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 September
Estimated package price
$132
2 travelers
Flight to Syracuse
3 nights at hotel
Syracuse in September
Estimated package price
$132
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 8 km 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 Nashville and takes around 2h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Syracuse. The train journey from Syracuse to Buffalo takes 2h 27m and costs around $31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $62 for a 5h 39m 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 Ace and Turo, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Syracuse, including Trailways, OurBus and FlixBus. From New York, the bus ride to Syracuse takes 386 km and will cost you around $40. From Boston, the ticket costs about $158 for a journey of 579 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 American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Syracuse departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Syracuse. The train journey from Syracuse to Buffalo takes 2h 27m and costs around $31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $62 for a 5h 39m 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 Ace and Turo, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Syracuse, including Trailways, OurBus and FlixBus. From New York, the bus ride to Syracuse takes 386 km and will cost you around $40. From Boston, the ticket costs about $158 for a journey of 579 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 (1,477 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,872 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,825 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,355 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,288 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,906 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,555 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,499 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (903 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,546 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,725 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,853 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,179 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (396 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,182 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,484 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,133 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 $185 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Syracuse are about 164% 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, 467 reviews)
$159+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Syracuse Carrier Circle
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 364 reviews)
$166+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Syracuse Carrier Circle
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 295 reviews)
$151+
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Marriott Syracuse Downtown
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 700 reviews)
$177+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 678 reviews)
$164+
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The Parkview Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1047 reviews)
$115+
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Renting a car in Syracuse

Renting a car in Syracuse costs $46 per day, on average, or $137 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 41% cheaper than airport locations in Syracuse.

Expect to pay $4.09 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 $49.06 and $65.41. The most frequently booked car type in Syracuse is Full-size (Kia Optima or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are, on average, 22% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Syracuse costs $46 per day, on average, or $137 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 41% cheaper than airport locations in Syracuse.

Expect to pay $4.09 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 $49.06 and $65.41. The most frequently booked car type in Syracuse is Full-size (Kia Optima or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are, on average, 22% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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