

Things to do in Ithaca
Ithaca, NY packs its best experiences into walkable neighborhoods, local food, and day trips nearby. Outty ranks every bookable tour and activity in Ithaca by rating quality, review depth, booking demand and value, so you can see the standouts before you book.
Quick answer
What are the best things to do in Ithaca?
Outty ranks 15 bookable experiences in Ithaca, United States. The highest scoring is Keuka Lake Winery Tour at 75 out of 100, followed by Seneca Lake South Wine Tastings Tour, Finger Lakes NY: Ithaca-Watkins Glen Self-Guided Audio Tour, Wonderful Watkins Glen Scavenger Hunt. Prices start at $17 per person and 0 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in Ithaca, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities.
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Last Minute in Ithaca
Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.


Wonderful Watkins Glen Scavenger Hunt

Self-Guided Finger Lakes Audio Tour: Seneca & Cayuga Lakes

Private Historic Walking Tour in Ithaca Cultural Landmarks

Ithaca Tompkins Airport(ITH) to Holiday Valley - Arrival Transfer

Ithaca Airport ITH to Holiday Valley Round-Trip Private Transfer
Family Friendly in Ithaca
Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

Keuka Lake Winery Tour

Seneca Lake South Wine Tastings Tour

Ithaca Tompkins Airport(ITH) to Holiday Valley - Arrival Transfer

Private Family Walking Tour in Ithaca Cultural Heritage
Food & Drink in Ithaca
Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

Keuka Lake Winery Tour

Seneca Lake South Wine Tastings Tour

Finger Lakes NY: Ithaca-Watkins Glen Self-Guided Audio Tour

Keuka Lake Wine Tour - Customizable

Self-Guided Finger Lakes Audio Tour: Seneca & Cayuga Lakes

Private Full-Day Cultural Wine Tour in Historic Ithaca
Culture & History in Ithaca
Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

Finger Lakes NY: Ithaca-Watkins Glen Self-Guided Audio Tour

Wonderful Watkins Glen Scavenger Hunt

Private Historic Walking Tour in Ithaca Cultural Landmarks

Ithaca Tompkins Airport(ITH) to Holiday Valley - Arrival Transfer

Private Family Walking Tour in Ithaca Cultural Heritage

Private Romantic Walking Tour in Ithaca’s Historic Streets
Outdoors in Ithaca
Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Finger Lakes NY: Ithaca-Watkins Glen Self-Guided Audio Tour

Self-Guided Finger Lakes Audio Tour: Seneca & Cayuga Lakes

Private Family Walking Tour in Ithaca Cultural Heritage

Private Romantic Walking Tour in Ithaca’s Historic Streets

Private Christmas Walking Tour in Ithaca Historic Heritage
Planning questions about Ithaca
- What are the best things to do in Ithaca?
- Keuka Lake Winery Tour is the highest ranked experience in Ithaca, scoring 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 63 traveler reviews. Seneca Lake South Wine Tastings Tour, Finger Lakes NY: Ithaca-Watkins Glen Self-Guided Audio Tour, Wonderful Watkins Glen Scavenger Hunt, Keuka Lake Wine Tour - Customizable round out the top five. Outty ranks 15 bookable experiences in Ithaca, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.
- How much do activities in Ithaca cost?
- The median price across everything we rank in Ithaca is $439 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $17 on Finger Lakes NY: Ithaca-Watkins Glen Self-Guided Audio Tour. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
- Can I book something in Ithaca for today?
- Yes. 15 of the 15 experiences we rank in Ithaca currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
- Is Ithaca good for families?
- Yes. 4 of the experiences we rank in Ithaca are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
- How many days do you need in Ithaca?
- Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
- When is the best time to visit Ithaca?
- Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in Ithaca, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
- Can I cancel a booking in Ithaca?
- 10 of the 15 experiences we rank in Ithaca offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
- How does the Outty Ranking work?
- Every experience in Ithaca gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Ithaca so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.