Syracuse from above: Best places to enjoy the skyline, sunsets, fireworks and more
Dennis Nett | dnett@syracuse.com
Burnet Park
Home to the Rosamond Gifford Zoo, Burnet Park is an ideal spot to enjoy the sunrise and sunset. Pictured here, the Syracuse skyline during St. Lucy's 33rd annual Easter Sunrise Mass.
Michael Greenlar | mgreenlar@syracuse.com
Schiller Park
On the city's northside, Schiller Park sits above the city and offers lovely views of the skyline. Pictured here, the light after sunset from Schiller Park.
Photo by Jim Commentucci
Westminster Park
Located in the University area of Syracuse, Westminster Park is a hidden gem. Go here to see fireworks, sunsets and more. Pictured here, fireworks over the Everson Museum.
Photo by Jim Commentucci
Westcott Reservoir
On the southwest side of Syracuse, the Westcott Reservoir is an ideal spot to see summer fireworks. Pictured here, fireworks explode over the Inner Harbor.
David Lassman | dlassman@syracuse.com
Upper Onondaga Park
Upper Onondaga Park is home to picturesque views of the city, complete with nearby Hiawatha Lake and gazebo. Pictured here, Brittany Ewald of Syracuse gets some sun.
Photo by Dick Blume
Park Street
On Park Street in Syracuse, sunrise chasers can find pleasant views of the city's landmarks. Pictured here, the sun comes up and reflects off Holy Trinity Church.
Photo by Ellen M. Blalock
Thorden Park
Thorden Park sits high above the city and offers beautiful views of sunrises, sunsets and more. The area near the Elon P. Stewart standpipe is ideal for fireworks.
Photo by Jamie Rose
Geddes Avenue
On the westside of Syracuse, Geddes Avenue rises above the city. Pictured here, Gretchen Justiano, 6, from Syracuse treks to the top of a sledding hill on Geddes Ave.
Photo by Jim Commentucci
Woodland Reservoir
Woodland Reservoir not only holds 121 million gallons of water for Syracuse, but also gorgeous city views. Pictured here, a sunset following a thunderstorm passing to the east reflects off buildings on the Syracuse University campus.
Photo by Nicholas Lisi
McDonald Road
At the top of McDonald Road in Syracuse, motorists and pedestrians can catch a glimpse of the city from up high. Pictured here, a view of the sunrise over the Carrier Dome.
Photo by Dick Blume
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