Zaza's Cucina in Ithaca, New York brings you the finest of Italian food made from authentic ingredients by the mother and daughter team in the kitchen, and the aromas, the flavors, great food and good wines combine brilliantly for an exceptional dining experience in beautiful surrounds. Enjoy comfortable dining at the large main dining room tables, or cozy private dinners near the fireplace or one of the corner tables, the choice is your. ZaZa's Cucina recipes offer authentic Italian northern cuisine and other Italian dishes with choice offerings of seafood, meat and even their own fresh egg pastas from spaghetti to ravioli and homemade gnocchi, there's also a bar with wines, a selection of Grappa and scotches, wines and cocktails. Zaza's Cucina is also the perfect venue for hosting events from large dinners to weddings, rehearsal dinners, Bar or Bat Mitzvah, entertaining clients, or just a good night out with family and friends, they have excellent event menus for any occasion, with great floor plans.READ MORE

The Trip Hotel in Ithaca, New York is your ideal home base close to the Cornell University campus, the Ithaca mall and Triphammer market, and accommodations here include 106 comfortably appointed guest rooms with great services and amenities. There's a business center, free WIFI internet, business class guestrooms, and all rooms come with flat panel TV, refrigerator, coffee maker and more, and are ideal for business or leisure stays. The Trip Hotel is ideal for business meetings and events and the venue hosts conferences and elegant weddings, the grand ballroom can host up to 375 guests banquet style with staff on hand to ensure success. This is also the ideal base for visiting state parks, museums, historic downtown Ithaca and so much more, come exploring and enjoy the sights.READ MORE

The Paleontological Research Institution in Ithaca, New York offers excellent programs in research, collections, publications, and public education, and has merged with Cayuga Nature Center, which together with its Museum of the Earth are the public education venues. With over 8000 square foot of permanent exhibitions showcasing a 4.5 billion years of history from earth's origin to present day, a collection of almost three million specimens, here you can explore the world through a mix of natural history displays, interactive science features, and art exhibitions. Special guided tours are available, with the museum, and Nature Center offering interesting and regular events, you can even overnight at the Museum of Earth and enjoy hands on learning about dinosaurs, playing interactive games and sleeping under a whale skeleton. The Paleontological Research Institution offers fascinating and informative visits with something for everyone.READ MORE

Stone Quarry House in Ithaca, New York offers lovely rooms and bungalows in a private setting with a luxuriously furnished apartment designed for an extended stay. Facilities include air conditioning, a hot tub or jacuzzi, kitchenettes, fireplaces in rooms and they are child friendly and wheelchair accessible, they also have an exercise room, internet access and TV's in rooms. Stone Quarry House is ideally situated for boating, the Cayuga Wine Trail, hiking trails, gorges and state parks, in winter you can even cross country ski from your door, come enjoy. READ MORE

Buttermilk Falls State Park in Ithaca, New York is named after the beautiful foaming cascades of Buttermilk Creek, and visitors here enjoy a small lake at the upper park, hiking trails, a gorge, picnic areas and playing fields, there's also a wetland area. Buttermilk Falls State Park have cabins and campsites, picnic tables and pavilions, as well as playgrounds and showers for an incredible stay in a naturally beautiful environment. They offer guided tours, fishing, hiking, hunting, swimming and bird watching and so much more, there are also interpretive programs available. The cabins are very rustic with no bedding, heat or cookware, and the tent sites can accommodate two sleeping tents or a camping unit, come for a wonderful stay, and enjoy playing in this breathtaking wilderness.READ MORE

La Tourelle is a hotel with deluxe accommodations, a bistro with fine food, and a destination spa sanctuary with exquisite, tranquil and pampering treatments, all nestled in Ithaca in the gorgeous Finger Lakes wine region of New York. The Bistro here offers farm to table regional cuisine expertly prepared by the executive chef, and the John Thomas Steakhouse serves prime dry-aged beef, live Maine lobsters, fresh poultry and seafood paired with lovely wines from an extensive list. La Tourelle is your ideal base for exploring the state parks, gorges, museums, wine trails and more, only to return for a wonderful night's sleep in one of the deluxe rooms. La Tourelle is also the ideal wedding venue for intimate or large wedding celebrations on this beautiful property with ponds and gazebos and banquet room, they also cater to meetings and retreats, it's all here.READ MORE

The Cellar d'Or in downtown Ithaca, New York specializes in small production estate bottled wines and ciders, and here you can expect to find small-production, terroir-driven wines and ciders representing some of the greatest growers and wine makers from around the world. This small boutique wine shop offers free weekly tastings at the shop every Friday, and a fun and informative experience is guaranteed. Cellar d'Or also has a Special Club where different wines and ciders reviewed by the staff will be included in your monthly membership with different tiers of membership available, come enjoy a unique selection, so join for exclusive wines, collectible and rare bottles as well as mixed cases of interesting and casual wines.READ MORE

The Villa In Ithaca, New York is a lovely guest house located right in the heart of Fall Creek, fully furnished with fully equipped kitchen and can accommodate up to seven guests. The Villa is your ideal base for exploring the waterfalls close by, and is within walking distance to Cornell University, Cayuga Lake and many restaurants. Enjoy beautiful antique furnishings, lots of light, themed rooms and a cozy country feel, it's all here with stunning flower garden. There are three bedrooms, and The Villa offers a cozy and comfortable stay in a charming, rustic house with WIFI access and TV's in all the rooms, boating and the Cayuga Wine trail are also close by.READ MORE

The Plantation Bar and Grill in Ithaca, New York offers excellent dining in a relaxing atmosphere, in a historical building with an interesting past. Come relax and enjoy the wonderful hospitality, the great menu with something for everyone including appetizers, sandwiches, quesadillas, wraps, grilled paninis, exquisite half pound burgers and more. Plantation Bar and Grill always has specials and private events running, check their website for details, or better yet visit in person and enjoy a wonderful meal.READ MORE

Glenwood Pines Restaurant in Ithaca, New York offers a wonderful setting overlooking the beautiful Cayuga Lake, and here good food, drinks and service go hand in hand with a casual atmosphere and reasonable prices. Come for delectable burgers and sandwiches, and their must try original world famous Pinesburger, there's even the Pinesburger challenge, eat four in under an hour and get your picture on their Facebook wall of fame. There are also great side orders, daily lunch specials and dinner selections of steak, seafood, pasta, salads, chicken and more for an excellent dining experience you'll be back for. Glenwood Pines Restaurant is also a lovely venue for parties, business meetings, banquets and holiday events, and the downstairs dining room which seats fifty is available with special menu packages if required.READ MORE