Ithaca, United States

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Alternative names: Founded: 1790 (234 years ago)Population: 30.8 thous. (2019)Area: 6.07 mi²Elevation: 397 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°26'40"N, 76°29'47"W
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Ithaca Top Attractions

Ithaca Attractions - What to See and Explore

Ithaca offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Sciencenter, Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, Museum of the Earth, Cayuga Nature Center. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • sciencenter ithaca
    Carl Sagan • Museum • Science museum

    Sciencenter

    Sciencenter is a hands-on science museum in Ithaca, New York. It was founded on February 28, 1983 as a 501 not-for-profit educational organization. The Sciencenter grew out of the volunteer-run hands-on science program run for 15 years at several elementary schools in the Ithaca City School District.

  • herbert f johnson museum of art ithaca
    Museum • Art museum • Art gallery

    Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art

    Perched atop the slope of Libe Slope on the Cornell University campus, the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art is a cultural gem in the heart of Ithaca, New York. This striking museum, designed by the renowned architect I.M.

  • museum of the earth ithaca
    Museum • Science museum • Natural history museum

    Museum of the Earth

    Nestled in the scenic northwest region of Ithaca, New York, the Museum of the Earth offers a unique window into the natural history of our planet. This museum, dedicated to fostering an understanding of the Earth and its life past and present, is an educational gem for...

  • cayuga nature center ithaca
    Museum • Nature and wildlife • Park

    Cayuga Nature Center

    The Cayuga Nature Center is an educational institution addressing nature and environmental issues. It is located on the west side of Cayuga Lake in Tompkins County, New York.

  • robert h treman state park ithaca
    Park

    Robert H. Treman State Park

    Robert H. Treman State Park is a 1,110-acre state park located in Tompkins County, in the Finger Lakes region of New York in the United States. The park is situated in the towns of Ithaca, Enfield and Newfield.

  • buttermilk falls state park ithaca
    Park

    Buttermilk Falls State Park

    Buttermilk Falls State Park is a 811-acre state park located southwest of Ithaca, New York, United States. Like Robert H. Treman State Park, a portion of the land that was to become the state park came from Robert and Laura Treman in 1924.

  • bailey hall ithaca
    Concerts and shows • Theater • Concert hall

    Bailey Hall

    Bailey Hall is the largest auditorium at Cornell University, seating 1324 people. It is named for Liberty Hyde Bailey, first dean of what is now Cornell's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences; it was originally built by New York State for the use of agriculture students, but...

  • sage chapel ithaca
    Spiritual • Church

    Sage Chapel

    Sage Chapel is the non-denominational chapel on the campus of Cornell University in Ithaca, New York State and serves as the burial ground for many contributors to Cornell's history, including the university's founders, Ezra Cornell and Andrew Dickson White, and their wives.

  • statue of ezra cornell ithaca
    Monuments and statues

    Statue of Ezra Cornell

    The Ezra Cornell statue is a monumental statue in Ithaca, New York, United States. Located on the Arts Quad of the Cornell Central Campus, the monument honors Ezra Cornell, the co-founder and namesake of Cornell University.

  • beebe lake ithaca
    Universities and schools

    Beebe Lake

    Beebe Lake is a reservoir in Ithaca, New York, located on the campus of Cornell University.

  • triphammer falls ithaca
    Waterfall

    Triphammer Falls

    Triphammer Falls is a 55-foot waterfall on Fall Creek in Ithaca, New York, located within the campus of Cornell University. The waterfall existed naturally but was altered substantially in order to construct a dam in the 19th century, leading to the formation of Beebe Lake.

  • stewart park ithaca
    Park • National park

    Stewart Park

    Stewart Park is a municipal park operated by the city of Ithaca, New York on the southern end of Cayuga Lake, the largest of New York's Finger Lakes.

  • risley theatre ithaca
    Concerts and shows • Theater

    Risley Theatre

    Prudence Risley Residential College for the Creative and Performing Arts, commonly known as Risley Residential College, Risley Hall, or just Risley, is a program house at Cornell University.

  • cornell botanic gardens ithaca
    Botanical garden • Park

    Cornell Botanic Gardens

    The Cornell Botanic Gardens is a botanical garden located adjacent to the Cornell University campus in Ithaca, New York. The Botanic Gardens proper consist of 25 acres of botanical gardens and 150 acres of the F. R. Newman Arboretum.

  • state theater ithaca
    Theater • Concerts and shows • Concert hall

    State Theater

    State Theatre of Ithaca is a historic, 1600-seat theatre located at Ithaca in Tompkins County, New York that hosts various events from bands, to plays, to comedy acts, to silent films, and more.

  • ithaca falls
    Waterfall • Park • View point

    Ithaca Falls

    Ithaca Falls is a waterfall located within the city of Ithaca, New York. It is the last of a series of waterfalls along the hanging valley formed where Fall Creek intersects the glacial trough of Cayuga Lake.

  • willard straight hall ithaca
    Gothic Revival architecture

    Willard Straight Hall

    Willard Straight Hall is the student union building on the central campus of Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. It is located on Campus Road, adjacent to the Ho Plaza and Cornell Health.

  • sagan planet walk ithaca
    Memorial

    Sagan Planet Walk

    The Sciencenter's Sagan Planet Walk is a walkable scale model of the Solar System, located in Ithaca, New York. The model scales the entire Solar System—both planet size and distances between them—down to one five billionth of its actual size.

  • 900 stewart avenue ithaca
    Carl Sagan • Bridge

    900 Stewart Avenue

    900 Stewart Avenue is a building in Ithaca, New York, noted for its unique Egyptian Revival architecture, its dramatic placement partway down a cliff, and being the residence of astronomer Carl Sagan. The building is on a ledge about 50 feet below street level, overlooking Fall Creek and Ithaca Falls.

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Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Ithaca.

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Ithaca – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Ithaca, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Corning Museum of Glass (Corning), Ross Park Zoo (Binghamton), West Endicott Park Carousel (Binghamton).

  • corning museum of glass35 milesSW
    Ancient glass art and make-your-own demos

    Corning Museum of Glass, Corning

    The Corning Museum of Glass, located in the small city of Corning in upstate New York, is a gleaming testament to the art, history, and science of glassmaking. This unique museum, founded in 1951 by Corning Glass Works (now Corning Incorporated), offers visitors an...

  • ross park zoo binghamton39 milesSE
    Amusement, Amusement ride, Amusement park

    Ross Park Zoo, Binghamton

    Nestled in the scenic Southern Tier of New York, Ross Park Zoo stands as a delightful destination for animal lovers and families visiting Binghamton. Established in 1875, it holds the distinction of being the fifth-oldest zoo in the United States, inviting guests...

  • west endicott park carousel binghamton32 milesSE
    Amusement ride, Amusement park, Theme park

    West Endicott Park Carousel, Binghamton

    Nestled in the charming town of Endicott, within the broader Binghamton area in Broome County, New York, the West Endicott Park Carousel emerges as a delightful slice of Americana. This enchanting amusement park ride, a hidden gem in the region, offers visitors a...

  • highland park carousel binghamton32 milesSE
    Amusement ride, Amusement park, Theme park

    Highland Park Carousel, Binghamton

    The Highland Park Carousel, nestled in the tranquil surroundings of Highland Park in Binghamton, United States, is a charming piece of history that continues to delight visitors of all ages. This vintage carousel, a treasured gem of the community, was constructed in...

  • nbt bank stadium syracuse47 milesN
    Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums

    NBT Bank Stadium, Syracuse

    NBT Bank Stadium is a publicly owned, 10,815-seat, minor league baseball stadium in Syracuse, New York. It is the home stadium for the Syracuse Mets Triple-A baseball team of the International League.

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Best Time To Visit Ithaca

Learn when is the best time to travel to Ithaca weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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June and July are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in August and September.

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in January and February. Most of it rains in June, July and September.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Ithaca?

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What is the best time to visit Ithaca?

June and July are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in August and September. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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