As the fourth largest city in Los Angeles County, Glendale is located minutes away from downtown Los Angeles, Burbank, Universal City, Hollywood, and Pasadena, and is surrounded by Southern California’s leading commercial districts. Its outstanding schools, reputation for safety, and central location to 4 major freeways make it a popular choice for families and commuters. But you won’t have to look outside of Glendale to find shopping, theatres, parks, recognizable firms, dining or nightlife. All of these and more are offered within the city’s borders and can be found in the Glendale Galleria and in downtown Glendale to name a few.