Grand Forks Vacations 2025

Popular places to visit

Ralph Engelstad Arena

4.5/5(43 reviews)

Catch an event at Ralph Engelstad Arena during your trip to Grand Forks. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Flood Memorial Monument

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You can learn about the history of Grand Forks with a trip to Flood Memorial Monument. Experience the area's entertainment venues and theater scene.

University of North Dakota

4.5/5(40 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of North Dakota, during your travels in Grand Forks. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Grand Forks Vacations

You don't have to have local knowledge to have a great time in Grand Forks, but you should know a few basic details before you jet off.

Grand Forks sits 130 miles (209 kilometers) to the south of Winnipeg, a noteworthy city.

The population of this area of Eastern North Dakota is nearly 53,000.

Places to visit in Grand Forks

You really can't travel to Grand Forks without taking a look at the University of North Dakota. This world-renowned attraction draws in hordes of wanderers each year.

Whether you're looking for groceries, new clothes or a last-minute present, you'll be able to buy it at Columbia Mall. With plenty of stores in one spot, get ready to shop 'til you drop! Want some more options? Getting out on the green is a great way to stretch your legs and have a blast. Challenge your technique with a round at Valley Golf Course. And that's not all. People have said, "Art teaches nothing, except the significance of life." Admire the intriguing works at North Dakota Museum of Art, and take a couple of minutes to envision the story of each piece.

Where do you fly into for Grand Forks?

Put on your headphones and select an in-flight movie. Before you know it, you'll be hitting the tarmac at Grand Forks International Airport (GFK). It's 7 miles (11 kilometers) from the middle of Grand Forks.