Downtown Ithaca, NY
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Popular places to visit
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.
Buttermilk Falls State Park
Enjoy an old-fashioned swimming hole at the base of this park’s creek and wander through the sprawling glen and wetlands.
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.
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.
Ithaca Beer Company
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Ithaca Beer Company during your travels to Ithaca. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants.
Ithaca Commons
You can do some window-shopping at Ithaca Commons during your trip to Ithaca. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Ithaca Big Red Cornell
The Best of Ithaca Farmers Market Private Tour
Love Struck Strolls Private Tour: Ithaca’s Romantic Walk
Downtown Ithaca Hotel Deals
Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons
Great services!
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Hotel Ithaca
The room and amenities were very nice. There was a problem with the parking garage though that was very frustrating. The remote system was not working despite having a validated ticket and since there was no attendant in the booth it was very frustrating to get the problem resolved. This problem ...
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown
Absolutely beautiful hotel
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca
Was not aware there was breakfast - ugh! Parking is in a different location in a garage but you have to check in first get the hang tag for your car. Then you park in a Hilton Garden Inn designated spot with your tag and they validate your ticket before you leave. There is nowhere to really park ...
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Argos Inn
Had a wonderful stay. Very unique inn. Our room was amazing and the cocktails at the bar were delightful!
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
The Statler Hotel at Cornell University
Very nice, and the location was literally on the Cornell campus, but breakfast and parking were not included (and are expensive).
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Ithaca
South Side
While South Side might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like State Theatre of Ithaca and Ithaca Commons.
Washington Park
While there might not be top attractions in Washington Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like State Theatre of Ithaca and Ithaca Commons.
North Side
Though North Side might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ithaca Farmers Market and State Theatre of Ithaca.
East Hill Historic District
While East Hill Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Ithaca Commons and State Theatre of Ithaca are some notable places to visit nearby.
South Hill
South Hill might not have many top sights, but Ithaca Commons and State Theatre of Ithaca are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
