Founded in 1892 as a conservatory of music, Ithaca College, atop South Hill off SR 96B, offers drama and music presentations and a public art gallery. Campus tours are available through the admissions office; phone (800) 429-4274.
Visitor Centers
Ithaca/Tompkins County Convention and Visitors Bureau 110 North Tioga St. Ithaca, NY 14850. Phone:(607)272-1313 or (800)284-8422
Shopping
Ithaca Commons, downtown between Green and Seneca streets, is an outdoor shopping enclave with one-of-a-kind boutiques offering such items as local handicrafts, imports, camping gear and clothing along with art galleries and gourmet restaurants.