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

Amazing Grace Bed and Breakfast in Ithaca, New York is located in a charming 1836 farmhouse on the hamlet of Ellis Hollow conveniently close to the University and College. Here there are three bedrooms available with lovely views of the farm and forest, and it's an excellent base for hiking and cross-country ski trails close by with excellent activities available year round, they also have a doll house cabin in the meadow available for rent. Amazing Grace Bed and Breakfast is also a beautiful wedding venue, and can host from 300 to even a 1000 guests with stunning ponds and landscapes and backdrops. Come to the home of music, poetry, and lovingly prepared organic foods for a magical stay.READ MORE

Purity Ice Cream in Ithaca, New York is a local favorite and brings you great ice cream in many flavors, including unique green tea ice cream, Mocha Chip, Chocolate Raspberry Truffle, Gimme Mocha Fudge, Peppermint Chocolate, pumpkin praline and more, they even have vegan ice cream with animal free flavours and accompaniments, and there's frozen yogurt too. They also sell their own chocolates, have indoor and outdoor seating, or to go, perfect for enjoying by the lake on a hot summer day. Purity Ice Cream also has free WIFI, and is great for business meetings, or hanging with friends, and they are open every day of the week, they also sell to wholesalers, so stock up your shop today. In winter there are delectable fresh-baked muffins, sticky buns, cookies, and brownies, paired with Gimme Coffee creations, steaming hot cocoa and more, come experience the divine.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 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

Ports of New York in Ithaca, New York is a winery offering Uniquely mellow but spirited fine Port method wines entirely made in Ithaca. They also have a museum with a collection of photographs from Bordeax to Normandy in the 1920's, before and after the D-Day bombing, a wine and spirit label collection, wine cellar tools, and distilling and smuggling artifacts. Ports of New York is available in wineries, stores, restaurants, and the Meleau specialty wines can be aged for decades stored horizontally at the correct temperature, enjoy them as a complement to a variety of foods, or as an aperitif or digestif, the choices is yours.READ MORE

Viva Taqueria is a Mexican Restaurant in Ithaca, New York that offers fresh, healthy Mexican Food with all ingredients made from scratch every day. Viva Taqueria offers take out and a wonderful cantina dining experience with menu items including nachos, salads, appetizers, burritos, enchiladas, tostadas, quesadillas, tacos, fajitas, sides and combinations. They fry their own chips and make their salsas and guacamole fresh every day, and most menu items can be made vegan, and there are excellent home made hot sauces. Enjoy a huge selection of finely crafted tequilas, margaritas, sangria, draft and bottled beers, frozen margaritas and more to accompany your exquisite meals.READ MORE

The Statler Hotel at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York is unique in that guests interact with university students who aspire to become industry leaders in the hospitality field, and with a stunning location nestled amongst picturesque gorges, coupled with the stunning and eclectic architecture of Cornell University, upscale and luxurious accommodations provide the perfect stay in elegant guest rooms and suites. There are wonderful dining choices from Italian favorites to gourmet wraps and salads, comfort foods and even cocktails and drinks in the lounge, here there is something pleasing for all tastes. The Statler Hotel also offers a beautiful wedding venue with sophisticated services, as well as perfect location for all celebrations, graduations and more, they also have meeting and group facilities. There are excellent services and amenities here too, including a fitness center and gift shop, business services and more, come enjoy traditional hospitality blended with contemporary style.READ MORE

Grayhaven Motel is located near two of the favorite state parks in Ithaca, New York and is a small privately owned suburban motel with spacious room choices featuring WIFI, air conditioning, private bathrooms and more, and they are dog friendly. Grayhaven Motel is your ideal base for visiting wineries, museums, the Cornell University Campus as well as hiking the spectacular Finger Lakes Trail. They also have a duplex cottage available as well as two individual suites with private kitchens, bathrooms, small sitting room and more, and whatever accommodation you choose, a wonderful stay is guaranteed with excellent hospitality and services.READ MORE

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