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Things to see in Glendale, Arizona (United States): 10 places and when to go
Glendale, Arizona is a city in United States with around 500,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 10 places in and around it, mainly Nature (3), With kids (3), Temples (2). The best known are Phoenix Arizona Temple, Christ's Church of the Valley and Gavilan Peak. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 13 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 47. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 33.5819, -112.1958
- Population
- About 500,000
- Places
- 10 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (3) · With kids (3) · Temples (2) · Wildlife (2) · Mountains (1) · Architecture (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- LAX Los Angeles, 576 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Gavilan Peak, at 877 m.
What to see in Glendale, Arizona
The places in and around Glendale, Arizona, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Phoenix Arizona TempleTemple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Phoenix, Arizona, United States13 km
- Christ's Church of the ValleyEvangelical Christian megachurch in Peoria, Arizona14 km
- Gavilan PeakMountain in Arizona, United States of America37 km
- White Tank Mountain Regional ParkLarge regional park located in west-central Maricopa County, Arizona34 km
- Lake Pleasant Regional ParkPark in Arizona, USA37 km
- KLNZRegional Mexican radio station in Glendale, Arizona, United States36 km
- Pioneer Living History MuseumLiving museum in Phoenix, Arizona27 km
- Six Flags Hurricane Harbor PhoenixWater park in Glendale, Arizona13 km
- Foothills Aquatic CenterWith kids8.4 km
- Mattel Adventure ParkWith kids9.6 km
When to go to Glendale, Arizona
The best time to visit Glendale, Arizona is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible10:00
- FebPossible10:48
- MarBest time11:45
- AprBest time12:51
- MayBest time13:44
- JunBest time14:13
- JulBest time14:01
- AugBest time13:15
- SepBest time12:12
- OctBest time11:08
- NovPossible10:13
- DecPossible9:47
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 13 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 47. In April, 10 of the 10 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Glendale, Arizona
The nearest main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX, Los Angeles), 576 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Phoenix, Arizona25 places12 km
- Scottsdale, Arizona6 places33 km
- Mesa, Arizona35 places46 km
- Camp Verde6 places114 km
- Prescott, Arizona7 places115 km
- Sedona8 places146 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Glendale, Arizona?
The best known: Phoenix Arizona Temple, Christ's Church of the Valley, Gavilan Peak, White Tank Mountain Regional Park, Lake Pleasant Regional Park. In all, 10 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Glendale, Arizona?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 13 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 47.
How do you get to Glendale, Arizona?
The nearest main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 576 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Glendale, Arizona as the destination and these 10 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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