Ithaca is a city in and the county seat of Tompkins County, New York. Situated on the southern shore of Cayuga Lake in the Finger Lakes region of New York, Ithaca, known for its stunning natural landscapes, vibrant cultural scene, and prestigious educational institutions, offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure, academic excellence, and small-town charm. As of 2020, the city's population was 32,108.
Buttermilk Falls State Park is a 811-acre (3.28 km2) state park located southwest of Ithaca, New York. It has a small lake, hiking trails through woodlands and along the gorge and rim, picnic areas, and playing fields. The lower portion of the park, which offers an easy view of the namesake Buttermilk Falls – the 165-foot cascade and last of 10 waterfalls along the creek, also has a natural pool and campground.
Sciencenter is a hands-on science museum in Ithaca, New York. With over 250 interactive exhibits, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at the Sciencenter! Explore engineering, touch a snake or a horseshoe crab, program a Mars rover, and more. The Curiosity Corner is for kids 4 and under to play and learn!
The Cornell Botanic Gardens is a botanical garden located adjacent to the Cornell University campus in Ithaca, New York. The Botanic Gardens proper consist of 25 acres (10 ha) of botanical gardens and 150 acres (61 ha) of the F. R. Newman Arboretum. The greater Botanic Gardens includes 40 different nature areas around Cornell and Ithaca, covering 4,300 acres (1,700 ha).
