Hanover Square

Twinkling lights, cobblestone walkways and roads, romantic dining and a bubbling fountain — charming, right? That’s Hanover Square. Recognized as the first commercial district in Syracuse and listed on the National Register of Historic Districts with its 17 landmark buildings, Hanover Square is an attractive and historically significant neighborhood with everything from cafés to pubs and loft living, restaurants, shops, salons and more. Check out the famous Erie Canal Museum for a glimpse into Syracuse’s rich waterway history and how it shaped our city.

Grab a morning or early afternoon bite at Water Street Bagel Co. , everyone’s favorite local wood-fired bagel shop downtown (we highly recommend The Maple or The Western ). Looking for one of the top-rated dinners in Syracuse? Eden is an entirely wood-fired, upscalecasual dining experience in Hanover. With a mission to highlight the best farmers, brewers, distillers and foragers in New York State, Eden’s rotating menu is ideal for those interested in new and unique food and drink pairings. Summer sweet corn ice cream anyone? (Thank us later). Recently remodeled, The Fish Friar is the best when it comes to fresh seafood straight from Maine with top notch po’ boys & craft brews to boot.

Looking for a pint? Hit up The Evergreen for a wide array of craft beverages and eats, Maxwell’s for a younger vibe with outdoor seating, or Wolff’s Biergarten for all the soccer games and cold beers. If you’re more interested in taking the night caps back to your accommodations, swing by the new niche wine store The Communion — a wine and spirits institution and event space featuring hard-to-find wine selections and tastings.