Travel to theatrical Ithaca
Come and experience Ithaca and its theatre scene, entertainment and festivals. This city's university setting, waterfalls and restaurants draw many visitors. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday 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
Are you hoping to find things to do while you're in town? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes Ithaca a fun place to get away to. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- 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)
- Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards (19.9 mi / 32 km)
- Wagner Vineyards (20.5 mi / 32.9 km)
Exploring the waterfalls and other natural features in Ithaca
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to appreciate the scenery, Ithaca is a great place to get out in nature. Here are a few of the area's most eye-catching natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- 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)
- She-Qa-Ga Falls (19.2 mi / 30.9 km)
Transport to and around Ithaca
The nearest airport is in Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional), located 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County), which is 17.9 mi (28.9 km) away.