New York State: Syracuse is located in the geographic center of New York State and the densely populated Northeastern United States. In fact, Syracuse is within 350 miles of every major metropolitan area in the Northeast. Our central location and accessibility in the Heart of New York and the Northeast, makes it easy to get here.

Syracuse Area: Travelers by car will find Syracuse conveniently located at the intersection of two major highways: Interstate 81, running north/south, and the NYS Thruway, I-90, running east/west. Air travelers find the newly renovated Hancock International Airport modern and convenient. Amtrak, Greyhound, and mass transit are readily available as well.

The 2011 NYS Blues Festival Location:
Syracuse Inner Harbor
West Kirkpatrick Street
Syracuse, New York 13204