Travel to artsy Ithaca
Come and experience Ithaca and its theater scene, entertainment and festivals. This city's university setting, waterfalls and restaurants draw many visitors. Whether you're planning a family vacation, friends trip or romantic retreat, Vrbo has a great selection of vacation homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Activities and attractions in Ithaca
Do you want to find attractions to visit during your stay? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and check out everything that Ithaca has to offer. Here are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- EcoVillage at Ithaca (2.3 mi / 3.8 km)
- Ithaca Beer Company (2.5 mi / 4.1 km)
- Cascades Indoor Waterpark (18.6 mi / 29.9 km)
- Sheldrake Point Winery (18.6 mi / 30 km)
- Greek Peak Mountain Resort (18.7 mi / 30.1 km)
- The Tasting Room (19.6 mi / 31.5 km)
Exploring the waterfalls and other natural features in Ithaca
Whether you're an adventurous traveler or just want to take in the scenery, Ithaca is a great place to get outside. These are a few of the area's most enchanting features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Ithaca Falls Natural Area (0.9 mi / 1.5 km)
- Cornell Botanic Gardens (1.9 mi / 3.1 km)
- Taughannock Falls State Park (9 mi / 14.5 km)
- Watkins Glen Beach (18.8 mi / 30.3 km)
- Hector Falls (18.9 mi / 30.4 km)
- Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes (21.7 mi / 35 km)
Transportation to and around Ithaca
The nearest airport is in Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional), located 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you can also fly into Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County), which is 17.9 mi (28.9 km) away.