Syracuse, United States

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Alternative names: Population: 144.1 thous. (2019)Area: 25.61 mi²Elevation: 394 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 43°2'51"N, 76°9'0"W
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Syracuse Top Attractions

Syracuse Attractions - What to See and Explore

Syracuse offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: NBT Bank Stadium, Temple Society of Concord, Rosamond Gifford Zoo, Oakwood Cemetery. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • nbt bank stadium syracuse
    Sport venue • Sport • Arenas and stadiums

    NBT Bank Stadium

    NBT Bank Stadium is a publicly owned, 10,815-seat, minor league baseball stadium in Syracuse, New York. It is the home stadium for the Syracuse Mets Triple-A baseball team of the International League.

  • temple society of concord syracuse
    Synagogue • University Hill

    Temple Society of Concord

    The Temple Society of Concord, commonly referred to as Temple Concord, is a Reform Jewish congregation located at 910 Madison Street, Syracuse, in the U.S. state of New York.

  • rosamond gifford zoo syracuse
    Tiny frogs to giant elephants on display

    Rosamond Gifford Zoo

    The Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park is an AZA zoo in Syracuse, New York. It is owned and operated by Onondaga County Parks with support from the Friends of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo. The zoo is home to more than 900 animals representing 216 species on 43 acres.

  • oakwood cemetery syracuse
    Cemetery • Outer Comstock

    Oakwood Cemetery

    Oakwood Cemetery is a 160-acre historic cemetery located in Syracuse, New York. It was designed by Howard Daniels and built in 1859. Oakwood Cemetery was created during a time period in the nineteenth century when the rural cemetery was becoming a distinct landscape type, and is a good example of this kind of landscape architecture.

  • clinton square syracuse
    Park • Monuments and statues • Historical place

    Clinton Square

    Clinton Square is an intersection in downtown Syracuse, New York, United States. The square was the original town center and first came into existence in the early 19th century where roadways from north and south convened.

  • thornden park syracuse
    Park • Playground

    Thornden Park

    Thornden Park is a 76-acre park in Syracuse, New York, United States, which is the second largest in the city after Burnet Park. It was purchased by the city in 1921 and has become a favorite wedding location in the Syracuse park system. It is located in Westcott, and borders the University and University Hill neighborhoods.

  • landmark theatre syracuse
    Theater • Concerts and shows

    Landmark Theatre

    The Landmark Theatre, originally known as Loew's State Theater, is a historic theater from the era of movie palaces, located on South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York, United States. Designed by Thomas W.

  • erie canal museum syracuse
    Museum • History museum

    Erie Canal Museum

    The Erie Canal Museum is a historical museum about the Erie Canal located in Syracuse, New York. The museum was founded in 1962 and is a private, non-profit corporation. It is housed in the Syracuse Weighlock Building dating from 1850. The Syracuse Weighlock Building was in operation as a weighlock from 1850 to 1883.

  • cathedral of the immaculate conception syracuse
    Church • Gothic Revival architecture

    Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

    The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Syracuse, New York is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Syracuse. It is the seat of the Bishop of Syracuse, currently Douglas Lucia.

  • everson museum of art syracuse
    Museum • Art museum • Art gallery

    Everson Museum of Art

    The Everson Museum of Art in Downtown Syracuse, New York is a major Central New York museum focusing on American art.

  • milton j rubenstein museum of science and technology syracuse
    Museum • Cinema • Science museum

    Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology

    The Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology is a science and technology museum located in the Armory Square neighborhood of Downtown Syracuse, New York. The Museum includes 35,000 square feet of permanent and traveling exhibits, Science Shop, and several programs and events.

  • james pass arboretum syracuse
    Park • Far West Side

    James Pass Arboretum

    The James Pass Arboretum was established by the City of Syracuse, New York through the philanthropy of Adelaide Salisbury Pass and family with the guidance and cooperation of the State College of Forestry to be a classic arboretum in the tradition of the Arnold Arboretum in...

  • central new york regional market syracuse
    Shopping • Flea market • Farmer's market

    Central New York Regional Market

    The Central New York Regional Market, located on the north side of Syracuse, New York, is a hybrid, public-private, retail-wholesale, terminal food market complex. In 2010, the market estimated that it had a hand in hosting sales of nearly $70 million per year in farm products.

  • syracuse city hall
    City hall • Romanesque architecture

    Syracuse City Hall

    The Syracuse City Hall is the city hall of Syracuse, New York. Unusually for civic buildings in the United States, it was constructed from 1889 to 1893 in the Romanesque Revival architectural style.

  • onondaga park syracuse
    Park • Playground

    Onondaga Park

    Onondaga Park is an 82.6-acre park in the city of Syracuse, New York. Man-made Hiawatha Lake is located within the park, which is situated in Syracuse's Strathmore neighborhood on the city's south side.

  • the westcott theater syracuse
    Concerts and shows • Theater • Rock club

    The Westcott Theater

    The Westcott Theater is a 700-person multi-purpose, cinema-style concert venue at 524 Westcott St in the Westcott neighborhood of Syracuse, New York, United States.

  • lakeview amphitheater syracuse
    Nightlife • Concerts and shows • Music venue

    Lakeview Amphitheater

    The St. Joseph's Health Amphitheater is an outdoor concert venue located on the shores of Onondaga Lake in the Town of Geddes, near the western edge of Syracuse, New York. It is an extension of the Empire Expo Center, home to the Great New York State Fair.

  • onondaga lake syracuse
    Nature • Lake

    Onondaga Lake

    Onondaga Lake is a lake in Central New York, immediately northwest of and adjacent to Syracuse, New York. The southeastern end of the lake and the southwestern shore abut industrial areas and expressways; the northeastern shore and northwestern end border a series of parks and museums.

  • basilica of the sacred heart of jesus syracuse
    Church • Gothic Revival architecture

    Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

    The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is a Catholic parish church and minor basilica in Syracuse, New York. It is located at 927 Park Avenue in the Westside neighborhood.

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Syracuse – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Syracuse, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Sciencenter (Ithaca), Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art (Ithaca), Museum of the Earth (Ithaca).

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    45 milesSW
    Carl Sagan, Museum, Science museum

    Sciencenter, Ithaca

    Sciencenter is a hands-on science museum in Ithaca, New York. It was founded on February 28, 1983 as a 501 not-for-profit educational organization. The Sciencenter grew out of the volunteer-run hands-on science program run for 15 years at several elementary schools in the Ithaca City School District.

  • herbert f johnson museum of art ithaca45 milesS
    Museum, Art museum, Art gallery

    Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, Ithaca

    Perched atop the slope of Libe Slope on the Cornell University campus, the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art is a cultural gem in the heart of Ithaca, New York. This striking museum, designed by the renowned architect I.M.

  • museum of the earth ithaca45 milesSW
    Museum, Science museum, Natural history museum

    Museum of the Earth, Ithaca

    Nestled in the scenic northwest region of Ithaca, New York, the Museum of the Earth offers a unique window into the natural history of our planet. This museum, dedicated to fostering an understanding of the Earth and its life past and present, is an educational gem for...

  • oswego speedway33 milesNW
    Racetrack, Sport venue, Sport

    Oswego Speedway, Oswego

    Oswego Speedway, a pulse-pounding hub of car racing in the city of Oswego, New York, is a must-visit destination for motorsport enthusiasts. Known as the "Indy of the East," this historic track has been thrilling fans with high-speed action since its opening in 1951.

  • cayuga nature center ithaca42 milesSW
    Museum, Nature and wildlife, Park

    Cayuga Nature Center, Ithaca

    The Cayuga Nature Center is an educational institution addressing nature and environmental issues. It is located on the west side of Cayuga Lake in Tompkins County, New York.

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Best Time To Visit Syracuse

Learn when is the best time to travel to Syracuse weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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June is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in July.

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February. Most of it rains in July and September.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Syracuse?

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What is the best time to visit Syracuse?

June is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in July. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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