When Dr. A.J. Chandler decided to sell off parcels of his 18,000-acre Arizona ranch, the town of Chandler was born. Chartered on May 17, 1912, Chandler became a bustling town with businesses, dirt roads, early cars, and a canal. It's more than just a suburb of Phoenix with plenty to see and do.

For history buffs, there's the Chandler Museum, where you can learn all about the area's history and culture. At the Arizona Railway Museum, you can explore old cars and even have a birthday party inside a caboose. Then there's the Huhugam Heritage Center, which focuses on preserving the life of two Native American tribes, the Akimel O'otham and the Pee Posh.

Kids will have a blast at the Crayola Experience, which offers hands-on, creative art and technology activities, such as developing your own new color. They can be a character in their own coloring book, and enjoy a 4D coloring experience. Other family-friendly options are Giggles, an indoor playground), Makutu's Island, an indoor play place, where they can explore pretend trees and caves. They'll also enjoy Bounce-A-Rama, an indoor inflatable theme park.

The restaurant scene in Chandler doesn't disappoint,. There's SanTan, a craft brewery, distillery, and eatery and Roy's, which boasts Hawaiian-European fusion cuisine. For a rich menu experience rooted in Native American history, consider dining at Kai, inside the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass.

Chandler is home to teams representing every major sport, from football (the Arizona Cardinals) and Baseball (the Diamondbacks) to hockey (Arizona Coyotes) and basketball (the Phoenix Suns). Other teams include the WNBA's Phoenix Mercury and the United Soccer League's Phoenix Rising FC.

Living in Chandler means spending a lot of time outdoors, and there are plenty of places to soak up the sun. Visit Desert Breeze Park to play on the splash pad and lounge on the lake. Head to Veterans Oasis Park for trails, playgrounds, and a visitor's center that hosts educational programs.

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