Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Syracuse February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Syracuse Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse.dx601764)[Hotels in Syracuse](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Hotels.d601764.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Syracuse](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Syracuse.d601764.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Syracuse Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Syracuse.d601764.Car-Hire-Guide)[Syracuse Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse.d601764.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Syracuse, NY ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Syracuse Types of activities Where to stay [Syracuse travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse.dx601764) ![Clinton Square featuring a city, a garden and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066123/fdb9e53e-f458-4c14-902f-a97b1ad9ffbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Clinton Square featuring a city, a garden and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066123/fdb9e53e-f458-4c14-902f-a97b1ad9ffbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Syracuse which includes flowers and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601764/1fdeeda3-9f69-4fbb-8c73-b74191b7073d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Landmark Theatre featuring interior views and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127035/887f49e7-3ce3-47d0-a09c-349bd7307c64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Syracuse featuring modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601764/373334ef-b80b-4b72-b2ed-4e6cac0c02f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Syracuse Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Syracuse has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Syracuse, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Syracuse with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Syracuse Syracuse is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Syracuse, and make it a breeze to explore Syracuse and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Syracuse to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Syracuse, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Syracuse. #### Syracuse attractions Syracuse has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Syracuse to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Syracuse. Looking for things to do in Syracuse can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Syracuse or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Syracuse attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Syracuse | Number of things to do | 7 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Self-Guided Syracuse Scavenger Hunt: At The Centre Of New York!](/things-to-do/self-guided-syracuse-scavenger-hunt-at-the-centre-of-new-york.a2562604.activity-details): £9 | | Top 5 things to do | [1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Syracuse](/things-to-do/45-minute-walk-in-axe-throwing-experience-syracuse.a797601.activity-details)[1 Hour Shared Archery in Syracuse](/things-to-do/1-hour-shared-archery-in-syracuse.a47015851.activity-details)[1 Hr Syracuse Axe Throwing](/things-to-do/1-hr-syracuse-axe-throwing.a46299657.activity-details)[Syracuse Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity](/things-to-do/syracuse-scavenger-hunt-walking-activity.a51309425.activity-details)[Syracuse NY Private Walking Tour](/things-to-do/syracuse-ny-private-walking-tour.a50900305.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Syracuse](/things-to-do/45-minute-walk-in-axe-throwing-experience-syracuse.a797601.activity-details)[1 Hour Shared Archery in Syracuse](/things-to-do/1-hour-shared-archery-in-syracuse.a47015851.activity-details)[1 Hr Syracuse Axe Throwing](/things-to-do/1-hr-syracuse-axe-throwing.a46299657.activity-details)[Syracuse Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity](/things-to-do/syracuse-scavenger-hunt-walking-activity.a51309425.activity-details)[Syracuse NY Private Walking Tour](/things-to-do/syracuse-ny-private-walking-tour.a50900305.activity-details) | | With kids | [1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Syracuse](/things-to-do/45-minute-walk-in-axe-throwing-experience-syracuse.a797601.activity-details) | ## What to do in Syracuse --- ### Popular places to visit ![Corner of Waverly Ave. and Walnut Place](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066117/2818e3ff-c6c3-4869-8dcf-ef07c0209e6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Syracuse University 4/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-University-Syracuse.d6066117.Attraction) ![What's new at the New York State fair? The Broadway Skyliner, a new, permanent skyride that will be running the length of the midway. “It goes about 1,400 feet from the east end to the west end and will take about seven minutes,” says the fair's acting director Troy Waffner. Take a ride on this and you’ll get a beautiful birds-eye view of the fairgrounds!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6164955/72a346fc-2dfe-4fe3-98a8-db7cf3780bd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### New York State Fairgrounds Enjoy a stop at New York State Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Syracuse. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-York-State-Fairgrounds-Syracuse.d6164955.Attraction) ![Bar none the coolest welcome center in any state in any city I have ever visited. You could smell the Finger Lakes coffee there was a big I Love NY icon to take pictures and brochures and interactive screens to plan your Upstate New York visit. Also it’s uniquely located in America’s](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601764/abd31b76-a819-43fd-97af-be047bf1d2a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Destiny USA 4.5/5(4 reviews) During your visit to Syracuse, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Destiny USA. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Destiny-USA-Lakefront.d6215013.Attraction) ![Carrier Dome](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066119/d11f92f0-eef5-4c6c-8134-825868d32697.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### JMA Wireless Dome College basketball, football and lacrosse have never seen more enthusiastic crowds than those inside this stadium on the campus of Syracuse University. [](https://expedia.co.uk/JMA-Wireless-Dome-Eastside.d6066119.Attraction) ![Armory Square featuring a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6163997/e86714a7-2c4f-4613-885b-ec3748e247f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Armory Square 4/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Armory-Square-Downtown-Syracuse.d6163997.Attraction) ![Landmark Theatre showing heritage elements and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127035/78dc55ff-4986-4d3e-8ec9-6d6f5a1e0d2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Landmark Theatre See Broadway musicals, comedy or rock shows at this beautiful and supposedly haunted 1920s venue just off Syracuse’s Armory Square. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Landmark-Theatre-Downtown-Syracuse.d6127035.Attraction) ![Rosamond Gifford Zoo showing marine life as well as children](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066111/39e86045-8bdd-4898-a718-ab90b1ff3c31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rosamond Gifford Zoo Get inspired by playful otters, serene swans, fascinating elephants, sophisticated snow leopards and many more mammals at this beloved Syracuse institution. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rosamond-Gifford-Zoo-Westside.d6066111.Attraction) ![Museum of Science and Technology featuring interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066115/8d7f046d-e03a-45aa-9f55-5446be962cfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Museum-Of-Science-And-Technology-Downtown-Syracuse.d6066115.Attraction) ![Clinton Square featuring a city, a garden and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066123/fdb9e53e-f458-4c14-902f-a97b1ad9ffbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Clinton-Square-Downtown-Syracuse.d6066123.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Syracuse ![Clinton Square featuring a city, a garden and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066123/fdb9e53e-f458-4c14-902f-a97b1ad9ffbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Syracuse 3.5/5(3 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Downtown-Syracuse.dx6056151) ![Greek God!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601764/94d5306c-9389-4fc5-aa29-5698889ffef2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Eastside While visiting Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like JMA Wireless Dome and E.M. Mills Rose Garden. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Eastside.dx553248635976473381) ![Aerial View Over Downtown Cape Vincent New York Marina Saint Lawrence River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000449047/4c3f7b87-1032-43f5-8e46-21be43354ef0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lakefront If you're spending some time in Lakefront, Destiny USA and NBT Bank Stadium are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Lakefront.dx553248635976468878) ![Syracuse Saving Bank,Clinton Square,Syracuse,New York State](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481938/b211e98b-6d45-4791-8f4d-096000d0f547.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Southside.dx553248635976481938) ![Christmas in Syracuse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976008438/cd9f3d6c-2bcb-4d06-8dca-6a2eae9587dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Westside When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Armory Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Westside.dx553248635976008438) ![Assumption on North Salina Street in Northside Syracuse, New York State, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/896710105794568192/dfb34c01-094a-4012-bc69-3999f05b35e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Northside If you're spending some time in Northside, ArtRage Gallery and Museum of International Masks and Puppets are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Syracuse-Northside.dx896710105794568192) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Syracuse ![Onondaga Lake Park featuring a lake or waterhole and fishing as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6185539/db4a03f1-3219-4de1-bc2d-159f23789e31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Liverpool ![Baldwinsville, NY](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55569/ccecc323-b8fd-4015-abf4-9031c5fbb299.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Baldwinsville ![Rosamond Gifford Zoo featuring bird life and zoo animals as well as an individual female](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066111/1aef1d64-40e8-46c9-8b42-db4d3b6f8fbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Solvay ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Syracuse worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Syracuse? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Syracuse? ### Is three days enough to stay in Syracuse? ### Is Syracuse a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Syracuse with kids? > - [1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Syracuse](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/45-minute-walk-in-axe-throwing-experience-syracuse.a797601.activity-details) ### What to do in Syracuse for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Syracuse? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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