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City Island

New York, United States · North America

About City Island

City Island works well as a base: 5 minutes from Throgs Neck, 8km from Bronx Zoo.

City Island is a town located in New York, United States. With a population of 4,362, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, City Island sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/New York time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add City Island to your route.

About City Island

City Island is a neighborhood in the northeastern Bronx, New York City, located on an island of the same name approximately 1.5 miles (2.4 km) long by 0.5 miles (0.80 km) wide. City Island is located at the extreme western end of Long Island Sound, south of Pelham Bay Park, and east of Eastchester Bay. At one time the

Read more island was incorporated within the boundaries of the town of Pelham in Westchester County, New York, but the island has been part of New York City since the late 19th century. City Island is part of the Pelham Islands, a group of islands that once belonged to Thomas Pell. The body of water between City Island and the even smaller, uninhabited Hart Island to the east is known as City Island Harbor. The small island adjacent to the northeast is High Island. The Stepping Stones Light, marking the main shipping channel into New York, is off the southern tip of City Island, near the Long Island shore. As of the 2020 census, the island had a population of 4,417. Its land area is 0.395 square miles (1.02 km2). The island is part of Bronx Community District 10, and its ZIP Code is 10464.

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City Island offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is City Island located?

City Island is located in New York, United States, North America. The coordinates are 40.8473 latitude, -73.7865 longitude.

What is the population of City Island?

City Island has a population of approximately 4,362 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
4,362
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
New York
Timezone
America/New_York
Coordinates
40.8473, -73.7865

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Worth the detour from City Island

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Bronx Zoo

One of the largest metropolitan zoos in the world spanning 265 acres in New York City with over 6,000 animals.

8 km · about 15 min drive

museum

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

Frank Lloyd Wright's iconic spiral masterpiece housing an outstanding collection of Impressionist and modern art.

16 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Central Park

An 843-acre urban oasis in the heart of Manhattan, one of the most visited urban parks in the world with meadows, lakes, and iconic bridges.

17 km · about 20 min drive

museum

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

America's largest art museum, with over two million works spanning 5,000 years of world culture.

17 km · about 20 min drive

museum

American Museum of Natural History

A beloved New York institution famous for its dinosaur halls, dioramas, and the Rose Center's spectacular planetarium.

17 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Times Square

Dazzling commercial intersection in Midtown Manhattan known for its giant digital billboards and New Year's Eve ball drop.

19 km · about 20 min drive

museum

Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)

The most influential modern art museum in the world, home to Starry Night, Campbell's Soup Cans, and Les Demoiselles d'Avignon.

19 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Empire State Building

Legendary 102-storey Art Deco skyscraper that defined the New York City skyline when completed in 1931.

20 km · about 25 min drive

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near City Island.

Throgs Neck

🇺🇸 United States

4 km awayPop. 33,683

Baychester

🇺🇸 United States

5 km awayPop. 16,274

Kings Point

🇺🇸 United States

5 km awayPop. 5,131

Eastchester

🇺🇸 United States

6 km awayPop. 5,000

Pelham Manor

🇺🇸 United States

6 km awayPop. 5,594

Morris Park

🇺🇸 United States

6 km awayPop. 10,289

Sands Point

🇺🇸 United States

6 km awayPop. 2,752

Unionport

🇺🇸 United States

6 km awayPop. 23,895

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