City of Syracuse
Syracuse University is located in the heart of New York state, resting atop a hill overlooking the City of Syracuse. The sprawling campus is just a short walk, drive or bus ride away from downtown.
Visit the City of Syracuse website for information on public services, upcoming events, and more.
Things to Do in Syracuse
Arts and Entertainment
Syracuse is a regional hub for entertainment and is home to museums, art galleries, performance spaces and more. The city hosts multiple events each year, including The Great New York State Fair — a student favorite. Some of our students’ other favorite entertainment venues are the go-carts and movie theater at the local mall, Destiny USA.
The city’s squares and parks host food, music, and cultural festivals throughout the year. Some favorites include the Taste of Syracuse, Winterfest, Polish Fest, Greek Fest, and the NY State Blues Fest and the AmeriCU Syracuse Arts and Crafts Festival.
Dining
Experience local, national and international dining options in Syracuse and the surrounding villages. Whether you are looking for a diner, coffee shop, food court or fine dining experience, Syracuse has a variety of restaurants that will satisfy your craving.
Shopping
Syracuse is home to the eighth largest mall in America, Destiny USA, with familiar large retail chains and a wing of discount outlet stores. If you step off campus or take a short trip downtown, you’ll find a wide variety of local boutiques and shops. Close to campus, you’ll also find supermarkets, as well as small grocers and international food markets.
City of Syracuse Facts
The fifth-largest city in the state, Syracuse offers the cultural and business advantages of a midsize city surrounded by expanses of open space and wilderness.
- #3 most secure large metropolitan area in the nation
- 144 hotels and other accommodations
- #17 greenest city in America
- #1 in snowfall for metropolitan areas in the nation
- 662,000 residents in the greater Syracuse metropolitan area