Every year, thousands of prospective students and their families visit Ithaca to tour the Cornell University campus. While your official campus tour will introduce you to academic buildings and student life, there's much more to discover beyond the campus.

This summer, we invite you to plan a getaway to our scenic corner of the Finger Lakes and explore the best waterfalls in Ithaca. Reserve your stay at  La Tourelle Inn & Spa to find relief from the heat at waterfalls featuring natural swimming areas.

Hiking in Ithaca is the perfect way to spend a summer day during your vacation at La Tourelle Inn & Spa. Start your journey at our Ithaca resort and enjoy direct access to the trails at Buttermilk Falls State Park.

Home to eleven breathtaking glacial lakes, New York’s Finger Lakes region is made for unforgettable summer days on the water. And there’s no better place to launch your Finger Lakes adventures than Ithaca, located right on the southern shoreline of Cayuga Lake.