3 Days Itinerary in Chandler, United States - Travel Guide

Introduction

Experience the warmth of the Southwest in Chandler, Arizona. This dynamic city is brimming with culture, heritage, and technological advances. Well, are you ready to dive in? This 3-day itinerary has been carefully created to make your trip an unforgettable one.

Day 1 - Welcome to Chandler

Kick-off your great Chandler adventure with the most important meal of the day, breakfast, at one of the city’s famed eatery- Hoosier Cafe. After your delicious meal, drive down to the Chandler Fashion Center, where you can explore top-notch stores or just relax by the koi ponds. After all, we all carry a little shopaholic within us, don’t we? Things are about to get heated in the afternoon as we head to the Zelma Basha Salmeri Gallery, renowned for its incredible collection of American Western and Native American art. Do Native American Societies intrigue you as much as they intrigue me? Oh, and don’t forget to grab lunch at shops nearby. As the sun sets, we drive to Downtown Chandler, known for its vibrant nightlife. Experience a delicious dinner at the chic eatery called The Brickyard Downtown. After dinner, you could catch a play at the Chandler Center for the Arts or enjoy live music at one of the many local venues. Life’s a play, isn’t it?

Day 2 - Exploring Chandler

Let’s start day two with the most beautiful sight, sunrise at Desert Breeze Park. I mean, who doesn’t like to watch breathtaking sunrises? Later fuel up for the day at American Way Market Café, a retro-themed breakfast joint. Now, let's head to the Queen Creek Olive Mill which is, you guessed it, a working olive mill and farm! Step into the lifestyle of early farmers as you learn about olive cultivation and sample fresh olive oil. Life's pretty amazing, huh? For lunch, let’s settle for nothing less than Serrano's Mexican Restaurant, a family-owned eatery serving delicious Mexican food. Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, we’ll head towards the Chandler Ostrich Festival in the afternoon, featuring live entertainment, food, and ostrich-themed activities. To wrap up the day, we’ll check out the Perch Pub & Brewery, with 40+ craft beers on tap, and exotic birds on the premises. Now, how often do you come across a place like that?

Day 3 - The Best of Chandler

On our final day, we'll fuel up with breakfast at the Ginger Monkey, before stopping by the Xico Inc. - a non-profit arts organization. After soaking in all the art you can, take a leisurely stroll through the beautiful Veterans Oasis Park. It's a perfect place to enjoy nature and remember our heroes. If your stomach starts growling, fret not! The Pita Jungle is ready to serve you healthy and tasty lunch, that’s a combo we all need, right? Afterward, let’s head towards the Chandler Fashion Center for a final bit of souvenir shopping. We wrap up the glorious trip with a farewell dinner at the award-winning Kai offering Indigenous American Cuisine, quite unique, isn’t it? From local eateries and art galleries to vibrant festivals and wildlife, you've now made lifelong memories in Chandler!