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The Best Spots in Syracuse, NY #visitUS
Erie Canal Museum is one of The Best Spots in Syracuse, NY #visitUS.

1. Erie Canal Museum

8.4
318 Erie Blvd E, Syracuse, NY
History Museum · Downtown Syracuse · 7 tips and reviews

VisitSyracuseVisitSyracuse: Housed in an original 1850 Weighlock Building, this museum includes a full-size replica of a canal boat with crew quarters, interactive displays, maps, treasures & more for you to discover.

2. Salt Museum

5.6
1 Onondaga Lake Pkwy, Liverpool, NY
Museum · 4 tips and reviews

Syracuse UniversitySyracuse University: In the late 1700s & 1800s, this salt plant produced nearly all the nation's salt. Many of the workers were Irish, thus the dish of Salt Potatoes became famous here. Read more.

Green Lakes State Park is one of The Best Spots in Syracuse, NY #visitUS.

3. Green Lakes State Park

9.2
7900 Green Lakes Rd, Fayetteville, NY
State or Provincial Park · 31 tips and reviews

VisitSyracuseVisitSyracuse: Features 2 glacial lakes surrounded by upland forest. Features an 18-hole golf course, beach, athletic fields, snowshoeing, & 10 miles of trails for cross-country skiing & hiking.

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is one of The Best Spots in Syracuse, NY #visitUS.

4. Dinosaur Bar-B-Que

9.3
246 W Willow St (at N Franklin St), Syracuse, NY
BBQ Joint · Downtown Syracuse · 264 tips and reviews

Syracuse UniversitySyracuse University: This used to be a mobile concession stand, originally built to provide food to motorcycle bikers. It became a full service restaurant in 1988 and is a popular stop whenever people visit Syracuse.  Read more.

Carrier Dome is one of The Best Spots in Syracuse, NY #visitUS.

5. Carrier Dome

900 Irving Ave, Syracuse, NY
College Football Field · 103 tips and reviews

Syracuse UniversitySyracuse University: When it’s game time, the Carrier Dome lives up to its nickname — “The Loudhouse.” Don't forget to try the Dome Stomp: stand in between the outer ridges of the building and jump! Read more.

Everson Museum of Art is one of The Best Spots in Syracuse, NY #visitUS.

6. Everson Museum of Art

8.0
401 Harrison St (S State St), Syracuse, NY
Art Museum · Downtown Syracuse · 15 tips and reviews

VisitSyracuseVisitSyracuse: This building was one of I.M. Pei's first designs and features the most significant collection of American ceramics in the US. You'll also find rotating exhibits, children's interactive gallery & more Read more.

7. Matilda Joslyn Gage Home

210 E Genesee St, Fayetteville, NY
Historic and Protected Site · 2 tips and reviews

8. Stickley Furniture Museum

Fayetteville, NY
History Museum · No tips or reviews
New York State Fairgrounds is one of The Best Spots in Syracuse, NY #visitUS.

9. New York State Fairgrounds

7.9
581 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY
Arts and Entertainment · 111 tips and reviews

Christina M.Christina M.: $1 baked potato in the horticulture building, 25 cent milk in the dairy building and the dollar pint of ice cream :)

Heid's Of Liverpool is one of The Best Spots in Syracuse, NY #visitUS.

10. Heid's Of Liverpool

8.7
305 Oswego St (Onondaga Lake Pkwy.), Liverpool, NY
Hot Dog Joint · 42 tips and reviews

SunnySunny: A red and a white do the trick at this Syracuse landmark. Heid's has been serving up the best since 1917. Seen on Man Vs. Food!

11. Clark Reservation State Park

7.6
6105 E Seneca Tpke (btw Sewickly Dr & Bamerick Rd), Jamesville, NY
State or Provincial Park · 10 tips and reviews

DrewDrew: Hike the trails!

Beak And Skiff Apple Farm is one of The Best Spots in Syracuse, NY #visitUS.

12. Beak And Skiff Apple Farm

9.0
4472 Cherry Valley Turnpike, LaFayette, NY
Farm · 39 tips and reviews

Kelly L.Kelly L: Great place for apples and all things Fall, just south of Syracuse. Right down the road from the Apple Festival too!

13. Saranac Brewery (F.X. Matt Brewing Co.)

8.9
830 Varick St, Utica, NY
Brewery · West Utica · 47 tips and reviews

Susan 🌿 E.Susan 🌿 E: The Brewery's '1888 Tavern' is one of the city's gems!

Mirbeau Inn & Spa Skaneateles is one of The Best Spots in Syracuse, NY #visitUS.

14. Mirbeau Inn & Spa Skaneateles

8.6
851 West Genesee Street, Skaneateles, NY
Resort · 19 tips and reviews

VisitSyracuseVisitSyracuse: Perfect for a romantic getaway or a short escape with friends. Mirbeau blends gracious hospitality, award-winning dining and a world class spa into a relaxing vacation experience.

Clinton Square Ice Rink is one of The Best Spots in Syracuse, NY #visitUS.

15. Clinton Square Ice Rink

Skating Rink · 2 tips and reviews

VisitSyracuseVisitSyracuse: Skating begins the last week of November and runs until March 11th. Open weather permitting, so call in advance 315- 423-0129. Anyone 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

16. Turning Stone Resort Casino

8.4
5218 Patrick Rd, Verona, NY
Casino · 82 tips and reviews

Gina R.Gina Renee: Take the bus from Syracuse. It's $18 and you get a $15 free play for the slots or $15 in Bingo Bucks and a $7 dining card to eat.

17. Highland Forest

8.2
Fabius, NY
Hiking Trail · 6 tips and reviews

VisitSyracuseVisitSyracuse: Be sure to visit any time of the year for breathtaking views from Skyline Lodge. Horseback riding, hayrides & sleighrides, picnic areas, cross-country skiing & mountain biking.

18. Labrador Hollow Unique Area

7.7
4WD Road (at Labrador Crossroad), Tully, NY
Hiking Trail · 4 tips and reviews

Lisa D.Lisa Daly: Beautiful boardwalk over the bog area next to Labrador Pond. Hang gliding jump off point nearby. Read more.

19. China Road

7.4
2204 Brewerton Rd, Syracuse, NY
Chinese Restaurant · 21 tips and reviews

Gina M.Gina Masullo: Best Chinese food in Syracuse, but you MUST order off the Chinese menu (not the English one.) The chicken-chunk in caserole is one of our favorites as it hot and sour soup, and spicy noddles with beef

Grimaldi's Luna Park is one of The Best Spots in Syracuse, NY #visitUS.

20. Grimaldi's Luna Park

6.5
6430 Yorktown Cir, East Syracuse, NY
Fast Food Restaurant · 8 tips and reviews
Lemon Grass is one of The Best Spots in Syracuse, NY #visitUS.

21. Lemon Grass

7.9
238 W Jefferson St, Syracuse, NY
Thai Restaurant · 27 tips and reviews
Landmark Theatre is one of The Best Spots in Syracuse, NY #visitUS.

22. Landmark Theatre

8.7
362 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY
Theater · 24 tips and reviews

Syracuse UniversitySyracuse University: Historic theater built in 1928, once home to silent films now hosts concerts, movies and a popular ghost tour.