11 days in Syracuse & Utica Itinerary

Syracuse is a city in, and the county seat of, Onondaga County, New York, in the United States. Attractions like The Strong National Museum of Play and Roberson Museum and Science Center make great kid-friendly stops. Change things up with these side-trips from Syracuse: National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House (in Rochester), Corning (St Mary's Church, Corning Museum of Glass, &more) and Cortland Rural Cemetery (in Cortland). Next up on the itinerary: tour the pleasant surroundings at Greek Peak Mountain Resort, examine the collection at National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, contemplate the waterfront views at Hudson River, and get a taste of the local shopping with Destiny USA.

To see maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Syracuse trip planner.

Orlando to Syracuse is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Orlando in December, expect Syracuse to be cooler, temps between 38°F and 25°F. You will have some time to spend on the 6th (Sun) before leaving for Utica.

Utica is a city in the Mohawk Valley and the county seat of Oneida County, New York, United States. Family-friendly places like Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute and Oneida County Historical Society will thrill your kids. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Utica: Fort Klock (in Saint Johnsville), Fort Herkimer Church (in Mohawk) and Friends of Rogers (in Sherburne). And it doesn't end there: pause for some serene contemplation at St. Joseph & St. Patrick Church, make a trip to Old Fort Johnson, ski along the peaceful trails at Lapland Lake Cross Country Ski Center, and admire the striking features of Kirkland Library.

To find other places to visit, photos, maps, and tourist information, use the Utica online vacation planner.

You can drive from Syracuse to Utica in an hour. In December in Utica, expect temperatures between 36°F during the day and 23°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Fri) so you can travel back home.