In many cities, watching documentaries or independent films means sitting in a university lecture hall or a decrepit movie house. Ithaca used to be no exception. But in June 2009 the nonprofit independent movie theater Cinemapolis moved to a new five-screen space and really polished up their look—a true revamp from the underground, two-screen theater that had been located in an alleyway in downtown since 1986. 

When the crisp, cool fall air rolls into Ithaca, you know it's time to strap on your walking shoes and go search for the perfect apple at Littletree Orchards.

Have you ever wondered what would happen if everyone just played music outside their homes for one full day?

Ithaca College is somewhat secluded, overlooking the rest of the city from atop South Hill. Luckily, The Commons is close by and provides tons of nightlife options, but don’t stop there — visit that other hill near Cornell University, “Collegetown." Here’s a list of Collegetown's top hot nightlife spots.

This week, Ithaca took home a top honor in the American Institute for Economic Research 2010-2011 College Destination Index when it was named the nation's best college town.