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Things to see in Ithaca, New York (United States): 21 places and when to go
Ithaca, New York is a town in United States with around 60,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 21 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (6), Hiking (6), Stargazing (3). The best known are Buttermilk Falls State Park, Robert H. Treman State Park and Cornell Chimes. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 06 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 54. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 42.4406, -76.4969
- Population
- About 60,000
- Places
- 21 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (6) · Hiking (6) · Stargazing (3) · Nature (2) · Wildlife (2) · Architecture (2)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- EWR Newark, 275 km as the crow flies
What to see in Ithaca, New York
The places in and around Ithaca, New York, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Buttermilk Falls State ParkState park in Tompkins County, New York, U.S.A4.2 km
- Robert H. Treman State ParkState park in Tompkins County, New York, U.S.A7.7 km
- Cornell ChimesChime on the campus of Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, U.S.A1.2 km
- Museum of the EarthMuseum in Ithaca, New York4.3 km
- Newfield BridgeBridge in Newfield, New York12 km
- SciencenterScience museum in Ithaca, New York1.2 km
- Bet the Farm WineryWinery9.3 km
- Cayuga TrailHiking5.2 km
- Cayuga Trail ExtensionHiking1.9 km
- Clinton Ford ObservatoryObservatory2.6 km
- Finger Lakes Trail (Eastern Finger Lakes Region)Hiking7.8 km
- Finger Lakes Trail Spur - Buttermilk FallsHiking5.7 km
- Finger Lakes Trail Spur - Lick BrookHiking6.0 km
- Finger Lakes TrailLong-distance hiking trail in the United States15 km
- Fuertes ObservatoryObservatory2.3 km
- Hartung-Boothroyd ObservatoryObservatory9.4 km
- Hopshire Farm and BreweryBrewery11 km
- Ithaca Beer Co.Brewery4.1 km
- Personal Best BrewingBrewery521 m
- Six Mile Creek VineyardWinery4.3 km
- South Hill Cider Farm WineryBrewery5.7 km
When to go to Ithaca, New York
The best time to visit Ithaca, New York is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:13
- FebPossible10:20
- MarPossible11:39
- AprBest time13:10
- MayBest time14:25
- JunBest time15:06
- JulBest time14:49
- AugBest time13:44
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:49
- NovPossible9:32
- DecPossible8:54
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 06 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 54. In April, 18 of the 21 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Ithaca, New York
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR, Newark), 275 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Cortland7 places30 km
- Hector10 places33 km
- Corning12 places57 km
- Hammondsport14 places57 km
- Seneca Falls8 places58 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Ithaca, New York?
The best known: Buttermilk Falls State Park, Robert H. Treman State Park, Cornell Chimes, Museum of the Earth, Newfield Bridge. In all, 21 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Ithaca, New York?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 06 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 54.
How do you get to Ithaca, New York?
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 275 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Ithaca, New York as the destination and these 21 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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