Downtown Ithaca
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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.
Ithaca College
Explore the campus of Ithaca College during your travels in South Hill. 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Ithaca Big Red Cornell
Private Cultural Walking Tour in Historic Ithaca Market
Private Romantic Walking Tour in Ithaca’s Historic Streets
Top hotels in Downtown Ithaca
Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons
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Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown
We did not like the fact we had to park in the parking garage and walk to hotel. They charge by the hour or day. The heat didn’t work when we arrived but they gave me portable heater. If you stay here I suggest you ask them to validate parking ticket. They do not offer it and say you need to pay ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca
We always have a great trip when we stay at that hotel. Perfect location.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Hotel Ithaca
Check in was hassle free. We were able to check in early. Elevators operated quickly. We did not eat here. Very close to Cornell University.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Argos Inn
This was a perfect stay, peaceful and had excellent vibes. Staff is kind and helpful. Would stay again in a second.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
William Henry Miller Inn
As always, enjoyed our stay here. There was some trouble with the lighting in the bathroom after some repairs, and we were offered a different room, but decided to stay in the room we had selected. As usual, breakfasts were delicious, and the desserts were wonderful . It is always a pleasure to stay ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Ithaca
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.
Washington Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Washington Park and surrounding area, you can visit State Theatre of Ithaca and Ithaca Commons.
North Side
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Side and surrounding area, you can visit Ithaca Farmers Market and State Theatre of Ithaca.
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.
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.
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.
