Introduction
What to do
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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Activities & attractions in Syracuse

Museum of Science & Technology (MOST)
Museums•For Kids

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 November
Estimated package price
$181
2 travelers
Flight to Syracuse
3 nights at hotel
Syracuse in November
Estimated package price
$181
2 travelers
Flight to Syracuse
3 nights at 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 Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Syracuse departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 45m.

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 Drive Tri-State and Payless, among others, in New York.

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 Tampa and takes around 2h 45m.

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 Drive Tri-State and Payless, among others, in New York.

Airports near Syracuse

ELMCorning-Elmira
ITHIthaca Tompkins County
SYRSyracuse Hancock Intl

Airlines serving Syracuse

Lufthansa
Good (8,298 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,275 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,461 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,681 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,689 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,029 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,445 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,550 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,822 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,387 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,627 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,127 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (247 reviews)
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Where to stay in Syracuse

Average rates range from around $146 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $157 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 $49 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 61% 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, 521 reviews)
$160+
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Tru by Hilton Syracuse North Airport Area
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 483 reviews)
$144+
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Tru by Hilton Camillus Syracuse
3 stars
Excellent (8, 513 reviews)
$136+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Liverpool/Syracuse North Airport
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1939 reviews)
$77+
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Parkview Hotel Syracuse, New York
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1109 reviews)
$127+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse
3 stars
Good (7.8, 677 reviews)
$162+
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Renting a car in Syracuse

Renting a car in Syracuse costs $63 per day, on average, or $125 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo 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 30% cheaper than airport locations in Syracuse.

Expect to pay $4.62 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 $55.42 and $73.89. The most frequently booked car type in Syracuse is Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Syracuse costs $63 per day, on average, or $125 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo 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 30% cheaper than airport locations in Syracuse.

Expect to pay $4.62 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 $55.42 and $73.89. The most frequently booked car type in Syracuse is Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Syracuse

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4 Adults, 2 Bags

$34/day

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$37/day

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