Location: Glendale
Top Things to do in Glendale
Top 7 Budget-friendly Things to do in Glendale, California (CA)
Glendale /ˈɡlɛndeɪl/ is a city in Los Angeles County, California, United States. Its estimated 2014 population was 200,167, making it the third largest city in Los Angeles County and the 23rd-largest city in California. It is located about 8 miles (13 km) north of downtown Los Angeles.
Restaurants in Glendale
1. Forest Lawn Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 248 reviews
This famous cemetery has dozens of fancy Hollywood tributes and exhibits, and it attracts over one million annual visitors.
Reviewed By sunhead
Serene, beautiful setting for some of Hollywood's most famous. It is a working cemetery so it's important to be respectful as you'll find families visiting final resting place of loved ones. It makes for a great visit though as it is quiet and well maintained (it seems the hills are used by locals for hiking). The cemetery doesn't view itself as a tourist destination (no maps, etc) and there are too many famous graves to list, but do some research in advance to plan a route.
2. Glendale Centre Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 71 reviews
historic 380 seat gorgeous live performing arts venue in-the-round, downtown Glendale, CA where NO seat is more than 9 rows from the stage. This is a fourth-generation family owned and operated theatre where amazing musicals and comedies are performed 52 weeks a year! Parking is only $1 for four hours with validation, many restaurants surround the theatre including Damon's Steak house, Tep Thai, Panini Grill and Panera! Or, Rick Caruso's Americana at Brand is just two blocks away where you can enjoy The Cheesecake Factory!
Reviewed By Passenger748152 - Los Angeles, United States
Went once again to an amazing performance of BRIGHT STAR (from Steve Martin) - full of singing, dancing and bluegrass music. The cast of professionals brought a tear to my eyes with the poignant story of a lost baby found. This theater is a gem, founded and run by a local family it is the oldest continuously operating private theater group in the nation. You can see a ton of 99 seat theater performances on the west side of LA but this place is a story in itself.
3. The Americana at Brand
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 511 reviews
Reviewed By Christopher_E_Haigh - Glendale, United States
There are some malls where you go to shop. That mall is conveniently located across the street. The Americana at Brand is an experience, and one worth repeating even when you have nothing to purchase. A trolley, elegantly choreographed water fountains, and curated green spaces invite you to enjoy the central square (much like a piazza) with your family. This is the perfect place to hang out while "the shopper" among you hits the stores. Not to be missed: the outdoor patio inside Barnes & Noble, and the rooftop bars and restaurants that give you the bird's-eye view of it all. And when hungry stomachs prevail, there are literally dozens of restaurants within a short walk.
4. Glendale Galleria
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 294 reviews
Reviewed By 847glenc - Glendale, United States
A great place to stroll, shop, eat and shmooze! Recently remodeled, it is bright and airy. Easily accessible by freeways and local transit. Glendale Beeline stops in front. Across the street from the high-end Americana complex, a perfect pair, a perfect day trip!
5. Brand Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By GeofJx - Germantown, United States
We stopped here while sightseeing locally - mostly to see the public library in the old Brand house. The gates into the park are really neat and the library in the old house with its Moorish architecture is quite striking. Inside the library has occupied the old house leaving the old architectural details in place and decorating it with beautiful art. The library is full or comfortable furniture and would be a great place to just hang out and work. This is worth a visit
6. Deukmejian Wilderness Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Creeping_Death_LA - Los Angeles, United States
I'm always amazed on how many trails are in our local mountains. This was my first time to this trail and it was an enjoyable hike. This is an easy trail for beginners and is well marked and very popular on the weekend. We hiked on a cloudy day but if it was sunny we would've cooked under the sun because there aren't many trees shading the trails. They have begun to add tree seedlings along most of trails which is a great plus for our future hikers. There's plenty of free parking with few parking restriction signs.
7. Museum of Neon Art
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By Westwood1der
If you are a fan of neon, this is the place. The saved neon from stores, gas stations, car dealers and other locations are bright and illuminated for your pleasure. It is a step back into the early days--now most signs are plastic with bulbs behind them--nothing can compare with the beauty and craftsmanship of authentic neon. It's a great place to visit!
