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 8 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Syracuse include Azul, JetBlue and Frontier. The shortest domestic flight to Syracuse departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 58m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Syracuse. The train journey from Syracuse to Buffalo takes 2h 27m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $55 for a 5h 42m trip. Located 4 km from the city center, Syracuse is the busiest station in Syracuse. Another popular train station is Syracuse New York - State Fair, located 7 km from the center.

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Syracuse, including Trailways, OurBus and Greyhound. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Syracuse takes 233 km and will cost you around $37. From New York, the ticket costs about $36 for a journey of 418 km. The most popular bus station is Syracuse Schine Student Ctr - 210 Waverly Ave, located 1.4 km from downtown Syracuse. Syracuse 2042 Erie Blvd E is also a commonly used station, and is 2.8 km from the city center.

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 Azul, JetBlue and Frontier. The shortest domestic flight to Syracuse departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 58m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Syracuse. The train journey from Syracuse to Buffalo takes 2h 27m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $55 for a 5h 42m trip. Located 4 km from the city center, Syracuse is the busiest station in Syracuse. Another popular train station is Syracuse New York - State Fair, located 7 km from the center.

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Syracuse, including Trailways, OurBus and Greyhound. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Syracuse takes 233 km and will cost you around $37. From New York, the ticket costs about $36 for a journey of 418 km. The most popular bus station is Syracuse Schine Student Ctr - 210 Waverly Ave, located 1.4 km from downtown Syracuse. Syracuse 2042 Erie Blvd E is also a commonly used station, and is 2.8 km from the city center.

Airports near Syracuse

ROCGreater Rochester Intl
ITHIthaca Tompkins County
SYRSyracuse Hancock Intl

Airlines serving Syracuse

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,576 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,006 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,529 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,047 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,014 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,414 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,492 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,457 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (873 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,305 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,580 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,311 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,134 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,404 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,064 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,903 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 Hampton Inn & Suites Syracuse Dewitt.

Most popular hotel in Syracuse by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Syracuse

Most booked hotels in Syracuse

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Sleep Inn & Suites Syracuse Airport
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 879 reviews)
$103+
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The Craftsman Inn & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 404 reviews)
$126+
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Marriott Syracuse Downtown
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 690 reviews)
$154+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 670 reviews)
$162+
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Embassy Suites Syracuse Destiny USA
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1083 reviews)
$168+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Syracuse
4 stars
Excellent (8, 546 reviews)
$133+
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Renting a car in Syracuse

Renting a car in Syracuse costs $59 per day, on average, or $178 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 9 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 36% cheaper than airport locations in Syracuse.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Syracuse is Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (Ford Taurus or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Syracuse costs $59 per day, on average, or $178 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 9 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 36% cheaper than airport locations in Syracuse.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Syracuse is Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (Ford Taurus or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Syracuse

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$36/day

Compact SUV

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$39/day

Full-size
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