Popular places to visit
Syracuse University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Syracuse University during your travels in Syracuse. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
New York State Fairgrounds
Enjoy a stop at New York State Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Syracuse. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.
JMA Wireless Dome
College basketball, football and lacrosse have never seen more enthusiastic crowds than those inside this stadium on the campus of Syracuse University.
Armory Square
Home to Syracuse’s highest concentration of bars and restaurants, this lively city square is the perfect place for a night out in Central New York.
Landmark Theatre
See Broadway musicals, comedy or rock shows at this beautiful and supposedly haunted 1920s venue just off Syracuse’s Armory Square.
Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Get inspired by playful otters, serene swans, fascinating elephants, sophisticated snow leopards and many more mammals at this beloved Syracuse institution.
Things to do
1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Syracuse
Top hotels in Southside
Comfort Inn & Suites Syracuse-Carrier Circle
The staff were very friendly. The room was comfortable. The bed was very comfortable. It was quiet clean and the included breakfast was really nice. Would recommend and would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Marriott Syracuse Downtown
Staff was incredibly supportive
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Super 8 by Wyndham Liverpool/Syracuse North Airport
n/a
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
The Craftsman Inn & Suites
Very good.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse Destiny USA
Good
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Tru By Hilton Syracuse North Airport Area
The rooms were spotless and fresh ! The hotel itself smelled fresh when you enter the hotel lobby ! Which is important. The Hotel clerk for check in were , kind, helpful, and very knowledgeable regarding the area and restaurants along with entertainment! The Hotel staff was attentive towards all ...
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southside
Strathmore
While there might not be top attractions in Strathmore, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Syracuse Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Armory Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Syracuse
Downtown Syracuse is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Landmark Theatre and Clinton Square while you're in town.
Eastside
While visiting Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like JMA Wireless Dome and Syracuse Stage.
Valley
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Valley and surrounding area, you can visit JMA Wireless Dome and Onondaga County War Memorial.
Lakefront
If you're spending some time in Lakefront, Destiny USA and Central New York Regional Market are top sights worth seeing.
