Living in Syracuse
Syracuse is located in Central New York—the heart of New York State—approximately 265 miles northwest of New York City, with Boston, Toronto, Buffalo within a few hours travel distance.
"What I enjoy most about Syracuse, NY is its location. If I drive 5 minutes in one direction, I'm in the middle of downtown. If I drive 10 minutes in the opposite direction, I can be at a cider mill, or at a state park, or Onondaga Lake. It's perfect. There's an environment and a vibe for everyone and every day, depending on what you're up for. I am never at a loss for something fun to do when I find some free time."—Sarah K.
The Salt City
Syracuse, NY has something for everyone!
The sports fan can attend hockey, baseball, and football games, including University events at the Dome. If the arts are more your style, catch an award winning show at the Landmark Theatre or make your way to the Syracuse Stage. After you're finished, you can walk the streets of the many different "squares" downtown Syracuse has to offer and explore retail shops and restaurants.
Check out what life is like in downtown Syracuse, NY!
Transportation
- Amtrak train schedules
- Hancock International Airport is located 6 miles from downtown Syracuse, is serviced by 10 major airlines, including JetBlue, US Airways, United, Northwest, Continental, and American.
- Centro Bus Lines—Many Centro buses travel through the Syracuse University on a regular basis and travel to destinations such as the the Regional Transportation Center, Destiny USA shopping mall, and other locations frequented by SU students, including downtown Syracuse. From the College Place bus stop, hop on the free Connective Corridor bus and stop at Armory Square for some food, shopping, and entertainment. Centro has some useful tools available for students and visitors—a Bus Tracker and a Trip Planner.
- Syracuse University campus shuttle
- Car sharing (Zipcar)
- Selected taxi services
Top Local Attractions
- Armory Square (Syracuse shopping district)
- Beak and Skiff Apple Orchards (Lafayette, NY)
- CNY Jazz
- Destiny Mall
- Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
- Erie Canal Museum
- The Great New York State Fair (Syracuse, NY)
- Greek Peak Mountain Resort (Cortland, NY—skiing and more)
- Green Lakes State Park
- Harriet Tubman National Historical Park (Auburn, NY)
- Landmark Theatre
- Museum of Science & Technology
- NBT Bank Stadium (Syracuse Chiefs baseball)
- Onondaga Historical Association Museum
- Onondaga Lake Park
- Onondaga War Memorial (Syracuse Crunch hockey and more)
- Rosamond Gifford Zoo
- St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview
- Syracuse Stage
- Turning Stone Resport & Casino (Verona, NY)
- Wescott Neighborhood (A vibrant district near the University)
- Women’s Rights National Historical Park (Seneca Falls, NY)
VisitSyracuse.com
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- Performing Arts
- Wine & Breweries
- Professional Sports
- Outdoor Activities
- Festivals
Beyond 'Cuse
- Onondaga County Parks
- Visit Central New York
- I Love NY/Central New York
- NYS Department of Recreation
- Visit the Finger Lakes/Wine Country
- The Adirondacks
- The Catskills