Location: Syracuse
Top Things to do in Syracuse
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Syracuse is a city of hills, valleys, lakes and streams. The city sits on the shore of lakes Onondaga, is within 20 miles of the beautiful Finger Lakes region and 30 miles from Lake Ontario. Syracuse offers big-city amenities with a small-town feel: a symphony orchestra, an opera company, professional sports teams, museums and art galleries. Planning a summer trip? Don't miss the Great New York State Fair at the Empire Expo center. Planning a winter trip? Bundle up - Syracuse is renowned for its snowy winters
Restaurants in Syracuse
1. Sampling Syracuse Food Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 130 reviews
Sampling Syracuse Food Tours will provide you with a delicious and unique way to discover Downtown Syracuse. Our 3 hour walking tour includes stops at award winning restaurants where participants will sample local fare as well as visit and learn about cultural and historic landmarks.
2. Museum of Intrigue
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 55 reviews
The Museum of Intrigue is a theatrical adventure for all ages. Come in and find an immersive world that needs your help to save the day. Choose the story that you want to experience from our bookshelf, and start your adventure. We have stories that average anywhere from 20-60 minutes, however, we don't time you! Take your time to enjoy the whole museum, interacting with strange characters, and seeing its mysteries unfold as you play, move, solve, riddle, and discover.
Reviewed By 843sherryk
We have been there a few times and enjoyed each time. My daughter who doesn't often like to do family activities loves it and looks forward to doing it each time we come up. this time we were a large group of 8 people. We played the Salem witch game.You have to go around the museum finding clues and solving puzzles. The one we played we had to guest 2 people in the group who were the witches. The witches could also put curses on other players. For each puzzle you solved you eared coins. At the ed you put coins in a box to vote for who you thought were the witches. If you guested right, they were burned at the stake otherwise the one with the most coins was burned at the stake . Our group included a grandfather, mother and father, uncle and aunt, and three adult children. The museum is in Destiny Mall which also has many other forms of entertainment in it.
3. Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 880 reviews
Founded in 1914, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park is home to more than 700 animals representing 275 species, many of them endangered or threatened in the wild. As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA), we are among only 236 zoos and aquariums in the nation proven to meet the highest standards of animal care, conservation and guest experience. We are dedicated to connecting people to the natural world by providing engaging experiences, exceptional animal welfare, and unparalleled conservation education. The zoo is co-operated by Onondaga County Parks and the Friends of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo with the mission to provide guests “the best day ever,” ensuring experiences that excite, memories that endure, and knowledge that inspires world wildlife conservation.
Reviewed By dianewA8715AR - Liverpool, United States
We visited the zoo yesterday and were very fortunate to see animals playing, eating and enjoying their environment. The elephants, bears, tiger with her 3 month old cubs, birds, panda, flamingos, and all the animals made the afternoon observing and reading the posted information about them, definitely a wonderful and educational experience. If you live in the area, visiting or just passing through, stop and visit the Zoo!
4. Great American Bike Tours
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Great American Bike Tours has an adventure for cyclists of every age and ability. We offer the BEST cycling tours in the USA to amazing destinations such as New England, The US Eastern Shore, Cape Cod & Martha's Vineyard, Canada, The Erie Canal, The Katy Trail and so much more. Check us out and experience for yourself why we are #1 for cycling in the USA!
5. Syracuse Stage
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By jessicaeH8196TN - Myrtle Beach, United States
Saw Beauty and the Beast at Disney World and my family and I agreed that Syracuse Stages performance completely out-performed our Disney show. It was amazing! I brought two little ones and they loved it as well! I used to live in Syracuse and only come to visit once a year now. My family and I will definitely be back another performance!
6. NBT Bank Stadium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 144 reviews
Reviewed By jaycuse96 - Syracuse, United States
Syracuse offers a Big League atmosphere at a Triple A price. Major upgrades are also on the way for 2020 and 2021. Plenty of parking, easy access from the NY State Thruway and Route 81. The stadium is on a campus with the Train and bus Stations, the Regional Farmers Market, and International Foods store. Opposite NBT Stadium is the massive DESTINY USA entertainment/mall, the 6th largest in North America. Several hotels are also very close including the brand new Embassy Suites Hotel. The stadium is ultra-clean, and well-staffed. Food prices are slightly lower than most Triple A teams.
7. Syracuse Chiefs
8. Magic Circle Children's Theatre
9. Clinton Square Ice Rink
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By 440shellyc - Auburn, United States
Skating here is always a great experience. We try to do it at least once a year. This year is a little different where you have to make reservations and only 9 people are allowed on the ice at a session. The sessions are 1 1/2 hours and well worth the money. I have my own skates so I can't tell you anything about how the rentals are. The tree and christmas music are wonderful and the people working are incredibly friendly.
10. The Great New York State Fair
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 239 reviews
The Great New York State Fair is America's first and oldest state fair. It is a massive music festival, with more than 500 free performances over 13 days, highlighted by the daily shows by national touring acts on the Chevy Court stage. It features one of the largest midways, with approximately 90 rides and many games. The Fair is a food festival, with more than 200 vendors offering everything from the standard to unique and crazy food creations. Signature foods include the cup of perfectly chilled chocolate or white milk at the Rainbow Milk Bar, the $1 baked potato or sweet potato with all the fixings, and the sausage sandwich with peppers and onions that every politician absolutely must have before leaving. Animals of all kinds. Jugglers, characters, and all types of street entertainment. Fine arts. You can witness the miracle of birth in the Dairy Cow Birthing Center. Sample for free and buy some of the best foods made in New York State. And so much more.
Reviewed By quigs51 - Syracuse, United States
This venue includes rides, food , exhibits ..livestock..bars ..music...camping... Competitions....rated the best state fair in the country...live music events across The street... a must see...good for all ages..look for free admission
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