North Side
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Popular places to visit
![Cornell University](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/cfa62782e0bace33f455ad759616c361.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Buttermilk Falls State Park featuring a river or creek and tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/92000/92757-Buttermilk-Falls-State-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/49718577c8525008db0353dafaf58004.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Ithaca Falls Natural Area
Enjoy the beautiful waterfalls and explore Ithaca Falls Natural Area, a lovely green space in Ithaca. Amble around the area's lakeside, or seek out its hiking trails.
![Cornell Botanic Gardens](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8cc809c4dee6eed808663636c2a6d3ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Ithaca Beer Company](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/fbd0eb071f3ffb3afabfbc029e0ee808.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Ithaca Beer Company
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Ithaca Beer Company during your travels to Ithaca. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants.
Sciencenter
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Sciencenter during your trip to Ithaca. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
![Ithaca Family Adventure: Fun & Discovery Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4713039/8bd44703-2ffa-4792-9969-e35bcb403ce0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Ithaca Family Adventure: Fun & Discovery Walk
![Ithaca Scavenger Hunt: Big Red Cornell](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2579184/2c6894e0-959c-464a-b181-c205985dee68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Ithaca Big Red Cornell
![Love Struck Strolls: Ithaca’s Romantic Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5074190/d5127f31-f402-4938-956a-6d5a0b56ea98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Love Struck Strolls: Ithaca’s Romantic Walk
Top hotels in North Side
![Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca Airport/University](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/558000/557994/73d6e85d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025
![The Statler Hotel at Cornell University](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11800/11722/f9248279_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2025
![Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14690000/14683800/14683778/c78b09ae_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2025
![Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ithaca, NY](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1883000/1882935/c9bd76f1_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2025
![Inn at Taughannock Falls](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34190000/34183800/34183800/031633cc_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2025
![Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ithaca, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15710000/15701400/15701346/f845979e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around North Side
![The #Cornell campus has numerous striking paths with views of the clock tower.
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Washington Park
While there might not be top attractions in Washington Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like State Theatre of Ithaca and Ithaca Commons.
![Thanks to trover Members I'm now lost in Ithaca NY and area exploring and hiking in areas so beautiful beyond words. Today I hiked Watkins Glen and Buttermilk Falls. Now I'm hiding in a Dunkin Donuts waiting for the storm to blow over. Hopefully I still have a tent when I return to my site at Watkins.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/785be4c5d8541b02f3e4822b403ade82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Fall Creek
Fall Creek might not have many top sights, but Ithaca Falls Natural Area and Ithaca Farmers Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1004b08f5f5c8b5ceac6242951438a8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Ithaca
While visiting Downtown Ithaca, you might make a stop by sights like State Theatre of Ithaca and Ithaca Commons.
![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
College Hill Historic District
While College Hill Historic District might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ithaca Falls Natural Area and Ithaca Commons.
![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
South Side
While South Side might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like State Theatre of Ithaca and Ithaca Commons.
![Love the drive to Enfield Falls down to the poofy clouds](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/efc017cb5ea8552d43d39a08eb54daf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
West Hill
While West Hill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ithaca Farmers Market and Hangar Theatre.