Downtown Ithaca Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A street sign for 'Aurora St N' and 'Ithaca Commons' with autumn trees in the background.

Stay near popular Downtown Ithaca attractions

Ithaca Commons

8.8/10 (1,399 reviews)
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ithaca Commons during your visit to Ithaca. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants.
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Our pick of the best Downtown Ithaca Hotel Deals

Hotel Ithaca

Hotel Ithaca

3 out of 5
222 South Cayuga Street Ithaca NY
The price is NZ$267 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$267
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Hotel Ithaca
Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown

Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown

4 out of 5
324 East State Street Ithaca NY
The price is NZ$320 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$320
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown
Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons

Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons

3.5 out of 5
120 S Aurora St Ithaca NY
The price is NZ$384 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$384
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons
Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca

Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca

3 out of 5
130 E. Seneca Street Ithaca NY
The price is NZ$345 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$345
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"It was a wonderful place. Great people and great rooms"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca
Argos Inn

Argos Inn

4 out of 5
408 E State Street Ithaca NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$453 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$453
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Ithaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Ithaca ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (427 reviews)
"Very beautiful hotel and room. Close to everything and has its own bar in the lobby!"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Argos Inn
William Henry Miller Inn

William Henry Miller Inn

4 out of 5
303 N Aurora St Ithaca NY
The price is NZ$627 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$627
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Ithaca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Buttermilk Falls State Park and Cascadilla Gorge Trail are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (168 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

William Henry Miller Inn
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Ithaca

Find the best Downtown Ithaca areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A waterfall cascading into a clear pool surrounded by lush greenery.
Photo by Erica R Hopper
Open Photo by Erica R Hopper

South Hill

Unique features of South Hill include the waterfalls and coffee shops. Make a stop by Buttermilk Falls State Park or Butterfield Stadium while you're exploring the area.

A river with a bridge and a stone structure.
Photo by Shannon Willitts
Open Photo by Shannon Willitts

South Hill

While South Hill isn't home to many top sights, Ithaca Commons and State Theatre of Ithaca are some notable places to visit nearby.

A waterfall cascading into a pool surrounded by rocky cliffs and snow patches.

East Ithaca

You'll enjoy the restaurants and wineries in East Ithaca. You might want to make time for a stop at Six Mile Creek Vineyard or Reis Tennis Center.

A waterfall surrounded by autumn foliage in a forested gorge.

Fall Creek

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fall Creek and surrounding area, you can visit Ithaca Falls Natural Area and Ithaca Farmers Market.

A river with a bridge, grassy banks, and buildings in the background.
Photo by Shannon Willitts
Open Photo by Shannon Willitts

West Hill

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Ithaca Farmers Market and Hangar Theatre.

Downtown Ithaca Travel Guide

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