Things to do in Syracuse
Step outside our doors and find a variety of things to do in Syracuse. Shop at Destiny USA Mall, formerly known as the Carousel Center Mall, grab a bite in the historic Armory Square or feed your curiosity at the Museum of Science and Technology. While our Syracuse University hotel has activities to spare, there are so many things to do in Syracuse that will keep you active from morning until night. Our guests enjoy coming to the annual hot air balloon festival, Farmer's Markets, Jazz Fest and arts & crafts festivals. Plus, all the great fishing and gorgeous lakes are ideal for a relaxing weekend away.
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Marshall Street - 0.1 miles Marshall Street is a street in the University Hill neighborhood, adjacent to Syracuse University. It is the main off-campus commercial street for students at the university. Often referred to as "M" Street, Marshall street has a number of popular student bars including Faegan's Pub, Harry's Bar, Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar and Chuck's Cafe. |
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Oncenter Convention Center Complex - 0.6 miles 800 South State Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 A three-city-block facility located in the heart of Syracuse, New York, The Oncenter, an SMG managed facility, has flexible meeting, convention, banquet and event space to accommodate groups and functions of all sizes. |
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Everson Museum of Art - 0.6 miles |
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Destiny USA /Carousel Center - 3 miles 304 Hiawatha Blvd. W., Syracuse, NY 13290 | (315) 466-6000 Destiny USA, previously known as the Carousel Center from 1990-2012, is a six-story super-regional shopping and entertainment complex on the shore of Onondaga Lake in Syracuse. It is the sixth largest shopping center in the nation and the largest in the state of New York. |
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Farmer’s Market – 4 miles 2100 Park St Syracuse, NY 13208 | (315) 422-8647 The Regional Market is not limited to just farm stands. Take advantage of local fare and shop from a variety of boutiques for unique gifts and home accents. Enjoy specialty or traditional menus when you stop for a bite in any of a number of local eateries just steps from shopping. |
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NBT Bank Stadium - 4 miles 1 Tex Simone Drive, Syracuse, NY 13208 | (315) 435-1412 The NBT Bank Stadium is an 11,071-seat minor league baseball stadium in Syracuse. The stadium opened in 1997, replacing the aging MacArthur Stadium which had been home to Syracuse's professional baseball team since 1934. It is home to the Syracuse Chiefs, the Triple-A affiliate of the Washington Nationals. |
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M&T Jazz Fest - 5 miles |
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