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What to do in Elmira

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Elmira College

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Elmira College, during your travels in Elmira. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Elmira College
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Newtown Battlefield State Park

You can take time to visit Newtown Battlefield State Park during your travels to Elmira. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this family-friendly area.

Newtown Battlefield State Park

National Soaring Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Soaring Museum in Elmira. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

National Soaring Museum

Woodlawn Cemetery of Elmira

Step back in time and learn more about local history with a stop at Woodlawn Cemetery of Elmira in Elmira. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

Woodlawn Cemetery of Elmira

Chemung Valley History Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Chemung Valley History Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Elmira. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Chemung Valley History Museum

Eldridge Park

Explore the great outdoors at Eldridge Park, a lovely green space in Elmira. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Eldridge Park

Tanglewood Nature Center and Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Tanglewood Nature Center and Museum during your travels in Elmira. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

Tanglewood Nature Center and Museum

Mark Twain's Grave

Enjoy a stop at Mark Twain's Grave, a landmark worth seeing in Elmira. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this family-friendly area.

Mark Twain's Grave

Haunted Empire at Bradley Farms

Enjoy an outing to Haunted Empire at Bradley Farms during your stay in Southport. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Haunted Empire at Bradley Farms

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Elmira Heights

Elmira Heights is well-liked for its architecture and historic sites. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Eldridge Park and Chemung Valley History Museum are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Elmira Heights

Popular day trips from Elmira

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Frequently asked questions

Is Elmira worth visiting?
Elmira offers a unique blend of local charm, culture and attractions. Whether you're into nature, history or local cuisine, there are many things you'll enjoy here.
How do I spend a day in Elmira?
Start your adventures with a visit to Eldridge Park and National Soaring Museum. Then, check out different parts of Elmira for a bite to eat and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Elmira?
You can't leave without checking out Eldridge Park, rated the top tourist attraction in Elmira.
Is three days enough to stay in Elmira?
Three days will be enough time to tick off many city highlights, including Eldridge Park, National Soaring Museum and Tanglewood Nature Center and Museum. The average stay in Elmira is two days. If you have the urge to extend your trip, Ithaca isn't far away.
Is Elmira a walkable city?
With popular neighborhoods and major attractions within walking distance of the city center, Elmira is a great place to see on foot. Enjoy wandering between Eldridge Park and Chemung Valley History Museum. Then take a stroll through West Elmira, located 3 kilometers from downtown, and Elmira Heights, which is about 5 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Elmira with kids?
Whether you're traveling with tiny adventurers or thrill-loving teens, a schedule filled with fun activities makes all the difference. Browse our recommendations for what to do in Elmira with kids.

What to do in Elmira for adults?
There's no shortage of things to do in Elmira, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Cottage Gift Shop or Woodlawn Cemetery of Elmira.
Are there free things to do in Elmira?
One of the easiest ways to discover free things to do in Elmira is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on hip neighborhoods, parks and other top attractions you can enjoy without reaching for your wallet. Cottage Gift Shop is one sight that doesn't have an admission fee.