Top 10 Attractions in Chandler, AZ

Plan a great escape after a day of meetings and throw in a bit of entertainment and rejuvenation – its a snap at Chandler Fashion Center, the state’s second-largest mall.  With seasonal events, entertainment, engaging food court and dozens of full-service restaurants with a variety of national and local boutiques, this is a must-stop on your next trip!  Grab a great photo in front of world-renowned artist, Kelsey Montague’s original, interactive mural

Tip: Shop smart on your vacation and receive Visitor Savings with special offers by visitors by texting the word SAVINGS to (480) 526.9200 to sign up and receive your discounts.

One of five locations in the world, Crayola’s premier, one-of-a-kind family attraction features dozens of hands-on activities where families can come together and create colorful memories.

Downtown Chandler is home to a densely packed array of eateries offering the best in local brew, wine and hand-crafted cocktails coupled with top notch eats. In addition to great sips and bites, visitors will find boutique shops, entertainment and more than 60 events each year with a cozy, neighborhood vibe.

Tip:   Parking garages, lots and street parking offer more than 4,300 FREE parking spaces for visiting Chandler. 

This 35,000-square-foot facility is home to SanTan Brewing Company's beer and spirits production, along with a spacious tasting room and patio. SanTan Gardens offers a guided behind the scenes tour of the production facility with tasting opportunities along the way.

Tip: Be sure to book your tour online in advance through the SanTan Gardens website. Tours are designed for groups of 10 or smaller and all attendees must be 21+ years old.

The Chandler Center for the Arts provides a robust arts season with performances that will delight and visual arts exhibits that will inspire.  With a diverse range of events and performances including Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, GRAMMY® Award winners and emerging artists, you’re sure to find a great performance at this beautiful facility.

Tip: Plan to take in a meal before or after your performance – the arts center is located within a five-minute walk of more than 30 local eateries, cocktail bars and wine lounges located in Downtown Chandler.

With more than 100 acres of wetlands and desert habitats, hiking and biking trails, urban birding and fishing, picnic areas and more – this is a great outdoor recreation area.    The park is also home to the self-guided Chandler Solar System Walk and the Sonoran Sunset concert series, October through March.

Tip: Located in the eastern part of Chandler, this is a great park where all ages and all abilities can get out and explore the Sonoran desert – it’s truly where the city meets the desert.

The Chandler Museum campus features both locally produced and nationally traveling exhibits exploring culture, history, and art and serves as the East Valley History Center for researchers. The museum boosts a new 10,000 square foot facility adjacent to the historic McCullough-Price House. The modern building is the centerpiece of the new museum campus, designed to complement the historic house, preserving and honoring the past while representing Chandler’s progress as a community with a bright future.  On Saturdays, the museum offers family activities.

Tip:  The museum is located on the outer ring road of Chandler Fashion Center mall – which is brimming with more than a dozen, full –service restaurants in addition to their dynamic food court – making it a cinch to grab a bite to eat before or after your visit!

With more than 250 golf courses located in metro Phoenix, one might say it all started here at the San Marcos Golf Course.  While it wasn’t Arizona’s first golf course, the 18-hole course at the San Marcos Golf Course was the first to feature grass instead of sand. Test your skills where celebrities, politicians, and professional golfers have teed off since 1913.

Tip: Throughout the year, the course offers many specials including Golf & Lunch, Back 9 and Breakfast and Night Golf – keep an eye on their Facebook page for these events.

Recognized at one of the Top 5 Escape Rooms in the Western United States by the American Automobile Association (AAA) - this physical adventure game will delight!

Tip: The rooms are designed for small groups of 4-8, so grab your family, friends or co-workers and get ready to solve a series of puzzles and riddles.

Dedicated to showcasing the history and heritage of the railroads of Arizona and the Southwest, the outdoor, open-air museum features a re-creation of the Chandler train depot and a number of restored train cars from various time periods in addition to original rail company china and glass.  

Tip: The museum is open from Noon – 4:00 p.m., on Saturdays and Sundays from Labor Day to Memorial Day and has a nominal admittance fee for the volunteer staffed museum.