Research Guides: International Students' Guide: Local Area Information

City of Syracuse

Visit Syracuse
Discover information ranging from local restaurants and hotels to attractions and activities around the city.

There are plenty of great sites and resources outside of the University as well! Below is some local information on the city of Syracuse and surrounding Onondaga County.

City of Syracuse Official Website
Learn more about the city of Syracuse, including its public events, services, and municipal departments.
Onondaga County Public Library
Get more books and resources from the local public library system at one of its many locations.
The Post-Standard - Syracuse NY Newspaper
Read about local news, sports, and entertainment.
Syracuse Weather - AccuWeather Forecast
Check out this week's weather, as well as each month's average temperatures.

Traveling Around Syracuse

Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR)
Check flight information, available airlines, and ground transportation to and from Syracuse's closest airport.

Discover the many ways you can travel both around and outside of Syracuse.

Centro Bus System
Look up schedule and route information (within Syracuse) on the local public transportation system.
Amtrak - Syracuse Train Station
Find out where you can travel (outside of Syracuse) by train.
Greyhound Bus Lines
Find out where you can travel (outside of Syracuse) by bus.

Ask Us!

You can also contact the SU Libraries in a variety of ways, including in person at our service desks or via:

Text: 315-464-0744

Chat: Select the "Chat" link on our website.

Phone: 315-443-4083

E-mail: libref@syr.edu

Local Emergency Information

Syracuse Police Department

For off-campus emergencies, please call 911.

(For on-campus emergencies, please call 711 from a campus phone.)