Title: Things to Do in Elmira in 2026 | Expedia.com [Elmira Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Elmira.dx1128)[Hotels in Elmira](https://expedia.com/Elmira-Hotels.d1128.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Elmira](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Elmira.d1128.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Elmira](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Elmira.d1128.Car-Rental-Guide)[Elmira Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Elmira.d1128.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Elmira ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Elmira Types of activities Where to stay [Elmira Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Elmira.dx1128) ![Beautiful campus in Finger Lakes region with awesome Gothic architecture. Be ready for purple everywhere! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1128/107130c6-c575-4b94-ba07-cd88d654f271.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful campus in Finger Lakes region with awesome Gothic architecture. 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Explore the sights of Elmira with some popular [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=1128&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips), or try out our list of {3 fun activities in Elmira [fun activities in Elmira](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=1128&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Elmira | Number of things to do | 3 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Corning Museum of Glass Admission Tickets](/things-to-do/corning-museum-of-glass-admission-tickets.a1212663.activity-details): $25 | | Top 5 things to do | [Corning Museum of Glass Admission Tickets](/things-to-do/corning-museum-of-glass-admission-tickets.a1212663.activity-details)[Creative Corning, NY Scavenger Hunt](/things-to-do/creative-corning-ny-scavenger-hunt.a47111348.activity-details)[2-Day Tour from NY Niagara Museum of Glass and Outlets](/things-to-do/2-day-tour-from-ny-niagara-museum-of-glass-and-outlets.a50210563.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Corning Museum of Glass Admission Tickets](/things-to-do/corning-museum-of-glass-admission-tickets.a1212663.activity-details)[2-Day Tour from NY Niagara Museum of Glass and Outlets](/things-to-do/2-day-tour-from-ny-niagara-museum-of-glass-and-outlets.a50210563.activity-details) | ## What to do in Elmira - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Elmira Taking a break in Elmira on a budget? The following can be experienced for zip. **Woodlawn Cemetery of Elmira** \- Come to understand some of the historical background of the area through this attraction. ### Things to Do in Elmira with Kids Elmira is a wonderful place for a family escape. Take the youngsters along and try these popular [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=1128&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) together: - [Corning Museum of Glass Admission Ticket](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/corning-museum-of-glass-admission-ticket.a1212663.activity-details) - [Toronto to Niagara Falls Day Trip by Train](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/toronto-to-niagara-falls-day-trip-by-train.a326880.activity-details) - [Best of Niagara Falls Tour from Toronto](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/best-of-niagara-falls-tour-from-toronto.a619188.activity-details) - [Best of Toronto Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/best-of-toronto-tour.a399984.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Elmira? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Elmira ![Beautiful campus in Finger Lakes region with awesome Gothic architecture. Be ready for purple everywhere! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1128/107130c6-c575-4b94-ba07-cd88d654f271.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Elmira College 4/5(48 reviews) Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Elmira College, during your travels in Elmira. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Elmira-College-Elmira.d6087147.Vacation-Attraction) ![Historic Revolutionary War monument at Newtown Battlefield State Park with American flag blowing in the wind on hillside in New York State during Autumn Fall season color ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/637211974071136256/bbceb9ee-5007-4c16-ab81-390567d29c30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newtown Battlefield State Park You can take time to visit Newtown Battlefield State Park during your travels to Elmira. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Newtown-Battlefield-State-Park-New-York.d637211974071136256.Vacation-Attraction) #### Woodlawn Cemetery of Elmira 4/5(11 reviews) Step back in time and learn more about local history with a stop at Woodlawn Cemetery of Elmira in Elmira. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.com/Woodlawn-Cemetery-Of-Elmira-Elmira.d553248621532663233.Vacation-Attraction) #### Chemung Valley History Museum You can browse the exhibits at Chemung Valley History Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Elmira. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Chemung-Valley-History-Museum-Elmira.d553248621532663237.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tanglewood Nature Center and Museum You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Tanglewood Nature Center and Museum during your travels in Elmira. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.com/Tanglewood-Nature-Center-And-Museum-Elmira.d553248621532663231.Vacation-Attraction) #### Haunted Empire at Bradley Farms 1/5(1 review) Enjoy an outing to Haunted Empire at Bradley Farms during your stay in Southport. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Haunted-Empire-At-Bradley-Farms-Elmira.d553248621532663236.Vacation-Attraction) #### National Soaring Museum 3.5/5(3 reviews) You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Soaring Museum in Elmira. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.com/National-Soaring-Museum-Elmira.d553248621532663232.Vacation-Attraction) #### Eldridge Park 4/5(8 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Eldridge Park, a lovely green space in Elmira. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Eldridge-Park-Elmira.d553248621554118039.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mark Twain's Grave Enjoy a stop at Mark Twain's Grave, a landmark worth seeing in Elmira. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Mark-Twains-Grave-Elmira.d866961990317625344.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Elmira ![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) ### Elmira Heights Elmira Heights is well-liked for its architecture and historic sites. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Eldridge Park and Regal Arnot Mall are some interesting sights nearby to check out. [](https://expedia.com/Elmira-Elmira-Heights.dx553248634998759990) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Elmira.dx1128.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Elmira ![The museum is dedicated to art, history and science of glass. It was founded in 1951 by Corning Glass Works and currently has a collection of more than 50,000 objects, some over 3,500 years old. It is an incredible place. #OnTheRoad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6045/3c8e2a5e-3b6c-41f7-a5ad-44d673954133.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Corning ![Sayre is a small Town in the very far north portion of Pennsylvania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6705/0a7586db-d6a2-453c-9a33-ba2dd7f75b23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sayre ![rainbow falls at watkins glen state park (waterfall in a gorge with stone bridge, staircase, glacial layered rock formation) falling water, stream, autumn colors, leaves changing, fall foliage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8158/9181c01d-f75c-423e-a941-06219cabf67f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Horseheads ![Waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000448035/358272b9-768d-4f70-a681-5ca4baf0c4b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Big Flats ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Elmira worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Elmira? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Elmira? ### Is three days enough to stay in Elmira? ### Is Elmira a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Elmira with kids? > - [Corning Museum of Glass Admission Tickets](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/corning-museum-of-glass-admission-tickets.a1212663.activity-details) > - [2-Day Tour from NY Niagara Museum of Glass and Outlets](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/2-day-tour-from-ny-niagara-museum-of-glass-and-outlets.a50210563.activity-details) ### What to do in Elmira for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Elmira? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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