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Utilize our intuitive scheduling system to book your appointment, select your treatment & choose your provider prior to your arrival. Select what services you are looking for: massage, bodywork services, spa treatment, and more! Lastly, visit us at 500 West Onondaga Street to experience the best spa and massage services in all of Central NY! The Spa at 500 is the home of the Art of Massage, Central New York's premier massage therapy practice, founded in 1997.
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The Spa is a wellness center offering therapeutic and relaxation massage and other fitness activities. It is the home of the Art of Massage, Central New York's premier massage therapy practice, founded in 1997. We believe that dealing with stress in healthy ways is a key to health, longevity, and happiness.
The Art of Massage is a full-service massage therapy practice that has been serving Central New York since 1997. Our staff of NYS licensed massage therapists can help you experience the relaxing and stress reducing benefits of massage. Thousands of athletes, accident victims, students, parents, and others like you have found in our hands a unique experience of relaxation and relief. For pain relief, stress reduction, sports performance, or just to relax, call The Art of Massage. We are open five days a week!
Ask most people why they come to the Art of Massage, and the answer is simple - it just feels so good! Why does it feel good? How does massage help me? Why do we believe that this practice, thousands of years old, promotes healing and wellness, relieves pain and reduces the impact of stress? These are questions that science is beginning to address.
Pregnancy Massage. Trigger Point. Hot Stone. Chair Massage. All of our sessions are customized to meet your needs, and often involve a number of different modalities. We require 24-hours notice. When you schedule your session by phone, you will be asked for a card or a gift certificate number to secure the appointment.
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Clementine Harvey
Feb 26, 2022
Fabulous! I bought the Salt City scrub/massage/jacuzzi/sauna package for only $125. Such incredible value for everything that comes with it! Historic old building is gorgeous, massage therapist was wonderful, overall experience was relaxing and exactly what I needed. I think I will be back soon!
Ann D.
Dec 05, 2021
In a word: ahhhhhhh! Located in one of Onondaga Street's beautiful old mansions. We got there just in time, so unable to explore the beautifully appointed rooms. I took my husband for a couples massage. My husband had Abigail and was extremely satisfied, as I was with Kerry, who -even though I'm not a fan of a lot of pressure - knows how to do it just right.

The heating pads and essential oils add a lovely finishing touch. Bear in mind, during the couples massage, you are not in the same room, but in two rooms with an open door between. And you cannot book it using the online tool for some reason, but whoever answered the phone is extremely pleasant. Next time I plan on trying the stone massage.
Raymond Stazzone
Nov 26, 2021
My most absolutely favorite location for a massage. A beautiful historic building with some of the most experienced and professional massage therapists. You will not be disappointed!
Ellen K.
Sep 22, 2021
Wonderful experience! The building itself is a lovely old brick mansion with a creaky wooden staircase and large treatment rooms. Eric is their newest massage therapist (but he has many years experience). he was amazing! Excellent deep-tissue work. And he let me zone out so he could concentrate his skills. Can't wait to go back!
Stephanie J.
Jun 12, 2019
I was in town visiting from Texas & was gifted a massage at the Art of Massage Spa at 500 for my birthday. The most relaxing birthday present I've ever received. The charming building & serene atmosphere added to the experience. I spent some time relaxing in the sauna & then had an exceptional 90 minute massage. I definitely recommend it & will be back for another massage next time I'm in NY.
Abby G.
Jan 14, 2019
Great experience! This was one of my Xmas presents after a long semester. As soon as I walked in I was taken care of. I had a one hour Swedish massage by Abigail, and she was awesome. The music in my room was a bit loud, but I realized that it's because of the commotion outside (sirens, etc). She was great with communication and making sure my experience was exactly how I wanted it.

I felt so ready for the day afterwards! It's also nice being a bit younger (college student) and taken seriously/professionally. I've had a massage in the past at another place in which my masseuse was a bit impolite. Will definitely return!
K. S.
Oct 07, 2017
This is the place to go if you're looking for a great spa experience and massage in Syracuse. There are plenty of places in town where you can drop in to get a massage, but we were looking for more of a full spa experience for our Anniversary without a long drive or huge price ticket. We loved the beautiful building filled with beautiful art (by one of my favorite local artists, Ellen Haffar) and relaxing music. Ed and his team are welcoming and professional to the utmost.

We took our time and relaxed in the jacuzzi suite before our massages and then finished our visit in the Sauna before heading out to dinner. A perfect spa afternoon to celebrate our Anniversary
Kristy C.
Aug 14, 2016
This is a relaxation oasis heaven. Every therapist is awesome and it's an old funeral home that has an incredibly relaxing aura about it. Beautifully renovated old Victorian charm. Staff is knowledgable, kind and very accommodating. Don't skip the jacuzzi, it is worth every moment. Sauna is also very comforting. I go about four times a year and it's not enough. The owner is wonderful and very kind. I never go anywhere else, this place is pure bliss!
Siddharth S.
Jan 11, 2016
This was my first massage experience in the US. I opted for the popular Swedish massage. Ed is a great masseur and the location was great. It is a huge ancient palatial home. Massage lasted about an hour and I felt extremely relaxed and fresh after. The only minor complaint - we signed up for a couples massage but the other individual couldn't make it since she was sick, so can't really blame her.
Sisi G.
Jan 05, 2015
We had a superb 60 minute couples massage here. Every interaction I had with the staff, from questions by email to the welcome we received in person, was warm and professional. The space itself is relaxing and beautifully decorated inside what looks like a former mansion. The massage therapists did a great job attending to our specific needs and making sure we were comfortable and relaxed. I walked back out into the cold central NY winter feeling absolutely rejuvenated.
Chris G.
Oct 05, 2014
The staff was very friendly and the building is very beautiful. It was a different experience from other spas I have been. The room lighting was to bright, and the couples massage we purchased were in separate rooms. The ambulance service is right behind the spa, I could hear the sirens going off as they were leaving. The complimentary water was room temperature. I hope they can improve.
Kristin E.
Jun 03, 2014
The art of massage spa at 500 is a gem nestled right in the heart of syracuse. Pop over on your lunch break, Relax before you head home from a hard day of work or really treat your self and spend a whole day in this historically beautiful and restorative place. The spa at 500 is the best kept secret in the center of it all. The massage therapist are professional and responsive to your aches and pains.

I LOVE this full service spa for when i really need to relax or need to get in for a quick massage after a rough day. They always can get me in on short notice and i always leave feeling completely relaxed and healed. Cannot say enough about this amazing treasure!
Nikki T.
Jan 12, 2012
I had one of the best massages of my life at Spa at 500! The facilities are wonderful - quiet, calming and clean. I highly recommend relaxing in the hot tub before your massage - it's a couple extra bucks but totally worth it! And Angela is wonderful! She asked where my pain was and really focused on what I wanted. The massage was pure heaven!