Food & Winter Fun in the Ithaca-Cortland region

Take an ideal wintertime escape from the city to the Ithaca-Cortland region without breaking the bank. Start Your Winter Getaway in the Ithaca-Cortland Area After a quick drive upstate, head straight to Ithaca Beer Co. for a tasting flight in their cozy taproom. They’ve been brewing with locally…

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Learning Vacation: Explore Winter in the Ithaca-Cortland Region

Whether returning for a nostalgic visit or visiting a current student, here’s how to take a memorable trip to the Ithaca-Cortland Region: Get Cozy in the Ithaca Winter Start the getaway with a guided premium cider tasting at South Hill Cider, just outside Downtown Ithaca. Since 2003, South Hill…

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Family-Friendly Winter Getaway in the Ithaca-Cortland region

Plan a perfect family-friendly winter weekend getaway in the Ithaca-Cortland region. Start Your New York Weekend Winter Getaway After an easy car ride, stretch your legs and check out Ithaca’s Sciencecenter, a hands-on science museum that’s fun for all ages with interactive exhibits to explore…

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Winter Arts Itinerary

WINTER ARTS IN ITHACA Embark on your own Ithaca Arts Odyssey in winter! Plan your visit around a special winter show. Or check out the list of performance venues with events throughout the season. And while you’re here, don’t forget to pop into an Ithaca bookstore! VENUES WITH REGULAR EVENTS These…

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Essential Ithaca Arts Itinerary

YEAR-ROUND ESSENTIALS: 48 Hours of Arts in Ithaca No matter what time of year you visit, find out why Ithaca is one of the top 10 arts-vibrant medium-size communities in the United States! DAY 1 MORNING Start your arts odyssey by stretching your legs and breathing the fresh air at the Cornell…

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Things to Experience Before Winter Comes

Fall is here, and there are definitely some things you should experience before the first snow flies. The changing foliage here is simply stunning and is a certain draw for visitors this time of year. Whether you stroll along the Cayuga Waterfront Trail, drive the Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway or the…

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Must-See Scenic Drives While Visiting Ithaca

From rolling hills to winding lake roads, quaint neighborhoods to vibrant college campuses…scenic views abound around Ithaca. No matter the season, a scenic drive is the perfect way to take in your surroundings and see the area. Whether you are traveling solo or with a friend, these drives are sure…

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Ithaca Cider Tasting Itinerary

Ithaca and the Finger Lakes are known as wine regions, but it’s also the most important cider region in the US. Making it the perfect destination for cider tasting. With the highest density of craft cideries in NY state, take time to explore beyond Ithaca and across the Finger Lakes Cider Trail…

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Stay Longer, Discover More of Ithaca

Tucked away in the heart of the Finger Lakes region, Ithaca, New York, is a destination that invites travelers to slow down, unwind, and truly immerse themselves in its natural beauty, vibrant culture, and unique attractions. While a fleeting weekend getaway might offer a glimpse of its splendor, an…

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10 Labor Day Weekend Activities to Keep Summer Going

September may bring cooler evenings and back to school activities, however with the lakes still warm and plenty of events happening, many people like to believe summer is not quite over in Ithaca and across the Finger Lakes. As o­­ur college students have just returned, Ithaca is getting a second…

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