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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

The Best of Ithaca Farmers Market Private Tour

Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Ithaca Big Red Cornell

Love Struck Strolls Private Tour: Ithaca’s Romantic Walk

Ithaca Family Adventure Private Tour: Fun & Discovery Walk

Ithaca’s Historic Gems Private Tour: A Cultural Walkabout

Private Cultural Walking Tour in Historic Ithaca Market
Top hotels in North Side

The Statler Hotel at Cornell University
As a Cornell University graduate, it was a pleasure to stay at the luxurious and far-famed Statler Hotel. As expected nonetheless much appreciated, all was impeccable. The staff was exceptionally polite, friendly, and helpful. The one teensy thing I suggest adding is a night light for the bathroom. ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr, 2026

Cayuga Blu Hotel
Nice property, spacious rooms, excellent breakfast buffet, good eating options and stores nearby. Will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 19 Apr, 2026

Best Western University Inn
This is a minimum expectation property. Basics are there.
Reviewed on 21 Apr, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ithaca, NY
We were there for a quick 12 hour visit to Ithaca. We found the staff very friendly and the room was comfortable and clean. The location worked for us and where our event was.
Reviewed on 21 Apr, 2026

Inn at Taughannock Falls
Beautiful property with an awesome staff. Very convenient location for hiking and visiting wineries. We will definitely be staying here again! Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 22 Apr, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca Airport/University
Pleasant Staff the entire time of our stay
Reviewed on 21 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Side

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.

Fall Creek
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fall Creek and surrounding area, you can visit Sciencenter and Ithaca Falls Natural Area.

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

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.

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.

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.
