Private Tour

Ithaca’s Historic Gems Private Tour: A Cultural Walkabout

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover the beauty and history of Ithaca on this two-hour private, exclusive walking tour! We'll start our journey in Downtown Ithaca, a vibrant area filled with charming shops, delicious restaurants, and cultural attractions. From there, we'll visit the famous Sagan Planet Walk, where we'll learn about the solar system and the life of renowned astronomer Carl Sagan. Our tour will then take us to the prestigious Cornell University, where we'll explore the stunning campus and discover the fascinating history of its founder. We'll also have the chance to take in the breathtaking views of the gorge that borders the university's southern edge. Finally, we'll end our tour on a high note by taking a leisurely walk along the Cascadilla Gorge Trail, a popular hiking trail that winds through the heart of Ithaca's scenic gorge. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the best that Ithaca has to offer!

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Professional local guide services

What To Expect

Ithaca Commons is the vibrant heart of the city, where eclectic shops, street art, and lively cafes create an urban tapestry that's perfect for culture and shopping enthusiasts.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

The History Center in Tompkins County Dive into the rich tapestry of local history at The History Center in Tompkins County, a treasure trove of artifacts and stories that bring Ithaca's past to life, making it a must-visit for history buffs.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Ithaca’s Historic Gems Private Tour: A Cultural Walkabout

Reviews

4.00

3 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

over priced
Z8570RBkrism,
Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
You have to be kidding!!! For that price you should receive a weeks worth of BNB and meals to boot, plus all of the gorges, swimming at Enfield and also Buttermilk park, and music on Thursday night at Myers Point! Just for starters toss in breakfast at the Framers market if it is a Saturday.
Great tour guide but poor coordination by TripAdvisor
Travelworld12345,
Oct 19, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Originally booked for Saturday but due to rain weather forecast, I changed to Sunday morning for 9am tour. Even after email confirmation of changes I made, TripAdvisor says they never got change notification so ended up having tour at 8am on Sunday instead. It seems like there’s lack of communication with TripAdvisor and Viator(another tour company trip advisor is working with). Actual tour lasted approximately two hours and was well worth the time and money! Tour guide was very knowledgeable, well prepared, informative and learned tons of Ithaca history which made up for all the confusion with booking issues
Fun Unofficial Tour of Cornell
perdueep,
Aug 2, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Adriana was flexible with us as we really wanted to see Cornell but the official tours were full. She was very knowledgeable about the university having graduated from there. She also led us on a cool hike up one of the gorges to the campus. Very enjoyable experience.