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Medina

New York, United States · North America

About Medina

Medina sits on the route: 15 minutes from Middleport, 55km from Niagara Falls (New York).

Medina is a town located in New York, United States. With a population of 5,827, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Medina 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 Medina to your route.

About Medina

The Main Street Historic District in Medina, New York, United States, is the downtown commercial core of the village. It is a 12-acre (4.9 ha) area stretching south along Main Street from the Erie Canal to the railroad tracks. Its buildings, all but three of which contribute to its historic character, reflect the

Read more development of Medina from the early days of the canal, where a bend in the route made it a natural harbor, in the 1830s to the 1920s. They are brick or stone buildings in a variety of architectural styles from the 19th century, primarily Italianate. Many of them have been renovated after a period of decline in the mid-20th century. In 1995 it was designated a historic district and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Two years later, a rail freight depot at the south end was added when further research established that it was historically related to other buildings in the district.

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Where is Medina located?

Medina is located in New York, United States, North America. The coordinates are 43.2201 latitude, -78.3870 longitude.

What is the population of Medina?

Medina has a population of approximately 5,827 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
5,827
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
New York
Timezone
America/New_York
Coordinates
43.2201, -78.3870

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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 Medina

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

waterfall

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.

55 km · about 65 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.

56 km · about 65 min drive

waterfall

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.

58 km · about 65 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.

58 km · about 65 min drive

Nearby Destinations

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25 km awayPop. 1,636

Lockport

🇺🇸 United States

25 km awayPop. 20,624

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