Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Glendale travel guide

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You're Going to Love Glendale

With a population of 226 721, Glendale 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 Glendale has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Glendale

If you’re looking for affordable options, Blanco Cocina + Cantina – Peoria (8191 W Paradise Ln) and Bottega Pizzeria Ristorante (19420 N 59th Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Glendale

Glendale in July
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Glendale in July
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Glendale in July, when the average temperature is 89.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 104 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 50 °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 Glendale, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Glendale

Plane

When flying to Glendale, you’ll arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX), which is located 21 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Glendale is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 14 km from Glendale. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Turo, among others, in Phoenix.

Plane

When flying to Glendale, you’ll arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX), which is located 21 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Glendale is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 14 km from Glendale. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Turo, among others, in Phoenix.

Airports near Glendale

PRCPrescott
PHXPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl
AZAPhoenix-Mesa Gateway

Airlines serving Glendale

Lufthansa
Good (8,203 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,562 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,183 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,482 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,050 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,517 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,735 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,657 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,110 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,959 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,514 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,507 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,455 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (432 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,585 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,371 reviews)
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Where to stay in Glendale

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Phoenix - Glendale Sports Dist By IHG and Spark by Hilton Glendale Phoenix North.

Where to stay in popular areas of Glendale

Most booked hotels in Glendale

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Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Conference Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 679 reviews)
$161+
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Tru by Hilton Phoenix Glendale Westgate
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 606 reviews)
$108+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Phoenix Glendale Sports & Entertainment District
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 566 reviews)
$113+
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Aloft Glendale at Westgate
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 395 reviews)
$119+
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Holiday Inn Express Peoria North - Glendale By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 650 reviews)
$84+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Chandler
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2528 reviews)
$74+
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Renting a car in Glendale

Renting a car in Glendale costs $44 per day, on average, or $131 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 23% cheaper than airport locations in Glendale.

Expect to pay $4.35 per gallon in Glendale (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.24 and $69.65. The most frequently booked car type in Glendale is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Luxury rental cars (Class Luxury Car or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Glendale costs $44 per day, on average, or $131 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 23% cheaper than airport locations in Glendale.

Expect to pay $4.35 per gallon in Glendale (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.24 and $69.65. The most frequently booked car type in Glendale is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Luxury rental cars (Class Luxury Car or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Glendale

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$32/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$34/day

Intermediate
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