Recently voted Best BBQ in America by ABC’s “Good Morning America Weekend” viewers, the original Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is a Syracuse landmark. Don’t leave without trying the Wango Tango BBQ Sauce!
A trendy spot for shopping, dining and nightlife. It's the place to be. It's easily walkable and a leisurely browse is half the fun.
See the beautiful buildings of "old Syracuse" that surround this historic square which is filled with festivals all summer long and ice skating in the winter.
Swing by campus to see the Hall of Languages, which inspired the design of the movie version of "The Adams Family" home. Don't forget to kiss your sweetie on the Kissing Bench either!
Home to Syracuse University basketball, football & lacrosse teams; "The Loudhouse" is the largest domed stadium in the Northeast & largest on-campus basketball arena, seating 50,000. Leer más.
Get some warm baked goodness at any time here. The only thing you have to be careful of is that they deliver! Dangerous ;)
One of my favorite places year-round, but a great place to take a walk in the fall ~ make sure to walk Round Lake, which is right behind Green Lake. Dog-friendly park :)
Visit the Golden Harvest Festival in Sept. Fresh donuts, cider, free canoeing, crafts, music. So much fun!
The largest rotating selection of draught pulls in Syracuse. Pair it with one of their delicious sandwiches for a great lunchtime spot.
Stop into this bakery in Syracuse's Little Italy district. A cannoli may be your cup of tea, but The Godfather Sandwich & a pastachotte is pure heaven.
With over 170 specialty shops, 6 major department stores, 5 full-service restaurants, a vintage carousel & a 19-screen movie complex, Carousel is CNY's top shopping destination.
Varsity has been a landmark on the SU campus for more than 80 years. It's a favorite spot for SU fans to share their #OrangeSpirit before games. Leer más.
A true treasure, Anyela's Vineyards sits hillside high above Skaneateles Lake. Sample a wide variety of fabulous wines and enjoy the spectacular and breathtaking view.
Take in a gorgeous Lake Ontario sunset while having some delicious fish and chips on a summer night.
Grab a massage at one of the best little spots in downtown Syracuse. The owner Melissa is simply a doll!
Experience the sushi train! Food always tastes better when you get to choose it off a conveyor belt right? Half price Mondays can get packed!
Hit up this local brewpub spot for their infamous Blues Brunch on Sundays. Delicious breakfast pizza and live music!
Hands-on exhibits, planetarium shows & lively science demonstrations make this a can't-miss attraction. Home to the only domed IMAX theater in Upstate NY!
If you have a serious sweet tooth, stop by this local chocolatier's shop! The peanut butter hedgies are a popular choice, but the honey & lavender bites are this shop's hidden treasure.
Historic theater built in 1928, once home to silent films now hosts concerts, movies and a popular ghost tour.
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!
While there are many Wegmans stores in the area, this one is the big daddy of them all. Do some food shopping, eat some lunch in the giant dining area...you may never leave ;)
A great little zoo with a new elephant exhibit, super friendly penguins, and adorable baby tigers :)
Have a night of decadence with a glass of wine & a divine dessert. Oh you wanted dinner too? Try the delicious Maria, Maria Panini.
Relax in this super chill tea lounge. Everything from chai to bubble tea on the menu. If you really want to see a tea presentation, order the Iron Buddha.
The ultimate in late night pizza. These pie slingers have fun with the crowds and don't even flinch when you stumble up to the counter ;)
A nice little art museum with great rotating exhibits and free Wednesday morning concerts. My favorite are the lorelei vases! See if you can find them :)
For carb hounds, a fresh hot loaf of stretch bread and a container of spicy tomato oil can make for a fabulous picnic.
Grab a light sandwich or if your sweet tooth is bothering you, satisfy it with one of their oversized chocolate chip cookies!
Don't worry about stopping in for some of the best turtles in town, you can always make a few laps around the square to walk it off ;)
A great place for a little lunch and definitely some sweet treats! They also serve Starbucks coffee and make wedding cakes. Such a great little bake shop!
All the fun of fall happens here, from getting trucked out into the orchard to pick your own apples, an apple tasting room, activities for kids, vodka distillery AND winery!
