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Cornell and Ithaca scenic views
McGraw Tower is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

1. McGraw Tower

Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
College and University · 9 tips and reviews

Ed C.Ed Cormany: there are a couple weeks each year (just before/after the DST switch) when sunset peaks during the 6 PM concert. or go up on a frosty fall morning for 7:45 AM sunrise!

Physical Sciences Building is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

2. Physical Sciences Building

East Avenue (at Cornell University), Ithaca, NY
College Academic Building · 1 tip

Ian P.Ian Perry: If you get a chance, go up to the 4th floor and look out the windows. The view is amazing!

Llenroc stairs is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

3. Llenroc stairs

University Ave (Cornell Ave), Ithaca, NY
Scenic Lookout · 2 tips and reviews

Ed C.Ed Cormany: climb to the top and watch the sunset over Cayuga Lake

Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

4. Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art

8.7
Cornell University (114 Central Ave at University Ave), Ithaca, NY
Art Museum · 11 tips and reviews

Cat J.Cat J: Not only is it free, but the fifth floor offers a breathtaking view of Ithaca in tandem with their exceptional Asian art collection. Fun fact: it was designed to be a student lounge originally.

Libe Slope is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

5. Libe Slope

8.0
Cornell University (btwn West Ave and Central Ave), Ithaca, NY
College Quad · 7 tips and reviews

Shrutika S.Shrutika Sachdev: Await a rare but beautiful sunny day and pack a picnic to enjoy on the slope with your friends! You will suddenly have a new appreciation for the torment cause by climbing the hill to class everyday!

Falls Overlook is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

6. Falls Overlook

9.3
North Rim Trail (at Taughannock Falls State Park), Trumansburg, NY
Scenic Lookout · 9 tips and reviews
Dillingham Fountain is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

7. Dillingham Fountain

953 Danby Rd, Ithaca, NY
Scenic Lookout · No tips or reviews
Hungerford Hill is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

8. Hungerford Hill

Hungerford Hill Rd, Ithaca, NY
Other Great Outdoors · 1 tip

Ed C.Ed Cormany: one of the highest points in Tompkins County, it's home to WVBR's transmission tower and the best view of Cornell campus and Cayuga Lake.

Ithaca Farmers Market is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

9. Ithaca Farmers Market

9.3
505 3rd St (Steamboat Landing), Ithaca, NY
Farmers Market · 49 tips and reviews

Ed C.Ed Cormany: grab some lunch and head down to the dock to watch crew practice or races. (not every weekend, so check the schedule! or just enjoy your noms.)

Glenwood Pines is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

10. Glenwood Pines

8.8
1213 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY
Burger Joint · 23 tips and reviews

Marta R.Marta Rodriguez: GREAT VIEW!!

Olin Library is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

11. Olin Library

Cornell University (at Ho Plaza), Ithaca, NY
College Library · 8 tips and reviews

Ed C.Ed Cormany: the 7th floor is a great, quiet study space…if you can tear yourself away from the amazing views.

A.D. White "Harry Potter" Library is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

12. A.D. White "Harry Potter" Library

Uris Library (Cornell Unversity), Ithaca, NY
College Library · 3 tips and reviews
Cocktail Lounge is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

13. Cocktail Lounge

Uris Library (at Ho Plaza), Ithaca, NY
College Library · 4 tips and reviews
Cornell Botanic Gardens is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

14. Cornell Botanic Gardens

9.1
Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
Botanical Garden · 16 tips and reviews
Beebe Lake is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

15. Beebe Lake

8.7
Cornell (at Forest Home Dr), Ithaca, NY
Lake · 4 tips and reviews
Triphammer Foot Bridge is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

16. Triphammer Foot Bridge

Forest Home Drive, Ithaca, NY
Bridge · 2 tips and reviews

Ed C.Ed Cormany: look for the ruins of the Cornell Hydraulic Lab, which collapsed in 2009. http://cornellsun.com/node/35201

Suspension Bridge is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

17. Suspension Bridge

Fall Creek Dr. (University Ave.), Ithaca, NY
Bridge · 5 tips and reviews
Ithaca Falls is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

18. Ithaca Falls

9.0
Falls Street, Ithaca, NY
Waterfall · 12 tips and reviews
Stewart Park is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

19. Stewart Park

8.7
Stewart Park Rd, Ithaca, NY
Park · 15 tips and reviews

Ed C.Ed Cormany: picnic in the park and even go dip your toes in Cayuga's waters if it's not too chilly!

Schoellkopf Field is one of Cornell and Ithaca scenic views.

20. Schoellkopf Field

Campus Rd (Garden Ave), Ithaca, NY
College Football Field · 9 tips and reviews