Grand Island travel guide
Grand Island Tourism | Grand Island Guide
You're Going to Love Grand Island
With a population of 48,520, Grand Island is a must-see destination in Nebraska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Grand Island to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Grand Island
If you’re looking for affordable options, 40 North Tap + Grille (520 W 3rd St) and Grand Island Saddle Club (1 Kuesters Lake Rd) are great picks.
When to visit Grand Island
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Grand Island in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Grand Island, with an average rainfall of 0.5″.
How to Get to Grand Island
Plane
When flying to Grand Island, you’ll arrive at Grand Island (GRI), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Grand Island departs from Cleveland and takes around 6h 05m.
Car
Another option to get to Grand Island is to pick up a car rental from Omaha, which is about 127 miles from Grand Island. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Turo, among others, in Omaha.
Bus
Grand Island’s bus station is located 2 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Grand Island
Where to stay in Grand Island
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn and Conference Center I-80 Grand Island and Days Inn by Wyndham Grand Island I-80.
Where to stay in popular areas of Grand Island
Most booked hotels in Grand Island
Renting a car in Grand Island
Renting a car in Grand Island costs $79 per day, on average.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 24% cheaper than airport locations in Grand Island.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Grand Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Grand Island is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 41% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Grand Island
Standard
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$79/day
Intermediate
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$79/day