Downtown Syracuse Travel Guide
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Armory Square
Home to Syracuse’s highest concentration of bars and restaurants, this lively city square is the perfect place for a night out in Central New York.
Landmark Theatre
See Broadway musicals, comedy or rock shows at this beautiful and supposedly haunted 1920s venue just off Syracuse’s Armory Square.
Museum of Science and Technology
Kids and adults will love this Syracuse museum, featuring an IMAX theater, interactive exhibits and possibly the world’s largest collection of toothpick sculptures.
Clinton Square
Nestled in the heart of Syracuse’s downtown, this historic plaza is known for its civic mindedness, hosting countless festivals and a community ice skating rink.
Everson Museum of Art
Brutalist architecture, American art and one of the world’s finest ceramics collections come together at this small but mighty museum in Syracuse’s downtown.
Syracuse University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Syracuse University during your travels in Syracuse. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Our pick of the best Downtown Syracuse Hotel Deals
Marriott Syracuse Downtown
We had a great stay. Beds were very comfortable. Room was very large (multi bed). It was very close to the theatre that we were attending to see the travelling Wicked Broadway show. Great time!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites
The staff was extraordinary. Every single one of them were polite, accommodating, and helpful.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Courtyard Syracuse Downtown At Armory Square
Staf was very helpful
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Syracuse Downtown at Armory Square
Hotel and room a little outdated. Great location for downtown activities.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
The Parkview Hotel
All in all we found the hotel to be great. Good - the hotel was in a great location Excellent restaurant steps away Nice big room with everything we needed including dishes, microwave, coffee maker and refrigerator. Bad - the coffee pot wasn’t cleaned, it had mold in it which we cleaned and assumed ...
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Syracuse-Carrier Circle
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Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Syracuse
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Armory Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, ArtRage Gallery and Museum of International Masks and Puppets are top sights worth seeing.
Lakefront
If you're spending some time in Lakefront, Destiny USA and NBT Bank Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Eastside
While visiting Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like JMA Wireless Dome and E.M. Mills Rose Garden.
Southside
While Southside isn't home to many top sights, Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Everson Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
Strathmore
While there might not be top attractions in Strathmore, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Museum of Science and Technology.
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