Ithaca, NY

Travel Guide

Ithaca
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Where to stay in Ithaca

Find the best Ithaca areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Ithaca

While visiting Downtown Ithaca, you might make a stop by sights like State Theatre of Ithaca and Ithaca Commons.

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Fall Creek

Fall Creek might not have many top sights, but Ithaca Falls Natural Area and Ithaca Farmers Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Open Photo by Shannon Willitts

Collegetown

When in Collegetown, you can plan a visit to Ithaca Commons and State Theatre of Ithaca, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

College Hill Historic District

While College Hill Historic District might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ithaca Falls Natural Area and Ithaca Commons.

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Open Photo by Erica R Hopper

South Hill

Unique features of South Hill include the waterfalls and coffeehouses. Make a stop by Buttermilk Falls State Park or Butterfield Stadium while you're exploring the area.

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Cornell University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Cornell University, a top university in Ithaca. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants.

Cornell University
Ithaca College

Ithaca College

Explore the campus of Ithaca College, during your travels in Ithaca. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants.

Ithaca College
Buttermilk Falls State Park

Buttermilk Falls State Park

You can take time to visit Buttermilk Falls State Park during your travels to Ithaca. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants.

Buttermilk Falls State Park
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Ithaca Falls Natural Area

Explore the great outdoors at Ithaca Falls Natural Area and enjoy the beautiful waterfalls during your trip to Ithaca. Amble around the area's lakeside, or seek out its hiking trails.

Ithaca Falls Natural Area
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Ithaca Farmers Market

You can enjoy retail therapy at Ithaca Farmers Market during your visit to Ithaca. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants.

Ithaca Farmers Market
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Cornell Botanic Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Cornell Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Ithaca. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Cornell Botanic Gardens

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