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Shopping, dining and entertainment to the max!! Welcome to Destiny USA, New York’s largest destination of its kind with over 250 places to shop, dine and play. Ride the antique carousel, savor the variety of eateries from Cheesecake Factory to Margaritaville to Texas de Brazil or have some fun at Dave & Buster’s. Enjoy retail and outlet brands like Apple, Nordstrom Rack, and Michael Kors as well as the world’s largest suspended ropes course at WonderWorks. Located 6 minutes south of our hotel!

The JMA Wireless Dome is housed on the campus of Syracuse University and is the home turf for the Syracuse Orange football, basketball, and lacrosse teams. You can also catch concerts, commencements, and other significant events in the stadium that can fit over 56,000 attendees! Our hotel takes you less than 15 minutes from this popular spot.

The New York State Fairgrounds is a 375-acre complex that hosts the annual New York State Fair. Hosted between late August and early September, the 13-day event showcases agriculture, entertainment, and technology. And, of course, fair food and rides! The fairgrounds host over 500 non-fair events throughout the year, including concerts, trade shows, and community activities.

Founded in 1870, Syracuse University is a private research university in Syracuse, New York. It's an excellent place for students to learn, with 13 schools and colleges offering various undergraduate and graduate programs. If nothing else, it's worth visiting Syracuse University to see the impressive campus buildings. You'll feel more like you're visiting a European city with a blend of historic castles and modern architecture. All with a backdrop of expansive green space!

The Historic Armory Square area of Downtown Syracuse features great dining, boutique retail shops, a real record store, the MOST and so much more! For the kids, the Museum of Science and Technology (MOST) offers hands on science fun and games. Armory Square is the hopping spot for night life with many bars offering specials. Close to festivals in Clinton Square. See the DowntownSyracuse.com for additional information.

Award-winning Dinosaur Bar-B-Que opened its original location here in Syracuse in 1988, selling only BBQ before opening the full bar in 1991. The main room seats up to 125 people and includes a stage with a sound system and a full bar. Rub elbows with businessmen, bikers and bluesmen as this smokin' restaurant! Off-site catering available as well as 2 banquet rooms upstairs for rent. And the food is, of course, AWESOME! This is a not-to-miss restaurant!

Home of the Syracuse Mets, AAA farm team of the NY Mets. Wonderful venue and only a 7 minute drive from our door to theirs! Located next to the Amtrak Station and close to Destiny USA.

The Landmark Theatre was born in the age of silent movies and has moved into the modern age as an eloquent home of great art performances. Listed on the United States Park Service National Register of Historical Places, the Syracuse treasure is noted for its historical and cultural significance. The best way to see this gem is to experience a live performance in the facility. Concerts, Broadway plays and more are offered at the Landmark Theatre. See LandmarkTheatre.org of details.

The Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology (the MOST) is a hands-on, kid friendly science and technology museum located in the Armory Square section of Downtown Syracuse. The Museum includes 35,000 square feet of exhibits, Science Shop, the only domed IMAX theater in New York State, and a planetarium. Discover, Learn & Play with 35,000 square feet of exhibits, awe-inspiring domed-IMAX films, immersive planetarium shows and hands-on educational activities and demonstrations!

The Rosamond Gifford Zoo, accredited by the Associations of Zoos and Aquariums, was founded in 1914. The zoo is dedicated to connecting people to the natural world by providing engaging guest experiences, exceptional animal care and conservation education. The Rosamond Gifford Zoo is home to more than 700 animals representing 216 different species, many of which are threatened or endangered. This is a great family friendly attraction which is open 363 days per year.

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Great fishing, boating, swimming and ice fishing in the winter! Enjoy Oneida Shores County Park which features camping, a playground and a great beach to cool off at. Home to BASS Tournaments each year.

Get out in nature at Onondaga Lake Park, a greenway stretching 8 miles along the eastern shore of sparkling Onondaga Lake. Walk, bike, picnic, and even swim at Onondaga Lake Park. Don't miss the east Shore Recreation Trail and the Shoreline Walking Trail! Both are excellent for family adventures or solo jaunts. You'll also find playgrounds, picnic areas, and even the Salt Museum, which explores the area’s historic salt industry and salt springs.

Syracuse Hancock International Airport is a public and military airport about 5 miles northeast of downtown Syracuse. The Syracuse Regional Airport Authority operates the airport as a gateway to Central New York. Fly to various domestic destinations and enjoy limited international flights as well. The airport features all the standard amenities, including restaurants, retail stores, and free Wi-Fi. Our shuttle takes you to the airport anytime.