Grand Island

Surrounded entirely by the Niagara River, Grand Island is a scenic residential and recreational community with parks, marinas, and a distinct island character just minutes from Niagara Falls and downtown Buffalo.

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Allentown Amherst Black Rock Canalside District Cheektowaga Depew Downtown East Side Elmwood Village Grand Island Hamburg Hertel Avenue Kaisertown / Lovejoy Kenmore Lancaster Lewiston Lockport Niagara Falls North Buffalo North Tonawanda Orchard Park South Buffalo Tonawanda University District West Seneca West Side Williamsville
Kelly's Country Store 3121 Grand Island Blvd, Grand Island, NY
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Grand Island

    What is Grand Island known for?
    Surrounded entirely by the Niagara River, Grand Island is a scenic residential and recreational community with parks, marinas, and a distinct island character just minutes from Niagara Falls and downtown Buffalo.
    Where is Grand Island located?
    Grand Island sits in the Niagara River about 12 miles north of Downtown Buffalo, connected by the I-190 bridges, and roughly 15 miles from Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Whitehaven Road and Grand Island Boulevard are its main roads.
    What kinds of businesses can I find in Grand Island?
    The BuffaloVibe Local Guide features restaurants, shops, and other local businesses tagged to Grand Island — browse the listings on this page to see what's currently included.
    Does Grand Island have local news, reviews, or events coverage?
    Yes — when stories, reviews, or events are tied to Grand Island, they appear in the Stories, Reviews & Upcoming Events section on this page.
    How do I add or claim a business listing in Grand Island?
    Search for your business in the BuffaloVibe Local Guide and claim your listing to update its hours, contact details, and photos, or sign in to add a new listing from your dashboard.
    Is Grand Island walkable?
    Grand Island is mostly car-dependent given its spread-out, island geography, though there are walking and biking trails around its parks and perimeter.