East Ithaca Travel Guide

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Taughannock Falls is a 215-foot plunge waterfall, that is the highest single-drop waterfall east of the Rocky Mountains, located about 10 miles north of Ithaca in New York State, USA, at winter.
Taughannock Falls is a 215-foot plunge waterfall, that is the highest single-drop waterfall east of the Rocky Mountains, located about 10 miles north of Ithaca in New York State, USA, at winter.
#InStone on the path to the dam. Damn beautiful ❤️
Hiking trail
Definitely worth following the marks on the trees to this beauty.

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Pathways to wander. Secret Garden, Alice in Wonderland, or The Hobbit, your choice of daydreams. #gardens #floral #newyork #university

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
Views of Cayuga Lake are beautiful from campus. One of nicest visitors centers I've seen.

Ithaca College

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

Ithaca College
Buttermilk Falls State Park featuring tranquil scenes and a river or creek

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.

Buttermilk Falls State Park
A bare tree, free from it's leaves at Ithace Falls Natural Area in New York State, grows from the wet rocks below with a waterfall blurred by it's motion in the background.

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
Summer Lake

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
Empty open air farmers market wooden stalls within a pavilion on a bright sunny day.

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

Things to do

Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Ithaca Big Red Cornell

Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Ithaca Big Red Cornell

Rp252.192
per adult
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Ithaca Big Red Cornell
The Best of Ithaca Farmers Market Tour

The Best of Ithaca Farmers Market Private Tour

Rp14.614.828
per adult
The Best of Ithaca Farmers Market Private Tour
Love Struck Strolls: Ithaca’s Romantic Walk

Love Struck Strolls Private Tour: Ithaca’s Romantic Walk

Rp14.614.828
per adult
Love Struck Strolls Private Tour: Ithaca’s Romantic Walk
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Top hotels in East Ithaca

The Statler Hotel at Cornell University

The Statler Hotel at Cornell University

4 out of 5
130 Statler Dr Ithaca NY
The price is Rp2.882.741 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
Rp2.882.741
Rp3.401.770 total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Great hotel.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

The Statler Hotel at Cornell University
Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca Airport/University

Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca Airport/University

3 out of 5
29 Thornwood Dr Ithaca NY
The price is Rp1.703.668 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
Rp1.703.668
Rp1.925.143 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
the rooms are nice for the price, and the staffs are very friendly.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca Airport/University
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ithaca, NY

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ithaca, NY

3 out of 5
1100 Danby Rd Ithaca NY
The price is Rp1.419.442 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp1.419.442
Rp1.603.968 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
Room was clean & as expected, the staff was awesome!

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ithaca, NY
Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons

Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons

3.5 out of 5
120 S Aurora St Ithaca NY
The price is Rp2.269.602 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp2.269.602
Rp2.678.131 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Just right.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons
Cayuga Blu Hotel

Cayuga Blu Hotel

2 out of 5
2310 N Triphammer Rd Ithaca NY
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Room spotless and comfortable

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

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Cayuga Blu Hotel
Quality Inn Ithaca - University Area

Quality Inn Ithaca - University Area

2.5 out of 5
356 Elmira Rd Ithaca NY
The price is Rp1.646.805 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
Rp1.646.805
Rp1.943.229 total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Quality Inn Ithaca - University Area
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Other neighbourhoods around East Ithaca

Such a pretty September day on a Saturday with school in session

Collegetown

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

Collegetown
Neat old abandoned dam. Steep hike down, but great for Urban Exploration!

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.

South Hill
Aerial panorama of Ithaca New York with Cornell in the background

East Hill Historic District

Though East Hill Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ithaca Commons and State Theatre of Ithaca.

East Hill Historic District
ithaca commons sign at entrance to public pedestrian path downtown

Downtown Ithaca

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

Downtown Ithaca
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College Hill Historic District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in College Hill Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit Ithaca Falls Natural Area and Ithaca Commons.

College Hill Historic District
View of the Cayuga Lake from the East Shore Park at the town of Ithaca, New York

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.

South Side

East Ithaca Travel Guide