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Things to do in Syracuse, New York (NY): The Best Fun Activities & Games
Syracuse is a city of hills, valleys, lakes and streams. The city sits on the shore of lakes Onondaga, is within 20 miles of the beautiful Finger Lakes region and 30 miles from Lake Ontario. Syracuse offers big-city amenities with a small-town feel: a symphony orchestra, an opera company, professional sports teams, museums and art galleries. Planning a summer trip? Don't miss the Great New York State Fair at the Empire Expo center. Planning a winter trip? Bundle up - Syracuse is renowned for its snowy winters
Restaurants in Syracuse
1. Museum of Intrigue
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 55 reviews
The Museum of Intrigue is a theatrical adventure for all ages. Come in and find an immersive world that needs your help to save the day. Choose the story that you want to experience from our bookshelf, and start your adventure. We have stories that average anywhere from 20-60 minutes, however, we don't time you! Take your time to enjoy the whole museum, interacting with strange characters, and seeing its mysteries unfold as you play, move, solve, riddle, and discover.
Reviewed By 843sherryk
We have been there a few times and enjoyed each time. My daughter who doesn't often like to do family activities loves it and looks forward to doing it each time we come up. this time we were a large group of 8 people. We played the Salem witch game.You have to go around the museum finding clues and solving puzzles. The one we played we had to guest 2 people in the group who were the witches. The witches could also put curses on other players. For each puzzle you solved you eared coins. At the ed you put coins in a box to vote for who you thought were the witches. If you guested right, they were burned at the stake otherwise the one with the most coins was burned at the stake . Our group included a grandfather, mother and father, uncle and aunt, and three adult children. The museum is in Destiny Mall which also has many other forms of entertainment in it.
2. Central Rock Gym
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 34 reviews
We are so excited to bring Central Rock Gym to the great state of New York. CRG Syracuse is Central New York’s largest indoor rock climbing, fitness, and yoga facility. The facility includes 22,000 sq. ft. of climbing on 45 foot walls and dedicated fitness rooms for classes and workouts. As with all CRG locations, we have activities for climbers of all experience and ability levels, yoga classes, fitness classes, exercise equipment, birthday parties, summer camps, kids climbing teams, after school programs, competitions, events, corporate outings, and much more.
3. Far Shot Syracuse
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Archery, Axe Throwing, and Knife Throwing in Syracuse, NY. Plan your next group event with us! We don't just give you an axe, knife, or bow. We coach, host, and judge your private games! Plenty of free parking on site. Bookings are required, but we make it easy to book. Message us on social media, book on our website, shoot us an email, or call us! If you are looking to just drop-in with no reservations we are open for drop in Monday - Saturday 6-9pm! We cannot guarantee availability or coaches if you are dropping in, so make sure you book ahead!
4. Fairmount Glen Miniature Golf
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Fairmount Glen has enjoyed over 65 years of bringing Syracuse Miniature Golf At Its Best.SM Dubbed the Augusta National of Miniature Golf by the Syracuse Sporting Times winner of the Y94FM Best of The Burbs and voted Best Miniature Golf Course in Syracuse year after year by the Syracuse New Times readers Fairmount Glen is one of the areas finest miniature golf courses.
5. Clinton Square Ice Rink
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By 440shellyc - Auburn, United States
Skating here is always a great experience. We try to do it at least once a year. This year is a little different where you have to make reservations and only 9 people are allowed on the ice at a session. The sessions are 1 1/2 hours and well worth the money. I have my own skates so I can't tell you anything about how the rentals are. The tree and christmas music are wonderful and the people working are incredibly friendly.
6. Museum of Science & Technology (MOST)
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 308 reviews
The Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science & Technology is a preeminent science and technology institution, inspiring all generations through hands-on education and entertainment. The Museum is home to 35,000 square feet of exhibit space, the only domed IMAX in New York State and the Silverman Planetarium. The MOST offers an array of educational activities and is a great place to host a birthday party, company event or team meeting.
Reviewed By AYsTraveler
Even with the playhouse and planetarium closed due to COVID, there was plenty to do. We brought our 2 year old. He loved all the live animals, animatronic dinos, and the interactive play centers. There was a live animal show where they brought around 3 animals for the kids, and adults, to touch. Snake, tortoise, and armadillo. Down side were the out of service restrooms. There are 3 through the building. 2 were out of order. We spent 2 hours there, but would definitely spend 3 if everything were open.
7. WonderWorks
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 207 reviews
Experience more than 100 hands-on exhibits. Be blown away by hurricane winds, manuever the controls of a NASA spacecraft to land the shuttle, lay on a bed of nails, pilot a fighter jet, design and ride your own virtual roller coaster, experience a 4D extreme motion ride, compete in a game of lazer-tag and much more. While visiting, take part in the Canyon Climb Adventure. Suspended 70ft in the air its the World's largest indoor ropes challenge course. Purchase a combo package to SAVE.
Reviewed By ekallock
We visited WonderWorks with our children and their grandparents and had a fantastic time! The interactive exhibits had us all learning and laughing and sharing stories. The staff were kind and helpful and genuinely seemed to enjoy their work! I highly recommend a visit to WonderWorks for great fun for all ages.
8. 5 Wits Syracuse
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 96 reviews
5 Wits is cutting-edge, live-action entertainment that immerses you in realistic, hands-on adventures! Located in Destiny USA, we have four adventures: Tomb, Deep Space, Espionage, and Drago's Castle. Your Adventure Awaits!
Reviewed By Nicolellyn - Syracuse, United States
I have gone here twice now and loved both experiences! I went once with my family - a group of 5 adults - and another time with just me and my wife. It was definitely more challenging with just two of us, but we were able to complete it. If it's raining outside, or you want an adventure out of the heat in the AC, this is an awesome, unique way to have fun! Great way to use your brains and bond with your friends and family (you'll definitely be laughing throughout the whole thing). Some rooms are more challenging than others; I'd recommend starting with the castle/dragon one if you've never done it or have smaller children in your group. Either way, a great time for everyone! Highly recommend 5Wits!
9. Billy Beez
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 40 reviews
Journey into Billy's Rainforest and experience the adventure! Our 23,000 square foot Soft-Play Arena is the home of wildly twisting slides, a one-of-a-kind Ball Blaster Arena, bouncy trampolines, intricate obstacle courses, Sports Courts and so much more! This unique indoor playground offers safe, hands-on fun for both children and adults!
Reviewed By Kym_Keil - Oahu, United States
We had my daughter's 5th Birthday here! Helpful staff, always a clean facility & many of our guests commented that it was THE most fun party! So glad we went with Billy Beez for this special day! The pizza was fresh and delicious too!
