Chandler travel guide
Chandler Tourism | Chandler Guide
You're Going to Love Chandler
With a population of 236,123, Chandler is a must-see destination in Arizona, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Chandler has to offer.
Where to Eat in Chandler
If you’re looking for affordable options, SanTan Brewing Co - Downtown Chandler BrewPub (8 S. San Marcos Place) and Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Chandler (3325 W Chandler Blvd) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Shimogamo Japanese Restaurant - Chandler (2051 W Warner Rd #14) and Z'Tejas Chandler (7221 W. Ray Road) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Chandler.
When to visit Chandler
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Chandler in July, when the average temperature is 89.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 100.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 37.4 °F, with an average temperature of 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 1.2″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Chandler, with an average rainfall of 0″.
How to Get to Chandler
Plane
When flying to Chandler, you’ll arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX), which is located 20 km from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Chandler is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 27 km from Chandler. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Carzi, among others, in Phoenix.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Chandler, including Greyhound, Tornado Bus and FlixBus. From Flagstaff, the bus ride to Chandler takes 249 km and will cost you around $27. From Los Angeles, the ticket costs about $73 for a journey of 668 km.
Airlines serving Chandler
Where to stay in Chandler
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix Chandler-Fashion Center AZ and Hampton Inn Phoenix-Chandler.
Where to stay in popular areas of Chandler
Most booked hotels in Chandler
Renting a car in Chandler
Renting a car in Chandler costs $48 per day, on average, or $145 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 26% cheaper than airport locations in Chandler.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Chandler (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Chandler is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.