Lakefront Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A calm lake with a rocky shoreline, surrounded by dense trees and a clear sky.
The Iron Pier at Onondaga Lake, Syracuse, N.Y., with a large pier, multiple boats, and a prominent American flag.
A town with a prominent clock tower, a lake, and autumn foliage.
A large outdoor screen displaying 'The Goonies' title with people seated in front.

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Syracuse NY Walking Tour

Syracuse NY Walking Tour

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Syracuse NY Walking Tour
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A historic building with a pointed roof and a clock tower, a fountain in the foreground, and a clear blue sky.

Downtown Syracuse

Downtown Syracuse is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Landmark Theatre and Clinton Square while you're in town.

A sign for Thornden Park in Syracuse, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone pathway.

Eastside

While visiting Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like Syracuse University Art Museum and JMA Wireless Dome.

A large red brick church with two towers and a central dome.

Northside

If you're spending some time in Northside, Museum of International Masks and Puppets and ArtRage Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

A historic building with a pointed roof and a fountain with water jets in front.

Southside

While Southside isn't home to many top sights, Syracuse Convention and Visitors Bureau and Rosamond Gifford Zoo are some notable places to visit nearby.

A large illuminated Christmas tree in front of a historic building with a clock tower.

Westside

If you're spending some time in Westside, Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Middle Ages Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.

Lakefront Travel Guide

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