Itinerary: See the Cranes

Nebraska's Platte River Valley is home to the spring sandhill crane migration and Grand Island is one of the places you can experience it.

Cranes Flying at Sunset
Day 1
The Chocolate Bar

116 W. 3rd St
Grand Island, NE
United States

Start your day sweet with a trip to The Chocolate Bar. A trendy café with unique eats such as cinnamon roll pancakes to sweeten up your day!

Stuhr Museum

3133 W US Hwy 34
Grand Island, NE
United States

The Stuhr Museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of those who have inhabited the plains and includes extensive exhibits, from farm machinery to the reconstructed Railroad Town.

Wave Pizza Company

107 N Walnut St
Grand Island, NE
United States

Pick up your choice of “board” at this surf themed pizza joint! Featuring unique flavors such as the Wedge and Lovers Point created to surprise and delight your taste buds!

Self-Guided Crane Viewing

Grand Island, NE
United States

Spend an afternoon with the cranes on this self-guided viewing. This checklist provides all the information you need to have the perfect afternoon viewing experiences!

Double V Restaurant Sports Bar & Grill

520 W 3rd St
Grand Island, NE
United States

Double V includes a pair of dining experiences: Victory, the sports bar and grill and Valiant, an upscale dining option open Friday and Saturday nights. Stop in for a large menu and drink selection and fun atmosphere.

Sandhill Crane Viewing Blind Tour

9325 South Alda Rd
Wood River, NE
United States

End the night with the birds during the evening tours at Crane Trust. Watch the flocks travel to roost for the night as you ready for the night as well!

Grand Island Lodging Options

Grand Island, NE
United States

The Chocolate Bar
Day 2
Sunrise Sandhill Crane Viewing

River Park
NE
United States

Rise with the cranes during a sunrise sandhill crane viewing. The viewing deck at River Park offers a wonderful view of the migration of the cranes!

Fuji Steakhouse and Grill

1004 Diers Ave #200
Grand Island, NE
United States

This traditional Japanese steak house takes pride in serving the finest Oriental cuisine in the area. Along with friendly service it provides the perfect atmosphere for a great meal!

Antique and Boutique Shopping

201 W 3rd St
Grand Island, NE
United States

The Railside district features a variety of antique and boutique stores that have finds for all to enjoy!

The Chicken Coop

120 E 3rd St
Grand Island, NE
United States

The Chicken Coop is a Sports Bar and Grill featuring a large menu of wings, pizza, sandwiches, steaks, seafood and a children's menu!

Grand Island Lodging Options

Grand Island, NE
United States

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