VISIT GLENDALE

Paradise in the Valley of the Sun – Things to Do in Glendale

The town of Glendale is located just west of Phoenix in Arizona's Valley of the Sun. It's a small but lively community that attracts visitors from all over the globe, who come to experience the area's natural beauty, annual events, and unique attractions. There are lots of things to do in Glendale for any type of traveler.

Unique Glendale Attractions

Glendale attractions offer natural beauty and sites of historic interest. There are ranches and wildlife areas that are great for hiking or just taking in the desert view. Right in the middle of town is Thunderbird Park, a sprawling thousand acres full of activities like horseback riding. Vintage theaters like the Alex Theatre offer a unique movie-viewing experience. Water parks like Waterworld Safari and Wet 'N Wild Phoenix are great places for the whole family to cool off, and you can see ancient petroglyphs at the Deer Valley Rock Art Centre.

Lots of Tastes at Glendale Restaurants

Glendale restaurants offer everything from fine dining and world-class wine bars to downhome cowboy fare. The downtown dining district is where Glendale restaurants really come alive. You'll find tastes from around the world there, from German to Chinese, home-style Mexican to Chicago barbecue. You can wander the district and indulge your taste buds while also enjoying the historic buildings.

The downtown district also offers unique Glendale shopping. Downtown Glendale has been named one of America's top ten best places for shopping by USA Today and Sunset Magazine. You'll find lots of shopping experiences here that you won't find anywhere else, like Cabela's, a store you have to spend some hours exploring. Cabela's carries outdoors goods and local gifts with a museum and aquarium inside. There's also Cerreta Candy Company, a nice shopping treat for kids of all ages.

The Glendale Calendar of Events

The Glendale calendar of events is quite impressive, with travelers from all over the country visiting to enjoy its high-profile events. One of the most popular is the Annual Cancer Treatment Centers of America Tennis Championship, which draws big names from across the country. People also visit Glendale for the concerts and shows at the Jobing.com arena.

Glendale Golf Courses

Glendale golf courses offer a round of golf for players of any level. You won't believe the stunning variety of Glendale golf courses. It has more than you'd expect in a town its size, making it something of an Arizona golf Mecca. A few widely known courses include Lake Scholl Canyon Golf Club and Glen Lakes Golf Course. The best part is that Glendale isn't far at all from Phoenix. You can enjoy all the things to do in Glendale as a day trip from the city or stay in one of its many hotels or resorts. It's a great place to visit for any kind of traveler, whether you're into beautiful desert scenery, great games of golf, unique shopping, family entertainment, or just soaking up the sun.