Title: Ithaca Travel Guide: Best of Ithaca, New York Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ithaca](https://expedia.co.uk/Ithaca-Hotels.d6056124.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Ithaca](https://expedia.co.uk/Ithaca-Holiday-Rentals.d6056124.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Ithaca](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Ithaca.d6056124.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Ithaca](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ithaca.d6056124.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Ithaca Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ithaca.d6056124.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ithaca Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ithaca.d6056124.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ithaca Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Buttermilk Falls State Park featuring tranquil scenes and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/92000/92757-Buttermilk-Falls-State-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Robert H. 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Explore the ravines in Ithaca and along the shores of Cayuga Lake, the longest of the glacially formed Finger Lakes, to appreciate the beauty of the area’s gorges, hillsides and waterways. The heart of Ithaca is Cornell University, a world-renowned Ivy League university. Stroll through the large campus past 150-year-old brick buildings. Climb 161 stairs of the McGraw clock tower to listen to chimes played three times daily during the school year by Cornell students. Visit the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, a free gallery with original artwork from various cultures and times and frequent themed exhibitions. If you’re in the city on a clear Friday night, go to the Fuertes Observatory to view the night sky. Cornell Plantations, the university’s botanical gardens, is over 25 acres (10 hectares) in area with an arboretum of New York trees, colourful annual and perennial garden plantings and numerous natural areas. Wander the walking trails to see gorges, streams, waterfalls, woodlands and meadows. The Cornell Lab of Ornithology and nearby Sapsucker Woods offer some of the world’s best bird-watching experiences. Visit several waterfall areas within the city limits: Ithaca Falls and Buttermilk Falls and Robert H. Treman state parks. Just west of Ithaca at the southern end of Seneca Lake is Watkins Glen, with a long walking trail through an impressive ravine and an international speedway which hosts varied auto races and concerts. You may want to follow the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail around the lake to enjoy vineyard views and flavorful vintages. In the city, Museum of the Earth, Sciencenter and State Theatre of Ithaca offer additional family-friendly activities. Visit the downtown Ithaca Commons pedestrianized area for numerous shopping and restaurant choices. Fly into Ithaca or other regional airports. Then see for yourself that “Ithaca is Gorges…” and buy the T-shirt. ### Where to stay in Ithaca ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1004b08f5f5c8b5ceac6242951438a8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Ithaca While visiting Downtown Ithaca, you might make a stop by sights like State Theatre of Ithaca and Ithaca Commons. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ithaca-Downtown-Ithaca.dx906471974748983296) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/85f7873b3fcf1709ccfb1a23419a174f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Hill While South Hill isn't home to many top sights, Ithaca Commons and State Theatre of Ithaca are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ithaca-South-Hill.dx906475787967025152) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4590ac5f9927bd318f5dbec880a20f4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### East Ithaca You'll enjoy the restaurants and wineries in East Ithaca. You might want to make time for a stop at Six Mile Creek Vineyard or Reis Tennis Center. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ithaca-East-Ithaca.dx553248634998869060) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/785be4c5d8541b02f3e4822b403ade82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Fall Creek If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fall Creek and surrounding area, you can visit Ithaca Falls Natural Area and Ithaca Farmers Market. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ithaca-Fall-Creek.dx906472309884465152) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Side While South Side isn't home to many top sights, State Theatre of Ithaca and Ithaca Commons are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ithaca-South-Side.dx906475594790117376) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/efc017cb5ea8552d43d39a08eb54daf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Hill If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Ithaca Farmers Market and Hangar Theatre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ithaca-West-Hill.dx906475883268055040) - Top hotels in Ithaca - Top Holiday Rentals in Ithaca ![The Statler Hotel at Cornell University](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11800/11722/e7c04846_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Statler Hotel at Cornell University 130 Statler Dr, Ithaca, NY £208 21 Sept - 22 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews) "perfect view" Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F09%2F2025&endDate=22%2F09%2F2025&selected=11722&PinnedHotelID=11722&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056124) ![Cayuga Blu Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63230000/63224200/63224144/d8f06167_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cayuga Blu Hotel 2310 N Triphammer Rd, Ithaca, NY £85 21 Sept - 22 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 7.4/10 Good! 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