What to do and see in Glendale, Arizona (AZ): The Best Free Things to do

January 15, 2022 Janean Rudisill

Glendale /ˈɡlɛndeɪl/ is a city in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States, located about nine miles (14 km) northwest from Downtown Phoenix. According to the 2010 census, the population of the city is 226,721.
Restaurants in Glendale

1. Glendale Public Library

5959 W Brown St, Glendale, AZ 85302-1200 +1 623-930-3530 http://www.glendaleaz.com/library/
Excellent
80%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 10 reviews

Glendale Public Library

Reviewed By Deborah_SKK

This community library is nestled to the south of the Saguaro Ranch Park an has a spill-over of peacocks, pea hens and seasonal chicks from the neighbors. Watch where you step. The structure is surrounded with a variety of low water plants with educational signs to encourage planting desert style and conserving water. I attended on a day when the local seed library was present, they set up in the lobby. You can check out different types of desert and food seeds and are encouraged to bring some back after your harvest. Inside the library the staff is helpful and the electronic card catalogs are easy to follow. The selection of media is broad and the children's section was active. Libraries are no longer the "hush spot" but there are quiet areas set aside. The library offers free cards for those in the City of Glendale, those outside that boundary are offered with a small fee. There is a busy calendar of events to check out, stop on by!

2. Cerreta Candy Co.

5345 W Glendale Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301-2619 +1 623-930-9000 http://www.cerreta.com
Excellent
60%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 140 reviews

Cerreta Candy Co.

Reviewed By Bigredmachine - Salt Lake City, United States

Cerreta Candy Company is so successful because they make candy that everyone wants. Nothing too fancy, and nothing too expensive. Everything they make is delicious and disappears as soon as they come through the front door. Their sugar free candy is a big hit with our diabetic family members, and the chocolate covered rice crispy treats our my personal favorites. Their white chocolate golfballs are a great gift for any golfer.

3. Catlin Court

5701 W Palmaire Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301-2439 +1 623-930-7303 http://www.visitcatlincourt.com
Excellent
69%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
0%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 13 reviews

Catlin Court

Reviewed By Jattotravel - Phoenix, United States

What a nice stroll solo or with someone special ,,a short walk from old town Glendale ,,a treasure trove on vintage finds ,,and one of a kind eats and treats ,,,events scheduled year around ,,with an old fashion hometown feel not far from the hustle bustle of modern city fare in Phoenix ,,,you will love the home style welcome and charm ,,,and the cottages will warm ,,the vintage souls heart ,,,,a must see ,,treasure ,,and step back into a time when life was more simple

4. Sahuaro Ranch Park

9802 North 59th Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85302 +1 623-930-2820 [email protected] http://www.glendaleaz.com/SRPHA/index.cfm
Excellent
43%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
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Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 86 reviews

Sahuaro Ranch Park

Reviewed By joefocht53 - Tamarac, United States

Being there for a family reason we wanted to relax and enjoy the outdoors and this was the perfect place. On Mondays the park is open but the buildings are closed but, it is still worth it. I saw a family having a picnic lunch with the kids. The rose garden and just to see what a ranch appeared in the late 18th century was amazing. They have many peacocks that are there and some will even stop to put on a show for you. The beauty of the Peacocks and the roses are worth the going even thou the building may be closed learn from actual building and put yourself back in the history of Glendale

5. Westgate Entertainment District

6770 N Sunrise Blvd, Glendale, AZ 85305-3171 +1 623-385-7502 http://westgatecitycenter.com/
Excellent
56%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 706 reviews

Westgate Entertainment District

Reviewed By gdcr5910

We walked around this area and had some lunch and visited the candy and yogurt shops. Very nice area with lots of variety of food and shops.

6. Thunderbird Conservation Park

22600 N 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85310 http://www.glendaleaz.com/parksandrecreation/thunderbirdpark.cfm
Excellent
64%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
4%
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4.5 based on 73 reviews

Thunderbird Conservation Park

Reviewed By bpred754 - Phoenix, United States

I grew up in this area so I have been to Thunderbird Conservation Park several times. There are several trails with different types of difficulties. My favorite trail is the Sunrise trail. It is a quick hike with awesome views, my German Shepherd loves it too! The park also has several different types of amenities like picnic areas and a wildlife lookout area that not many people know about. I recommend downloading the Avem app, it will help you discover and find all the different park amenities offered at Thunderbird Conservation Park. Happy Hiking!

7. Glendale Historic District

Glendale Avenue and 58th Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301 +1 623-299-2060 http://www.glendalehistorical.org/district.html
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.0 based on 245 reviews

Glendale Historic District

This is the downtown historic area of Glendale, Arizona. The area has more than 80 antique shops, some interesting resturants, and nice park.

Reviewed By chema54montoya - Glendale, United States

A great place to roam around and shop though the many Antique Shops and other interesting shops. There are many sit down places to grab a bite to eat, comfortably priced.

8. Tanger Outlets Phoenix

6800 N 95th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85305-6800 +1 623-877-9500 http://www.tangeroutlet.com/glendale
Excellent
30%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
5%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 172 reviews

Tanger Outlets Phoenix

Find great savings on merchandise from your favorite designer and name-brands direct from the manufacturer at stores like: Banana Republic, Coach, H&M, Michael Kors, Polo Ralph Lauren, Nike, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Puma and many more. Before you travel, check out the Tanger Outlet website to find the latest Coupons & Sales Offers for Tanger Outlets in Glendale. Or, when you arrive at the outlets, make your first stop Shopper Services to learn about the benefits of joining TangerClub (Tanger Club information is also available online). In Shopper Services you can purchase a coupon book full of great savings or if you are already a TangerClub member pick up a coupon book for free! Think Outlets, Think Tanger.

Reviewed By Kieande - Nampa, United States

Yes, this was an outlet mall. Most of us are familiar with outlet malls. I have to say I loved the set up and ease to find stores and maps. The trees and birds made this feel like I was shopping on a tropical island. Staff in each store I went was amazing and friendly. It was clean and well taken care of. There were plenty of seats to wait for friends or enjoy a beverage. Great place to go and you can find anything you are looking for.

9. Xeriscape Botanical Gardens

5959 W Brown St, Glendale, AZ 85302-1248 +1 623-930-3596
Excellent
31%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
6%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 16 reviews

Xeriscape Botanical Gardens

10. Arrowhead Towne Center

7700 W Arrowhead Towne Ctr, Glendale, AZ 85308-8616 +1 623-979-7777 http://arrowheadtownecenter.com
Excellent
36%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
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Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 25 reviews

Arrowhead Towne Center

Reviewed By rebeccawO515CN

We always stop by the mall before our drive back to Flagstaff. My daughter is 4 years old and she loves it here. Disney Store, Building A Bear Workshop, kids play area, train rides, etc. As a parent i am always happy to go to a place that is clean, feels safe and has lots of parking. Arrowhead Towne Center provides that.

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