Exploring the Finger Lakes Wine & Beer Trail in Ithaca

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Love wine? Prefer a crisp IPA? In the Finger Lakes, you don’t have to choose — and La Tourelle puts you right in the middle of it all.

Start your tasting journey with a glass at Six Mile Creek Vineyard, just minutes from our front door and one of the oldest wineries in the region. From there, head north along the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail, America’s first wine trail, where you'll find everything from bold reds and crisp whites to lakeside views and laid-back tastings. Local favorites include Americana Vineyards, Hosmer, Thirsty Owl, Buttonwood Grove, and more — all an easy drive from the inn.

More into hops than grapes? You’re in luck. Ithaca’s craft beer scene is thriving, and a few of our go-to stops include Ithaca Beer Co., Liquid State Brewing, and Personal Best — all downtown and perfect for a relaxed afternoon or pre-dinner flight. Want to venture further? Head to Garrett’s Brewing in Trumansburg or Hopshire Farm & Brewery in Freeville for even more flavor.

For the full experience, book a local wine or beer tour and let someone else do the driving — then return to La Tourelle for a nightcap by the fire or a spa session the next morning.

Whether you’re sipping your way through a wine trail or discovering your new favorite brewery, your glass is always within reach when you stay with us.