Enter your search query in the box below.

Syracuse New York Map

Explore Syracuse, New York, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Syracuse, New York

How to Use This Syracuse, New York Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Syracuse, New York. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of New York or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Syracuse.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Syracuse
State	New York (NY)
County	Onondaga County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	43.048122
Longitude	-76.147424
Population	148,620
Density	2289.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	13202, 13210, 13201, 13203, 13204
Area Code	315
County Seat	Syracuse
School District	Syracuse City School District

🌦 Goto Syracuse Weather Page: Syracuse, New York — Weather Warnings, Forecast, Radar, Satellite & Current Conditions

About Syracuse, New York

Syracuse is a locality in Onondaga County, New York, United States. With a population of 148,620, Syracuse is a major urban centre in New York. The population density is 2289.9 people per km². Syracuse is located at 43.0481°N, 76.1474°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Syracuse is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 13202, 13210, 13201.

Syracuse defines the rugged character of the interior landscape through its intersection with the winding path of Onondaga Creek. It lies 2.1 miles northeast of Onondaga, NY (from Onondaga, NY: bearing 47°T), and is situated 9.6 miles south of Clay. The terrain here is shaped by a continental climate that brings heavy, persistent winters, turning the streets into corridors of white when the air grows sharp and still. Beyond the immediate urban center, the land rises into subtle elevations that hint at the distant presence of the Appalachian Mountains, visible only to those who know where to look toward the horizon. Residents often find solace in the proximity of City Of Syr Parks-Firefighter Land, which provides a quiet reprieve from the pace of daily affairs, while the nearby Hiawatha Lake remains a focal point for those seeking a moment of reflection by the water’s edge.

Industrial ambition drove the early development of Syracuse, transforming the region into a center of commerce fueled by the extraction of natural resources and the expansion of trade routes. The arrival of the canal system acted as a catalyst, drawing in laborers and entrepreneurs who sought to carve a future out of the fertile but demanding soil. This period of rapid growth established a foundation of resilience, as Syracuse evolved from a localized settlement into a hub of innovation that mirrored the broader industrial spirit of the era. The architecture in the older districts serves as a quiet record of this era, displaying the brick-and-mortar legacy of a time when the town solidified its position within the regional economy.

Economic life in Syracuse currently relies on a diverse base that spans healthcare, education, and professional services, providing a stable backbone for the surrounding region. Syracuse University stands as a pillar of the community, anchoring the local intellect and serving as a major employer that influences the rhythm of the academic calendar and the influx of new ideas. Infrastructure projects continue to modernize the flow of traffic and commerce, ensuring that the local industries remain connected to the wider state. When the workday concludes, the hum of activity shifts toward the university sectors and the commercial corridors, where the density of the population creates an atmosphere of persistent, focused energy.

Culture in Syracuse finds its most vocal expression in the collective devotion to collegiate athletics, where the local teams command a level of enthusiasm that permeates the entire social fabric. The calendar is punctuated by significant annual festivals that celebrate the changing seasons, drawing crowds to the center of activity to participate in shared traditions. For those with an interest in the natural world, a journey to the nearby Brickyard Falls offers a glimpse of the geological forces that define the wider region, providing a stark contrast to the man-made environment. Famous individuals who have emerged from this climate often reflect the tenacity associated with the locale, leaving an indelible mark on their respective fields while maintaining a connection to the place that shaped their early perspectives.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Everson Museum of Art (Museum/Art Centre) — 0.2 mi, 267° W
Erie Canal Museum (Museum) — 0.2 mi, 315° NW
Clinton Square (Landmark) — 0.2 mi, 315° NW
Old Onondaga County Courthouse (Historic Site) — 0.2 mi, 315° NW
Landmark Theatre (Theatre) — 0.2 mi, 251° W
Armory Square (Landmark) — 0.3 mi, 305° NW
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Cathedral) — 0.4 mi, 237° SW
Syracuse University (Attraction) — 1.0 mi, 136° SE
Rosamond Gifford Zoo (Zoo) — 1.5 mi, 071° E
Onondaga Lake Park (Nature Reserve) — 2.2 mi, 357° N
Onondaga Historical Association Museum & Research Center (Museum) — 0.1 mi, 259° W
John H. Mulroy Civic Center Theaters (Arts Centre) — 0.1 mi, 204° SW
Korea-Vietnam Veteran's Monument (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 223° SW
Redhouse Arts Center (Theatre) — 0.3 mi, 249° W
Richard C Hutchings State Psychiatric Center (State Resource Management Area) — 0.3 mi, 108° E
Redfield Monument (Monument) — 0.3 mi, 103° E
City Of Syracuse Land (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 306° NW
Police Memorial (Monument) — 0.3 mi, 101° E
One, Two, Three (Public Artwork) — 0.4 mi, 288° W
National Grid ExploraDome (Cinema) — 0.4 mi, 262° W
Point of Contact Gallery (Gallery) — 0.5 mi, 100° E
La Casita Cultural Center (Arts Centre) — 0.6 mi, 259° W
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 050° NE
Open Hand Theater (Theatre) — 0.8 mi, 344° N
601 Tully (Gallery) — 0.9 mi, 252° W
Erie Canal (State Recreation Area) — 1.1 mi, 322° NW
Clark Reservation State Park (State Park) — 4.0 mi, 145° SE
Green Lakes State Park (State Park) — 7.0 mi, 094° E

Latest News: Syracuse

Loading news…

World News

Loading news-world…

More World News