Things To Do

Ithaca Falls

Beautiful waterfall close to downtown Ithaca. Short walk to get there, not handicap accessible. Free parking at the Fall Creek House Restaurant parking lot.

Ithaca Farmers Market

Open Saturday 9AM-3PM, Sunday 10 AM-3PM. Take a look at some local artists' crafts, fresh baked artisan bread, or grab a coffee to drink by the dock located next to the pavilion.

Cascadilla Gorge Trail

One of our favorite hikes! It's about .5 miles out and back, up stairs the whole way and then back down. You walk along waterfalls the entire time.

Robert H. Treman State Park, Upper Entrance

Another one of our favorite trails in Ithaca. Parking is $8. There is also swimming at the base of a waterfall - located at the lower entrance (check website for hours) https://parks.ny.gov/parks/135/details.aspx

Taughannock Falls Overlook View Point

You can also take a 2 mile hike (out and back) at the bottom! May be a fee for parking at the bottom ($7), free for the overlook.

Cornell Botanic Gardens

You can easily drive through this beautiful, huge garden located on Cornells Campus, free entry.

Ithaca Commons - Seneca St

Stewart Park

A lake-side park perfect for a stroll or a picnic. No entry fee.

Ithaca Beer Co

Take advantage of the outdoor area where you can sip a drink and watch the rolling hills turn golden at sunset.

Americana Vineyards Winery

Ports of New York Winery

Six Mile Creek Vineyard

Ithaca Ale House

Viva Taqueria & Cantina

Jordan's favorite place to grab a margarita, chips, and guac.

Moosewood

The Moosewood Restaurant on Seneca Street in downtown Ithaca is world renowned for it’s vegetarian menu.

Collegetown Bagels

Purity Ice Cream Co.

Best mint chocolate ice cream!

Wegmans

Wegman's is the best grocery store. They have a ton of prepared foods that are good for breakfast, lunch, and even dinner! It's great for grabbing something quickly on your way out of town.

Glenwood Pines

Great place for a burger and view of the lake

Hound and Mare

A new and tasty breakfast cafe downtown - serving breakfast sandwiches and select pastries.

Cayuga Nature Center

If you’re bringing little ones for the weekend (or really just love nature), this is a great place to visit. They have a 6 story treehouse and live animals in outdoor exhibits.

Sweet Melissa's Ice Cream Shop

Best soft serve ice cream in Ithaca