Things to do in Ithaca

Activities, attractions and tours
Buttermilk Falls State Park featuring a river or creek and tranquil scenes
Robert H. Treman State Park featuring a cascade
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What to do in Ithaca


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Areas of Ithaca

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Downtown Ithaca

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

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

South Hill

South Hill might not have many top sights, but Ithaca Commons and State Theatre of Ithaca are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

South Hill
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.

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.

Fall Creek
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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.

South 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.

Washington Park
It’s hard to believe that this is Ithaca NY.  It feels like Hawaii

East Hill Historic District

While East Hill Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Ithaca Commons and State Theatre of Ithaca are some notable places to visit nearby.

East Hill Historic District