The City of Grand Island, FL
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Grand Island is a small town in the state of Florida. The largest nearby city to Grand Island is Orlando, approximately 29 miles from the city center.There are several family restaurants in or near Grand Island, including Dam Smoker Barbeque, Checkers Drive-In Restaurant, Burger King, Crazy Gator and China Inn Restaurant. For a larger selection of Grand Island restaurants select our Restaurants tab above. Visitors and residents can enjoy nearby Grand Island Golf Courses and/or Museums, including the Twin Lakes Reserve & Golf Club, Clifford House (Eustis Florida), Lake Eustis Museum of Art, Old Lake County Courthouse (Florida) and Wedgewood Golf Course. For a more complete list of attractions in or around the city of Grand Island please click on the Attractions tab above. The following 5 airports are located in or near Grand Island:
- Leesburg Intl. Airport (LEE)
- Ocala Intl. Airport (OCF)
- Orlando Herndon Airport (ORL)
- Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO)
- Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB)
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Grand Island, Florida Attractions
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African American Museum of the Arts - Deland, The African American Museum of the Arts is a museum that can be found at 325 South Clara Avenue, Deland, Florida. It contains a revolving display of art, and over 150 African-related artifacts.
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Albin Polasek Museum and Sculpture Gardens - Winter Park, The Albin Polasek House and Studio, officially known as the Albin Polasek Museum and Sculpture Gardens or The Polasek, is a historic site in Winter Park, Florida. It is located at 633 Osceola Avenue on three acres overlooking beautiful Lake Osceola. On May 2, 2000, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
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Amway Arena - Orlando, Amway Arena is a defunct indoor arena in Orlando, Florida. It is part of the Orlando Centroplex, a sports and entertainment complex located in Downtown Orlando, . The last day of operation of the facility was on September 30, 2010 as arena operations moved to the new Amway Center. According to Orlando Magic President Alex Martins, Amway Arena is expected to be demolished before the end of 2011.
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Amway Center - Orlando, The Amway Center is a sports and entertainment venue in Orlando, Florida, located in the Downtown area. It is part of Downtown Master Plan 3: a plan that also involves improvements to the Citrus Bowl and a new performing arts center. The arena is home to the Orlando Magic of the NBA, the Orlando Predators of the AFL, and will host the 2012 NBA All-Star Game. As well as many other concerts and events, the popular WWE Monday Night RAW debuted at the Amway Center on November 22, 2010 and WWE Smackdown is set to debut at the Amway Center next year on May 3, 2011.
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Appleton Museum of Art - Ocala, The Appleton Museum of Art is a museum that can be found at 4333 East Silver Springs Boulevard, Ocala, Florida. It contains sculptures and 19th century paintings, and has collections of Pre-Columbian, African, European and Asian arts and antiquities. The museum was founded by Arthur I. Appleton, a Chicago electrical supply magnate turned Ocala thoroughbred horse breeder.
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Aquatica - Orlando, Aquatica is a water park operated by SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment and located near Orlando, Florida. The park, which opened to guests on March 1, 2008, is a companion to SeaWorld Orlando and is located across International Drive from the main theme park. The park is themed to the southern Pacific and features Australian and New Zealand based mascots.
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Barberville Central High School - Barberville, The Barberville Central High School is a historic school in Barberville, Florida. It is located at 1776 Lightfoot Lane. On February 3, 1993, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
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Baseline Golf Course - Ocala, The Baseline Golf Course is a 19 hole public golf course in Marion County Florida. Built in 1988, this Ocala course designed by Arlin Parker & Stan Norton is open all year. Tee times are accepted by calling the pro shop at 352-245-4414. The golf course dress code is as follows: No dress code.
Address: 9000 SE 58th Ave, Ocala, FL 34480
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Boggy Creek Golf Club - Orlando, The Boggy Creek Golf Club is a 9 hole public golf course in Orange County Florida. Built in 1980, this Orlando course is open all year. For tee time information call the pro shop at 407-857-0280. The golf course dress code is as follows: No tank tops or cutoffs.
Address: 3650 8th St, Orlando, FL 32827
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Casselberry Golf Club - Casselberry, The Casselberry Golf Club is an 18 hole public golf course in Seminole County Florida. designed by Paul McClure is open all year. For tee time information call the pro shop at 407-699-9310. The golf course dress code is as follows: No tank tops or cutoffs.
Address: 300 S Triplet Lake Dr, Casselberry, FL 32707
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Grand Island, Florida Hotels
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Grand Island, Florida Restaurants
This is a list of Grand Island Family Restaurants with addresses and phone numbers, including American Restaurants, Barbecue Restaurants and Fast Foods & Carry Out. Happy Dining!
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Grand Island Articles
Published November 27, 2010
At Walt Disney World, the quest is always on for Hidden Mickeys. Whatever you do, be careful. Hidden Mickey hunting is free and highly addictive!
Published November 11, 2010
Opened in 1989, Disney’s Hollywood Studios began life as Disney-MGM Studios. Whether your kids are movie buffs or thrill ride junkies, there is something for everyone.
Published November 11, 2010
Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom is the most popular theme park in the world, drawing an estimated 17.2 million people in 2009.
Published November 10, 2010
Opened in 1998, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is more than a simple zoo. Rides and shows blend seamlessly into the animal exhibits, creating a wilderness romp for all ages.
Published November 9, 2010
Walt Disney World's Epcot is a wonderful place for families to explore and learn together. Most pavilions are immense with multiple attractions, shops and dining.
Published October 17, 2010
Every year in May and June, thousands of Star Wars fans descend on Walt Disney World Florida for a spectacular party as only Disney can throw.
Published September 7, 2010
Universal Orlando family fun for kids of all ages with rides from Jurassic Park, Harry Potter, Woody Woodpecker and Incredible Hulk to waterslides, roller coasters and parades.
Published August 9, 2010
Getting the Most Out of a Family-Friendly Resort Vacation from Disney World in Orlando, to all inclusive resorts like Ixtapa Mexico, Rose Hall Resort Jamaica, and Dolphin Bay Resort in Thailand.
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