Title: Visit Downtown Ithaca: 2026 Downtown Ithaca, Ithaca Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Downtown Ithaca](https://expedia.com/Downtown-Ithaca-Ithaca-Hotels.0-n906471974748983296-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Ithaca](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Ithaca.d6056124.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Ithaca](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Ithaca.d6056124.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Downtown Ithaca](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Downtown-Ithaca.d906471974748983296.Car-Rental-Guide)[Downtown Ithaca Vacations](https://expedia.com/Downtown-Ithaca.d906471974748983296.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Downtown Ithaca, NY ## Ithaca ![ithaca commons sign at entrance to public pedestrian path downtown (finger lakes upstate new york) urban infrastructure, public space, walking biking, no cars, shops, restaurants](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/906471974748983296/c589c40b-003c-460b-bdf9-b8cb3f3edd98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Ithaca Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Ithaca Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Ithaca.dx6056124) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Pathways to wander. Secret Garden, Alice in Wonderland, or The Hobbit, your choice of daydreams. #gardens #floral #newyork #university](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056124/abf8e260-26e6-4e74-b44f-00e403a9ae15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cornell University Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Cornell University, a top university in Ithaca. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Cornell-University-Ithaca.d6093713.Vacation-Attraction) ![Views of Cayuga Lake are beautiful from campus. One of nicest visitors centers I've seen. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087195/3712ef74-3069-41b3-bfd6-6bd6843fe7fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ithaca College Explore the campus of Ithaca College, during your travels in South Hill. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Ithaca-College-Ithaca.d6087195.Vacation-Attraction) ![Buttermilk Falls State Park featuring tranquil scenes and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6093721/111bd521-2e1c-48fb-ac44-33e3c03d9ae3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Buttermilk Falls State Park Enjoy an old-fashioned swimming hole at the base of this park’s creek and wander through the sprawling glen and wetlands. [](https://expedia.com/Buttermilk-Falls-State-Park-Ithaca.d6093721.Vacation-Attraction) ![A bare tree, free from it's leaves at Ithace Falls Natural Area in New York State, grows from the wet rocks below with a waterfall blurred by it's motion in the background. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6255003/b795455a-203e-45b2-9b1f-0395a95ade92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ithaca Falls Natural Area Explore the great outdoors at Ithaca Falls Natural Area and enjoy the beautiful waterfalls during your trip to Ithaca. Amble around the area's lakeside, or seek out its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Ithaca-Falls-Natural-Area-Ithaca.d6255003.Vacation-Attraction) ![Empty open air farmers market wooden stalls within a pavilion on a bright sunny day. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635937206106/58fa3e50-626c-432b-883e-63e30192e4ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ithaca Farmers Market You can enjoy retail therapy at Ithaca Farmers Market during your visit to Ithaca. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Ithaca-Farmers-Market-Ithaca.d553248635937206106.Vacation-Attraction) ![Summer Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938968485/f68dcc96-f556-4043-9973-dce7be2d7aba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cornell Botanic Gardens Explore the great outdoors at Cornell Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Ithaca. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Cornell-Botanic-Gardens-Ithaca.d553248633938968485.Vacation-Attraction) --- ## Downtown Ithaca Hotel Deals ![Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14690000/14683800/14683778/c78b09ae_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons 120 S Aurora St Ithaca NY $135 nightly $160 total Mar 31 - Apr 1 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Extremely clean! Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F31%2F2026&endDate=4%2F1%2F2026&selected=14683778&PinnedHotelID=14683778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=906471974748983296) ![Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37630000/37622500/37622484/w4500h2996x0y0-4129855b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown 324 East State Street Ithaca NY $140 nightly $165 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Clean room , very helpful staff. Very nice s Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=37622484&PinnedHotelID=37622484&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=906471974748983296) ![Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1260000/1252600/1252593/4c2c0120_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca 130 E. Seneca Street Ithaca NY $132 nightly $155 total Mar 31 - Apr 1 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) great location to all wants and needs Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F31%2F2026&endDate=4%2F1%2F2026&selected=1252593&PinnedHotelID=1252593&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=906471974748983296) ![Argos Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12630000/12625600/12625577/80275799_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Argos Inn 408 E State Street Ithaca NY $115 nightly $136 total Mar 23 - Mar 24 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this inn in Ithaca. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions The History ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (395 reviews) Argos Inn is charming and cozy. It’s truly a gem. Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F23%2F2026&endDate=3%2F24%2F2026&selected=12625577&PinnedHotelID=12625577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=906471974748983296) ![The Statler Hotel at Cornell University](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11800/11722/4f747be7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Statler Hotel at Cornell University 130 Statler Dr Ithaca NY $190 nightly $225 total Apr 20 - Apr 21 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews) We had all the services we needed during our stay, everyone was very friendly and helpful Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F20%2F2026&endDate=4%2F21%2F2026&selected=11722&PinnedHotelID=11722&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=906471974748983296) ![Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca Airport/University](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/558000/557994/a19fc35a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca Airport/University 29 Thornwood Dr Ithaca NY $103 nightly $117 total Apr 21 - Apr 22 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews) The bar was closed (on a Friday evening) which was a disappointment. A staff member did get us 2 glasses of wine to have in our room. The pool area doors did not work with guest keys. Staff let us into the pool. The premises were very clean and well kept. Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F21%2F2026&endDate=4%2F22%2F2026&selected=557994&PinnedHotelID=557994&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=906471974748983296) [See all 599 properties in Downtown Ithaca](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F23%2F2026&endDate=3%2F24%2F2026®ionId=906471974748983296) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Downtown Ithaca hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=906471974748983296&startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23)[Mar 22 - Mar 23](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=906471974748983296&startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=906471974748983296&startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24)[Mar 23 - Mar 24](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=906471974748983296&startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=906471974748983296&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=906471974748983296&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026) --- ### Other neighborhoods around Downtown Ithaca ![View of the Cayuga Lake from the East Shore Park at the town of Ithaca, New York ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/906475594790117376/7fcaba98-c405-4228-8121-a42837207216.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Ithaca-South-Side.dx906475594790117376) ![The #Cornell campus has numerous striking paths with views of the clock tower. #UStravel #Ithaca #NewYork #architecture ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056124/30494d00-1b88-4fbf-b6ab-4471a8fdde21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Ithaca-Washington-Park.dx906471691870568448) ![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) ### North Side Though North Side might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ithaca Farmers Market and State Theatre of Ithaca. [](https://expedia.com/Ithaca-North-Side.dx906471565504716800) ![Aerial panorama of Ithaca New York with Cornell in the background](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/906475481885597696/d15fe8b1-ebcf-40d0-b12f-b08e0d01277f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Ithaca-East-Hill-Historic-District.dx906475481885597696) ![Neat old abandoned dam. Steep hike down, but great for Urban Exploration!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056124/92081cca-800c-49b9-be05-532158eae133.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Ithaca-South-Hill.dx906475787967025152) ![Taughannock Falls Tompkins County New York](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/906472309884465152/727d775d-95f4-446d-ae4a-cd8430ae6fe6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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