)
$166+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Syracuse/Carrier Circle
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 456 reviews)
$153+
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The Parkview Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1070 reviews)
$119+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Syracuse
4 stars
Excellent (8, 566 reviews)
$134+
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Renting a car in Syracuse

Renting a car in Syracuse costs $62 per day, on average, or $187 if you want to rent if for 3 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 12% cheaper than airport locations in Syracuse.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Syracuse, while also 38% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Syracuse costs $62 per day, on average, or $187 if you want to rent if for 3 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 12% cheaper than airport locations in Syracuse.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Syracuse, while also 38% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Syracuse

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