Chandler Travel Guide

  Twins at a park in Chandler, Arizona
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  • Twins at a park in Chandler, Arizona
      Twins at a park in Chandler, Arizona
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      The kids at Chandler, Arizona April 2009
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Explore Chandler

Things to Do  

Spend afternoon at the Chandler Fashion Center

Spend afternoon at the Chandler Fashion Center, Chandler

 jumpingnorman Says:  So when in Chandler, you should not miss this place --- it is of course a mall, but it is really a very nice place to walk around in, especially for the ladies who love to go shopping (like my wife, hehehe)....But the kids also love going here to play in the playground and... 

Visit Chandler Center for the Arts

Visit Chandler Center for the Arts, Chandler

 jumpingnorman Says:  Chandler must be truly proud of this wonderful Arts Center which was opened in 1989.It has been the venue for countless ballet and dance performances, Broadway shows and musical extravaganzas, most notably jazz. Truly a very family-friendly place located right in the heart... 

Classic Car Show in Chandler!

Classic Car Show in Chandler!, Chandler

 jumpingnorman Says:  There are several classic car shows on weeknights in the Metropolitan Phoenix area - where owners bring their wonderful cars for exhibition and to be appreciated.One of the more established meetings for car afficionados is right here in Chandler - at the Fulton Ranch Towne... 

Strolling along downtown Chandler's fountains...

Strolling along downtown Chandler's fountains..., Chandler

 jumpingnorman Says:  Chandler has the the San Marcos Resort in the heart of its downtown, and if you walk just outside the resort and near the Dr. A J Chandler Park, you will chance upon a little fountain which has a Chichen-Itza-like pyramid water fountain...very relaxing place where you can... 

JAZZ FESTIVALS in this city with over 50 parks!

JAZZ FESTIVALS in this city with over 50 parks!, Chandler

 jumpingnorman Says:  We chanced upon a Jazz festival while we were passing through Chandler and went down an had a lot of fun!The public park which we saw is named after Chandler’s town-square founder, Dr. Alexander Chandler. It is in downtown Chandler near the San Marcos Resort and numerous... 

Free Entrance at the Chandler Museum!

Free Entrance at the Chandler Museum!, Chandler

 jumpingnorman Says:  The Chandler Museum entrance is FREE! The Chandler Historical Society which was founded in 1969 suppoorts this education place which has a lot of information about the city. It is very small but packed with a lot of info on Chandler.We took pictures first at the gazebo just... 

VISIT THE KOKOPELLI WINERY

VISIT THE KOKOPELLI WINERY, Chandler

 Rich62 Says:  Way down at the end of this street, facing the camera, is the Kokopelli Winery. They have some very nice wines and tasting is available for a small fee. When we were there they had a most unusual wine, it was a Margarita Wine. If you like Margaritas, you will like this wine.... 

Hotels  

Windmill Inn of Chandler

 1 Review and 88 Opinions  Windmill Inn Suites is a great little clean, inexpensive hotel for someone traveling through phoenix... 

Hilton Phoenix Chandler

 1 Review and 66 Opinions  Their corporate events liaison is petty, rude, and arrogant. The room and service were terrible.... 

Restaurants  

ZTejas: Chambord Margaritas?Outstanding Food?

ZTejas: Chambord Margaritas?Outstanding Food?, Chandler

 Europe4uandme Says:  Tostada Bites for an Appetizer which consists of a bite sized sesame tostada topped with guacamole,splash of salsa and a grilled shrimp! Salads to die for,steaks,seafood,vegetarian dishes! When you see a small round table with 6 professional football players sitting around... 

Fogo E Brasa: THE Best Food I Have EVER Eaten in My Life!!!!

Fogo E Brasa: THE Best Food I Have EVER Eaten in My Life!!!!, Chandler

 razorbacker Says:  Honestly, the first time I ever ate here I said to myself before I even finished the salad bar, "This is the BEST food I have EVER eaten in my LIFE!" I swear! And the main dining experience only confirmed that...in spades! I have eaten here many times since, and have never... 

Barrio Fiesta of Manila: Filipino Barrio Fiesta in Chandler, AZ

Barrio Fiesta of Manila: Filipino Barrio Fiesta in Chandler, AZ, Chandler

 jumpingnorman Says:  This restaurant tip is for my fellow-Filipinos on VT and those interested in Filipino food!Barrio Fiesta has been serving favorite Filipino dishes since I was a small child in Manila. There are branches here in America and one is in Chandler, Arizona.They do serve roasted... 

Jeepney Bistro: Filipino Fast Food in Chandler, AZ

Jeepney Bistro: Filipino Fast Food in Chandler, AZ, Chandler

 jumpingnorman Says:  If you are curious about Filipino food, craving for Filipino food, or just hungry --- then head off to this little fast food joint in Chandler, Arizona! For just about $14, I could not believe how much food we got! We got the noddles called pansit, and two entrees with the... 

Kona Grill: Happy Hour

Kona Grill: Happy Hour, Chandler

 DarleneCMF Says:  Very convenient location, in Chandler Fashion Center. This is a popular hang-out place. They serve good 'pulutan' (food you take with drinks) like sushi, pizza. Good crowd and atmosphere. Margarita 

Hong Kong Gourmet Buffet: Chinese Buffet

Hong Kong Gourmet Buffet: Chinese Buffet, Chandler

 DarleneCMF Says:  Hong Kong Buffer is popular because of the variety, and the food is really good. They have Chinese food, steaks, salads, sushi bar, desserts - eat all you can! If I remember it right, it's $12+tax for lunch and $15+tax for dinner. 

Shopping  

Farmers market: Downtown Chandler Thursdays

Farmers market: Downtown Chandler Thursdays, Chandler

 HeidiR Says:  Downtown Chandler has its very own farmers market on a Thursday afternoon from 3pm-7pm. There is talk this will change in the height of summer. We love this place, if you have been there and not been lately it is worth a revisit has it has really grown in recent months. On... 

A wide variety of shops: THE CHANDLER MALL

A wide variety of shops: THE CHANDLER MALL, Chandler

 Rich62 Says:   There is a Pottery Barn, a Chocolate Factory, and lots more to choose from. 

Local Customs  

GARAGE SALES IN CHANDLER

GARAGE SALES IN CHANDLER, Chandler

 DarleneCMF Says:  Chandler is the only place I've traveled to in the US where there are regular garage sales. You can just drive around during the weekend (more on Saturdays than Sundays) and follow the signs put up by the people having the garage sales.My best buys would be 9 books from just... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Sudden sandstorms

Sudden sandstorms, Chandler

 DarleneCMF Says:  Sandstorms can occur suddenly, without warning. If you are driving, find a safe spot where you can park for the meantime. Low visibility can make driving difficult and dangerous. If you're outdoors, find cover. 

What to Pack  

Water and Sunblock

Water and Sunblock, Chandler

 DarleneCMF Says:   Light clothes during summer. It can get really hot during the day. Bring water always.Sunblock. 

Favorites  

Chandler: Named after a veterinarian!

Chandler: Named after  a veterinarian!, Chandler

 jumpingnorman Says:  Dr. Alexander J. Chandler first came to Arizona in 1887 as the first territorial veterinary surgeon. Interested in ranching and land development, he accumulated 18,000 acres of land south of the town of Mesa.He develpoped irrigation techniques in the area, and played a large... 

Take in shopping and Mexican...

Take in shopping and Mexican..., Chandler

 PINIKI Says:  Take in shopping and Mexican Food. I have only been there once in the winter, and it was pleasant. Lots of people. 

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 Take in shopping and Mexican Food. I have only been there once in the winter, and it was pleasant. Lots of people. 

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Questions and Answers

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Q:  Hotel name: Radisson Hotel Phoenix-Chandler Address: 7475 WEST CHANDLER BOULEVARD CHANDLER, AZ, US 85226 Will be staying at... 

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A: It would probably be best to read the reviews. If there aren't any here on VT, Yahoo! Travel will certainly have some. Also, this was apparently a Wyndham Garden until... 

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Jumping Around Chandler, Arizona!

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Chandler. I'd love to share with you the 9 tips I've written, the 14 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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 While in Phoenix we dropped down to Chandler (just south of Tempe) to see what was up. Its a nice area with lots of shops of all kinds. About 180,000 people live in Chandler. They have a nice little... 

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 I was in Chandler for 4 months in 2003 and 3 months in 2004, both for business trips. Chandler is a well-planned city. All the major roads are in square grids so it's really easy place to navigate.... 

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