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 August
Estimated hotel price
$116
1 night at 3-star hotel
Glendale in August
Estimated hotel price
$116
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 13 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Glendale is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 9 miles from Glendale. You’ll find branches of Turo and Carzi Contactless, among others, in Phoenix.

Plane

When flying to Glendale, you’ll arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX), which is located 13 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Glendale is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 9 miles from Glendale. You’ll find branches of Turo and Carzi Contactless, among others, in Phoenix.

Airports near Glendale

PHXPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl
SCFPhoenix Scottsdale Municipal
AZAPhoenix-Mesa Gateway

Airlines serving Glendale

KLM
Good (1,477 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,872 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,827 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,357 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,289 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,906 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,158 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,555 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,503 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (903 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,547 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,727 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,856 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,375 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (396 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,431 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,183 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,232 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,484 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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Tru by Hilton Phoenix Glendale Westgate
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 590 reviews)
$115+
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Holiday Inn Express Peoria North - Glendale By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 621 reviews)
$114+
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Comfort Suites Glendale - State Farm Stadium Area
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 742 reviews)
$138+
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Hilton Phoenix Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1360 reviews)
$114+
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Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1265 reviews)
$255+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Chandler
3 stars
Excellent (8, 2130 reviews)
$87+
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Renting a car in Glendale

Renting a car in Glendale costs $56 per day, on average, or $168 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 12% cheaper than airport locations in Glendale.

Expect to pay $4.09 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 $49.06 and $65.41. The most frequently booked car type in Glendale is Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Sentra or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Glendale costs $56 per day, on average, or $168 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 12% cheaper than airport locations in Glendale.

Expect to pay $4.09 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 $49.06 and $65.41. The most frequently booked car type in Glendale is Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Sentra or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Glendale

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$42/day

Full-size

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$49/day

Compact SUV
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