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Grand Island

New York, United States · North America

About Grand Island

Grand Island works well as a base: 10 minutes from Grandyle Village, 9km from Niagara Falls (New York).

Grand Island is a town located in New York, United States. With a population of 20,813, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Grand 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 Grand Island to your route.

About Grand Island

Niagara Amusement Park & Splash World (formerly Fantasy Island, Two Flags Over Niagara Fun Park, and Martin's Fantasy Island) was an 85 acre (34 ha) amusement park in Grand Island, New York near Niagara Falls. It featured an amusement park and a water park. The park was founded by Lawrence Grant. At time of closing it

Read more was owned by Store Capital and operated by IB Parks & Entertainment. It operated somewhat infrequently from 1961 to 2025.

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What are the best things to do in Grand Island?

Grand 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 Grand Island located?

Grand Island is located in New York, United States, North America. The coordinates are 43.0331 latitude, -78.9625 longitude.

What is the population of Grand Island?

Grand Island has a population of approximately 20,813 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
20,813
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
New York
Timezone
America/New_York
Coordinates
43.0331, -78.9625

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911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Grand Island

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

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Niagara Falls (New York)

One of the world's most powerful and famous waterfalls, where the Niagara River plunges over 160 feet at the US-Canada border.

9 km · about 15 min drive

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Niagara Falls (Canada)

The Canadian side offers the most dramatic views of the Horseshoe Falls, with the Journey Behind the Falls experience and Niagara Parks botanical gardens.

10 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Horseshoe Falls (Canadian Side)

The most powerful waterfall in North America, where 90 per cent of the Niagara River's flow plummets over the curved brink.

10 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Niagara-on-the-Lake

A charming heritage town at the mouth of the Niagara River with award-winning wineries, the Shaw Festival theatre, and beautiful 19th-century streetscapes.

26 km · about 30 min drive

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Grand Island.

Grandyle Village

🇺🇸 United States

4 km awayPop. 4,629

Tonawanda

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 14,907

Chippawa

🇨🇦 Canada

7 km awayPop. 6,077

North Tonawanda

🇺🇸 United States

8 km awayPop. 30,785

Niagara Falls

🇺🇸 United States

10 km awayPop. 48,916

Kenmore

🇺🇸 United States

11 km awayPop. 15,160

Niagara Falls

🇨🇦 Canada

11 km awayPop. 99,818

Sanborn

🇺🇸 United States

13 km awayPop. 1,645

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