By reading this top 10 places to visit in Chandler (Arizona) and why, you can be sure your trip to this city will be rather interesting and even educational.
Huhugam Heritage Center
Some Native American tribes are better known than others. By coming to this center you’ll have the opportunity to learn more and to even see art and artifacts belonging to Native American tribes. The center has its climate controlled for a better preservation of the exhibits.
City Hall
If you’re interested in architecture, then the City Hall should be on the list of things to see in this city. What stands out about this building is that the earth friendly practices popular throughout the city can also be seen in its design.
The Consolidated Canal
People come here to either ride their bicycles or their horses. The Western side of the canal is meant for horses while the other one for bikes. The Eastern side of canal is consolidated for 6 miles and a half and it 10 feet wide.
Chandler Museum
If you are curious about the history of Chandler a trip to this museum will help you get all the answers. Not many people the one who first settled here at the beginning of the 20th century was a veterinarian.
Rawhide Western Town & Steakhouse at Wild Horse Pass
Everything related to the Western American culture, cowboys and country music can surely be found here. Lookout for the gun fights and cowboy stunt shows, for a trip back to the 1880s.
Merchant Square
If you’re into buying antiques, you’re likely to find something here that you’ll simply want in your life. There are many different types of findings here that will at least spark your imagination and creativity. Most of the merchandise comes from all over Arizona and the prices are rather fair as well.
Veterans Oasis Park
Everyone goes to this park for the really good bird watching opportunities. At least 150 species of birds call this park their home. You should keep in mind that not all birds have the same activity schedule, but you can ask the more experienced bird watchers for some guidance.
Zelma Basha Salmeri Gallery of Western American and American Indian Art
If you’re searching for a free destination to see, this gallery might be just what you’re looking for. There are more than 3000 pieces to observe here and they all belong in the contemporary western American style and American Indian art style.
Chandler High School
Build in the Classical Revival style, the Chandler High School is part of the National Register of Historic Places. The building was finished in 1920s and it recently received a renovation. The Old Main originally had only 2 levels.
Arizona Railway Museum
It’s usually children who like trains and railroads. This museum is intended for all age groups and it attracts lots of visitors daily. Most exhibits belong to past eras and are not currently in use anymore. They are however well maintained and repaired for a more accurate experience.