Quote: Ithaca Commons is a name given to the thriving downtown pedestrian mall that is covered like a Monopoly board with shops, restaurants, a mini-playground and people to watch.Covering two blocks, this tree-covered… Read More

Quote: Buttermilk Falls is a gorgeous waterfall in Long Lake, NY. Its not very big, but its definitely beautiful. Its reached by a very short, flat walk. The area surrounding it has picnic tables and stone… Read More

Quote: This is a student led tour through the heart of Cornell's campus. It was very informational to me for I knew nothing about the campus. It is set up for prospective undergrad students but anyone can participate.… Read More

Quote: For a town of 30,000, to have such a thriving gay bar/club/restaurant is a testament to the openness of the Ithaca community.Once you find the Common Ground (go north on 96B past Ithaca College, make a right on… Read More

Quote: Even if you don't like birds, I suggest going to the Lab of Ornithology for the views, a really cool building, and the hiking trails.If you do like birds, you're in for a treat! The lab is a working laboratory,… Read More

Quote: Amazing Falls that you can drive to and have a great view. The trails are closed in the winter but it is still worth it to drive through and see. These were the best falls in the area and it is within a 10… Read More

Quote: If you can walk, you can dance! Contradancing features live bands and a caller that teaches the dances and calls them so you need not be experienced to enjoy the fun. Participants come from all sectors of… Read More

Quote: If you're feeling guilty about buying products made by people earning only pennies, here is a solution. The Ten Thousand Villages store supports artisans worldwide by giving them a fair price for their goods. At… Read More

Quote: A few miles out of town, the Lindsay-Parsons Biodiversity Preserve offers a great venue for hikes and is a preferred site for bird watchers. If the word hike makes you shiver and feel faint (my case) rest… Read More

Quote: A smaller vineyard that has a pretty good variety. Tastings are $1 or free if a purchase is made. We ended up buying a bottle of Eye of the Bee which is a very sweet red/blush. The winter tasting room is not… Read More