Goat Island, Niagara Falls

#22 among attractions in Niagara Falls

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Goat Island is a small island in the Niagara River, in the middle of Niagara Falls between the Bridal Veil Falls and the Horseshoe Falls. The island is at the southwest corner of the City of Niagara Falls, New York, in the United States and is part of Niagara Falls State Park. ()

Alternative names: Maximum elevation: 558 ftCoordinates: 43°4'49"N, 79°4'5"W

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Goat Island – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Niagara Falls, Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, Cave of the Winds.

~1790 ftW
Iconic, monumental group of waterfalls
Niagara Falls, Niagara Falls
9 min walk • Niagara Falls, straddling the border between the United States and Canada, is one of the most breathtaking natural wonders in North America. This majestic waterfall is not only a powerful spectacle of nature but also a popular tourist destination, drawing millions of...
0.4 miSW
Iconic, monumental waterfall
Horseshoe Falls, Niagara Falls
11 min walk • Horseshoe Falls, often known as Canadian Falls, is one of the most breathtaking natural wonders located on the Niagara River, straddling the international border between the Canadian province of Ontario and the U.S. state of New York.
~1610 ftN
Natural attraction, Nature, Waterfall
American Falls, Niagara Falls
8 min walk • The American Falls, a majestic cascade of water located in the city of Niagara Falls, New York, is a breathtaking sight that captivates the hearts of tourists from around the globe. As one of the three waterfalls that together make up the renowned Niagara Falls, the...
~1350 ftNW
Wooden walkways next to Niagara Falls
Cave of the Winds, Niagara Falls
7 min walk • The Cave of the Winds is a breathtaking natural wonder nestled in the city of Niagara Falls, New York, offering visitors an up-close experience with the roaring waters of one of the most famous waterfalls in the world. This tourist attraction is not a cave in the...
~1400 ftNW
Smallest of the 3 Niagara Falls cascades
Bridal Veil Falls, Niagara Falls
7 min walk • Bridal Veil Falls, a breathtaking natural wonder located in the city of Niagara Falls, New York State, offers visitors an intimate encounter with one of the most captivating waterfalls in North America. As the smallest of the three waterfalls that together make up the...
~680 ftNE
Park
Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls
4 min walk • Niagara Falls State Park, a jewel nestled in the city of Niagara Falls, New York, is the oldest state park in the United States. Established in 1885, the park is a sanctuary for those seeking the thrill of one of nature's most spectacular displays.
0.4 miN
Observation deck above Niagara Falls
Prospect Point Observation Tower, Niagara Falls
12 min walk • Prospect Point Observation Tower is an iconic landmark situated in the city of Niagara Falls, New York, offering breathtaking views of the world-famous waterfalls and the surrounding landscape. Standing tall within Niagara Falls State Park, this tower is a must-visit...
1 miN
Aquarium, Zoo, Park
Aquarium of Niagara, Niagara Falls
27 min walk • The Aquarium of Niagara is a non-profit public aquarium dedicated to education and conservation of aquatic life. Originally privately owned and founded by a group of chemists and other scientists, it opened on June 12, 1965.
0.9 miN
Archaeological site
Schoellkopf Power Station, Niagara Falls
24 min walk • The Schoellkopf Power Station was built on land owned by Jacob F. Schoellkopf above the Niagara Gorge near the American Falls, 1,600 feet downriver from Rainbow Bridge.
1 miN
Science museum, Museum, Natural history museum
Niagara Gorge Discovery Center, Niagara Falls
25 min walk • The Niagara Gorge Discovery Center, also known as the Schoellkopf Geological Museum, is on the American side of Niagara Falls within Niagara Falls State Park and the city of Niagara Falls, New York. It opened in 1971.
0.7 miNE
Hotel, Gambling, Nightlife
Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel, Niagara Falls
19 min walk • Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel is a casino in Niagara Falls, New York. It was built by the Seneca Nation to compete with Casino Niagara and Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Formerly known as the Niagara Falls Convention and Civic Center, it was sold to the federally recognized Seneca Nation of New York.

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Which popular attractions are close to Goat Island?

Nearby attractions include Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls (4 min walk), Three Sisters Islands, Niagara Falls (5 min walk), Luna Island, Niagara Falls (6 min walk), Cave of the Winds, Niagara Falls (7 min walk).

How to get to Goat Island by public transport?

The nearest stations to Goat Island:

Bus

FlixBus Niagara Falls • Lines: 2686 (10 min walk)