The Ithaca Commons is the heart of the city. Recen...

The Ithaca Commons is the heart of the city. Recently renovated and well appointed the space offers an excellent venue for the many festivals, concerts and gatherings the city is known for. Due to the infrastructure improvements below the Commons many new businesses have sprung up in close proximity which has increased the density of pedestrian traffic , housing and hotel options. Many of the historic legacy buildings that feature century old architecture were able to tap into the new utilities and so were able to improve and modernize. All together this has resulted in the space and buildings being well kept with a low vacancy rate. The Commons features lovely plantings, seating options, a clean and well lite environment. There are many specialty stores but this is not the place for grocery or home shopping, rather a place to buy gifts or incidental items. The Commons reflects the personality of the city and although it has gone through growing pains over the past few years the projects seem to be subsiding and hopefully will provide many years of enjoyment. Under the auspices of the Downtown Ithaca Alliance the space has an infusion of professional, monetary and custodial influence and direction. Come down and enjoy the art, shopping and festive atmosphere and venture into the nearby community that has much of the same to offer.