The best museums in Syracuse in September 2025

These are the top 5 best museums in Syracuse, United States, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Syracuse? These are the best ones:

  1. Rosamond Gifford Zoo At Burnet Park1

    Rosamond Gifford Zoo At Burnet Park

     Syracuse, NY
    The Rosamond Gifford Zoo is a zoological garden situated in Burnet Park, Syracuse, in the state of New York. It is owned and managed by the Onondaga County Parks. The zoo is home to over 200 species of animals, making it a diverse and engaging destination for visitors of all ages.
  2. Erie Canal Museum2

    Erie Canal Museum

     Syracuse, NY
    The Erie Canal Museum, located in Syracuse, New York, is a historical institution dedicated to the Erie Canal. Founded in 1962, the museum is housed in the Syracuse Weighlock Building, a structure dating back to 1850. This building was used as a weighlock, a large scale used to weigh boats traveling on the Erie Canal to determine their tolls, from 1850 to 1883. Today, the museum not only houses artifacts from the Erie Canal but also showcases the present canal life.
  3. Museum of Science and Technology3

    Museum of Science and Technology

     Syracuse, NY
    The Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology, often referred to as the MOST, is situated in the Armory Square neighborhood of Downtown Syracuse, New York. This location is easily accessible and offers a variety of other attractions in the vicinity, making it a convenient stop for tourists visiting the city.
  4. Everson Museum of Art4

    Everson Museum of Art

     Syracuse, NY
    The Everson Museum of Art, situated in Downtown Syracuse, New York, is a significant museum that primarily focuses on American art. Founded in 1897 by art historian George Fisk Comfort, the museum has a rich history and has been a cornerstone of the city's cultural scene for over a century. The museum's collection includes approximately 11,000 pieces of art, including paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and video art.
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    Light Work

     Syracuse, NY
    Light Work is a renowned photography center located in Syracuse, New York. It is situated within the premises of Syracuse University, specifically in the Robert B. Menschel Media Center. This artist-run nonprofit organization is dedicated to supporting photographers through various means, including a community-access digital lab facility, residencies, exhibitions, and publications.

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