Things to see and do

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway 

 Aboard the World’s Largest Rotating Tramcar enjoy spectacular views of the desert below. Located just minutes from downtown Palm Springs. Enjoy 54 miles of hiking trails, dining, spectacular views, gift shops.

 1 Tram Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262; (760) 325-1391

https://www.pstramway.com

Living Desert Zoo & Gardens 

 Experience Palm Springs’ wilder side with admission to The Living Desert, a zoo and botanical garden that showcase desert plants and wildlife from around the world. Explore the 1200-acre (486-ha) property on hiking trails and extensive tram lines that  cross  ecosystems from Africa, the Americas and the Australian Outback. Watch for the park’s 450 animals as you learn how they adapt to life in earth’s most arid places, and enjoy live shows, animal feedings and family-friendly activities aimed at  education and  conservation.

47900 Portola Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260; (760) 346-5694

http://www.livingdesert.org

The McCallum Theatre 

 The McCallum Theatre is a 1,127-seat theatre and concert venue located on the southern edge of the campus of College of the Desert in Palm Desert.

73000 Fred Waring Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260; (760) 340-2787

http://www.mccallumtheatre.com

Local Casinos

One stop fun includes gaming, dining, spa, entertainment & nightlife!

AGUA CALIENTE CASINO RESORT & SPA

32-250 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA 92270; (888) 999-1995

http://www.hotwatercasino.com

SPOTLIGHT 29 CASINO

46-200 Harrison Pl., Coachella, CA 92236; (760) 775-5566

http://www.spotlight29.com

FANTASY SPRINGS RESORT CASINO

84245 Indio Springs Dr., Indio, CA 92203; (760) 342-5000

http://www.fantasyspringsresort.com

MORONGO CASINO, RESORT AND SPA

49500 Seminole Dr., Cabazon, CA 92230; (800) 252-4499

https://www.morongocasinoresort.com

AUGUSTINE CASINO

84-001 Avenue 54, Coachella, CA 92236; (760) 391-9500

http://www.augustinecasino.com

SPA RESORT CASINO

401 E. Amado Rd., Palm Springs, CA 92262; (888) 999-1995

http://sparesortcasino.com

RED EARTH CASINO

3089 Norm Niver Rd., Thermal, CA 92274; (760) 395-1200

http://www.redearthcasino.com

TORTOISE ROCK CASINO

73829 Baseline Rd., Twentynine Palms, CA 92277; (760) 367-9759

http://www.tortoiserockcasino.com

Hiking, Biking & Rock Climbing 

Joshua Tree National Park, Box Canyon & Many trails in the Santa Rosa Mountains including the Desert "Bump-n-Grind" Hiking Trail + many more trails.

http://www.hiking-in-ps.com

College of the Desert Street Fair 

 For over 30 years, the College Of The Desert Street Fair has been a popular weekend destination, where locals and visitors alike can spend their day with an open-air shaded shopping experience second to none. With merchandise and services for all  ages and  any budget, the Street Fair offers more than 300 merchants, artists, a farmer`s market, live entertainment, gourmet food and much more.

43-500 Monterey Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260; (760) 636-7957

http://codaastreetfair.com

Desert Hills Premium + Cabazon Outlet Shopping

The Outlets® are home to the largest collection of luxury outlets in California

48400 Seminole Drive, Cabazon, CA 92230

http://www.premiumoutlets.com

48750 Seminole Drive, Cabazon, CA 92230 | (951) 922-3000

http://www.cabazonoutlets.com

El Paseo Shopping and Dining

From elegant shopping to exquisite dining, El Paseo indulges all of the senses. Browse your favorite luxury labels and chic boutiques, savor gourmet cuisine by the Coachella Valley’s top chefs, and wander through an array of art galleries set against a scenic backdrop in the heart of Palm Desert. 

73061 El Paseo, Palm Desert; (760) 341-4058

http://theshopsonelpaseo.com

Westfield Shopping Mall Palm Desert

Want to enjoy shopping with your favorite retailers in an air-conditioned mall? Head to Westfield Palm Desert, one of the only traditional indoor shopping malls in the Coachella Valley. Anchored by retail giants like JCPenney, Sears, Barnes and Noble and Macy's, Westfield Mall offers a range of retail shops and restaurants that offer everything you're looking for. Fashion shows and family-friendly events are held on weekends throughout the year, adding an interactive level to the traditional mall experience. Westfield Mall is also home to Cinemas Palme D'or, a movie theater than screens indie and international films in addition to blockbuster releases.

72-840 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA 92260; (760) 346-2121

https://www.westfield.com

Visit Old Town La Quinta

Get ready for the complete experience that is Old Town La Quinta. Where the spirit and architecture of Old California is brought to life in a chic outdoor shopping and dining village. With sophisticated boutiques and curated fashion, delicious dining and exciting nightlife, wine tastings, art shows, live weekend music and a multitude of seasonal events.

78100 Main St, La Quinta, CA 92253

http://www.oldtownlaquinta.com

The River at Rancho Mirage

THE RIVER is Rancho Mirage’s premier shopping, dining, and entertainment destination offering an extraordinary lineup of boutiques, award-winning restaurants and movie theatres at the corner of Highway 111 and Bob Hope Drive.

71-800 CA-111, RANCHO MIRAGE; (760) 341-2711

https://theriveratranchomirage.com

Shields Date Gardens

Floyd and Bess Shields came to the California desert in 1924 and started Shields Date Garden, working long and hard to build up their business and educate their customers about date culture. In the beginning, Mr. Shields would give his lecture in the garden. As the popularity of his lecture grew, Mr. Shields incorporated a slide show, then recorded his presentation in conjunction with the slide show so that the show could be run several times a day. Today, the 15-minute film Romance and Sex Life of the Date shows continuously during store hours, where you can still hear Mr. Shields talking about his favorite subject: the Date.

Floyd was a pioneer in the date business, breeding his own varieties of dates, such as our famous "Blonde" and "Brunette" dates, that are exclusive to Shields Date Garden and grown nowhere else in the entire world. He also invented the Date Crystal®, a blend of dates turned into a dry product that can be used in cooking, on cold cereals and in everyone's favorite: date shakes. Date Crystals® do not need refrigeration and when kept in a moisture-proof container will last for many years— without preservatives. 

80225 CA-111, Indio, CA 92201; (760) 347-0996

http://www.shieldsdategarden.com

Empire Polo Fields
 Home of Coachella Festival & Stage Coach plus many exciting events throughout the year as well as polo & Equestrian. It was founded in 1987. It has twelve polo grounds, making it one of the largest polo clubs on the West coast of the United States.

It hosts local, national and international matches and tournaments.

81800 51st Ave, Indio, CA 92201; Phone: (760) 342-2762

http://empirepoloevents.com

Palm Springs VillageFest

Every Thursday evening, Downtown Palm Springs transforms into the Palm Springs VillageFest, also known as the Palm Springs Street Fair.  At the VillageFest, you will experience a diverse array of artists, artisans, entertainers, and purveyors of fresh fruits and veggies, flowers, jewelry, snacks and sweets. Add all that to the great shops, restaurants, clubs, and entertainment venues located along World Famous Palm Canyon Drive – and the result is one of Southern California’s most popular weekly events: VillageFest!

Palm Canyon Drive; 100 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262 United States

(October – May) 6:00PM-10:00PM; (June – September) 7:00PM-10:00PM

http://villagefest.org

Palm Springs Art Museum in Palm Desert 

Founded in 1938, the Palm Springs Art Museum (formerly the Palm Springs Desert Museum) is an educational institution that promotes a greater understanding of art and performing arts through collections, exhibitions and programs. It is the only major art museum located between Los Angeles and Phoenix. 

01 N Museum Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262; (760) 322-4800

http://www.psmuseum.org

Palm Springs Air Museum

There is always something new at the Palm Springs Air Museum, where history comes alive and visitors can get close to the vintage World War II and Korea/Vietnam era aircraft. Named in 2014 as one of the top 14 aviation museums in the world by CNN Travel, 59 flyable and static planes are on display inside four climate-controlled hangars totaling 86,000 square feet inside with more outside on the tarmac. 

745 North Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, CA 92262

http://palmspringsairmuseum.org

Children's Discovery Museum

Sizable children's museum featuring 50-plus interactive exhibits, a giant loom & areas for toddlers.

71701 Gerald Ford Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270; (760) 321-0602

http://www.cdmod.org

Palm Springs Windmill Tours

Endorsed by the Desert Wind Energy Association, Palm Springs Windmill Tours is the only windmill tour that goes behind the gates onto a working windmill farm.
Explore historical exhibits of past machines and a photo gallery exploring the evolution of wind energy in the Coachella Valley. Tours are offered daily and last one and a half to two hours.
Our state-of-the-art air-conditioned bus tours active windmills, solar projects that are revolutionizing solar energy in windy areas, and the newest natural gas facility in the Coachella Valley. Reservations available by phone and online.

 62950 20th Ave, Palm Springs, CA 92262; (800) 531-5834 

http://www.windmilltours.com

Desert Adventures Red Jeep Tours & Events 

 Since 1987, Desert Adventures has provided the most highly regarded outdoor adventures in the Greater Palm Springs area. As the original, largest, and most respected outdoor adventure and eco-tour company in the California desert, Desert  Adventures offers a vast array of tour and activity choices. Whether you seek rugged adventure, camaraderie and team building, history and culture, nature, geology, flora and fauna, spectacular desert events, or panoramic vistas and amazing scenery,  Desert Adventures has a tour, activity, or event for you!

74794 Lennon Pl, Palm Desert, CA 92260; (760) 324-5337

https://red-jeep.com

Big Wheel Tours

Since 1998 Big Wheel Tours has helped tens of thousands of Palm Springs visitors experience our area’s natural wonders. From Joshua Tree National Park to the San Andreas Fault to the Salton Sea our guides will tailor an outdoor adventure for you. Come and experience a desert that is like no other place on earth”.

42160 State St, Palm Desert, CA 92211; (760) 779-1837

Adventure Hummer Tours

Tour into the Canyons of the San Andreas Fault and Joshua Tree National Park. 

 (760) 285-0876

http://www.adventurehummer.com

Scoot Palm Springs 

Grab a scooter or two and start your vacation adventure!  

Tour our many Mid-Century neighborhoods and marvel at the huge collection of architectural gems throughout the city. Visit The Hollywood Set homes and haunts. Scoot to hiking trails that give amazing vistas at every turn.  Explore the Indian Canyons and see what life was like here thousands of years ago. Take a break and have a great meal one of many of our new and innovative restaurants...and soak up our glorious sunshine! 

 701 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264; (760) 413-2883

http://www.scootpalmsprings.com

Hot Air Ballooning

Flying over Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley in a hot air balloon is an experience of a lifetime!

Magical Adventure Balloon Rides: Serving Temecula and the Surrounding Area; Phone number (951) 699-5800

http://www.hotairfun.com

 Balloons Above:36901 Cook St.,Palm Desert, CA 92211; Phone number (760) 347-0410

http://www.balloonabovethedesert.com

Horseback Riding

CottonWood Canyon Ranch; 48948 Canyon House Rd, Morongo Valley, CA 92256; (760) 363-7475

http://www.guidedtrailrides.net

The Crazy Horse Ranch; 50440 Cheyenne Trail, Morongo Valley, CA 92256;  (760) 831-6450

http://www.crazyhorseranch.biz

Smoke Tree Stables; 2500 S Toledo Ave, Palm Springs, CA 92264;  (760) 327-1372

http://www.smoketreestables.com

Catch a Movie

Century La Quinta and XD; 46800 Washington St, La Quinta, CA 92253;  (760) 771-5682

cinemark.com

Regal Rancho Mirage Stadium 16 & IMAX; 72-777 Dinah Shore Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270; (844) 462-7342

www.regmovies.com 

Century The River and XD; 71800 71800 Hwy 111 Suite A-137, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270;  (760) 836-1940

www.cinemark.com

Sky Watcher Stargazing Tours 

Look up! Nobody does nighttime better than the desert. Sky guides will lead you on an unforgettable star-gazing tour...a unique combination of stargazing and storytelling that’s out of this world.
This enriching program combines mythology and science with a splash of theatrics, giving audiences a greater appreciation of our universe by encapsulating ancient legends about the stars, and how we can learn from them today.

69730 CA-111 #106, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270; (760) 832-8620

http://www.sky-watcher.com

Boomers

National amusement center chain featuring mini-golf, go-karts, bumper boats & arcade games.

67-700 E Palm Canyon Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234; (760) 770-7522

www.boomerspalmsprings.com

Ice Skating all Year Long

Desert Ice Castle is an ice skating that was opened in 2011, in Cathedral City, CA. The Desert Ice Castle features an indoor NHL regulation-sized rink with seating for 150 people. It is opened year round and is the only rink within an 80 minute drive of the desert. When the temperatures hit triple digits, come cool off with skating for entire family! Ice skating sessions for the public are one of the main attractions at Desert Ice Castle. Sessions are available 7 days a week. Figure Skating, Ice Hockey, Birthday Parties, Summer Camps and more... The coolest fun in the desert!

68-600 Perez Rd, Cathedral City, CA 92234; Phone: (760) 324-0400

http://deserticecastle.com

Bowling

The perfect spot to plan a party, meet with friends, entertain the family or practice your bowling skills.

Palm Springs Lanes; 68051 Ramon Rd, Cathedral City, CA 92234; (760) 324-8204

http://pslanes.com

Canyon Lanes at Morongo; 49750 Seminole Drive Cabazon, CA 92230;  (951) 572-6120

https://canyonlanes.org

Fantasy Lanes Bowling Center;  84245 Indio Springs Pkwy, Indio, CA 92203;  (760) 342-5000

www.fantasyspringsresort.com/prod/bowling/bowling.php

Idyllwild is nestled in the San Jacinto mountains. Set among tall pines, sweet smelling cedars and Legendary rocks. The town has kept its "small town" atmosphere. Locally owned shops and restaurants are all you will find here. Come and experience the peace and quiet of Idyllwild.

http://www.idyllwild.com

Sunnylands Center and Gardens

Sunnylands Center & Gardens, open to the public free from Thursday through Sunday, offers visitors information about the history and cultural significance of Sunnylands, the historic mid-century modern estate that was the winter residence of Ambassadors Walter and Leonore Annenberg. The building, designed by Frederick Fisher and Partners, is surrounded by nine acres of gardens planted with more than 70,000 arid-resistant plants and trees. Landscape architect James Burnett said that the design was inspired by the Annenbergs’ collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings.

http://sunnylands.org

Agua Caliente Cultural Museum

The Agua Caliente Cultural Museum inspires people to learn about the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians and other Native cultures. We keep the spirit alive through exhibitions, collections, research, and educational programs.

219 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262; (760) 323-0151

http://www.accmuseum.org

Big Morongo Canyon Preserve

Big Morongo Canyon Preserve is an internationally-recognized birding site.  Several rare or unusual species are known to nest here, and many other species are abundant during the spring and fall migration seasons. The Preserve has been designated as one of the United States' Important Bird Areas by the American Bird Conservancy, the American Birding Association, and Watchable Wildlife National Program, and is featured in the National Geographic Guide to Birdwatching Sites.  

11055 East Dr, Morongo Valley, CA 92256;  (760) 363-7190

http://www.bigmorongo.org

Moorten Botanical Garden

Historic Landmark opened in 1938 featuring a desert environment with tours, wildlife & a nursery.

1701 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264; (760) 327-6555

http://moortenbotanicalgarden.com

Lake Cahuilla Recreation Area

Lake Cahuilla Recreation Area is a beautiful 710-acre park set amid expansive lawns and picturesque mountain views, making it a spectacular day or overnight destination. Situated at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains 6 miles South East of Old Town La Quinta, Lake Cahuilla offers a delightful experience in the Coachella Valley.

58075 Jefferson St, La Quinta, Greater Palm Springs, CA 92253; 760-564-4712

http://www.rivcoparks.org

Wet'n'Wild Palm Springs

This sprawling water park offers multiple water slides, a wave pool, a lazy river & American food.

 1500 S Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, CA 92264; (760) 327-0499

Palm Desert Aquatic Center

Splash into year-round fun at the Palm Desert Aquatic Center featuring three pools, multiple slides, diving boards, and a variety of play features designed to delight water lovers of all ages. All or part of the 8-acre facility can be rented for private parties, corporate events, swimming competitions, and other special occasions. Located in Palm Desert's Civic Center Park, the Aquatic Center is owned by the City of Palm Desert and operated by Family YMCA of the Desert.

73751 Magnesia Falls Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260; (760) 565-7467

http://www.pdpool.com

Ready for Their Close-Up

In the 1050's, Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe, Bob Hope, and other celebs liked to hide out in the Coachella Valley, which makes for juicy stories today on a variety of tours.

Five Star Adventures Tours: Palm Desert; (760) 320-1500;  http://www.fivestaradventuresinc.com

Palm Springs Walk of Stars: E Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA 92264;1 760-322-1563;   http://www.palmspringswalkofstars.com

The Best of The Best Tours: 15831 La Vida Dr., Palm Springs, CA 92262; (760) 320-1365;  http://www.thebestofthebesttours.com

Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway

Elvis & Priscilla Presley lived here in 1966 & 1967 and Honeymooned here on May 1,1967 after their wedding.Their daughter, Lisa Marie Presley was born exactly nine months later, on February 1, 1968.In late 2016, Priscilla officiated the opening of the Guest House at Graceland Hotel & Resort. Two of the “Upstairs” suites are named after Elvis’ parents. The Vernon and Gladys suites are, “Inspired by Elvis’ Palm Springs home.

1350 Ladera Cir, Palm Springs, CA 92262;  (760) 322-1192

http://elvishoneymoon.com

Michael Holmes Purple Room - The Deserts Premier Supper Club

The sophistication and glamour of the Rat Pack era comes alive at Michael Holmes’ Purple Room, the desert’s premier supper club.  Tucked away in the Club Trinidad Hotel, The Purple Room is where Frank, Sammy, Dean,  and their pals cavorted on and off the stage in the swinging 60s.

Step in and you’ll be transported back to the elegance of that era:  an intimate and inviting room, classic cocktails with a modern twist, world-class cuisine from award-winning chef Alen Badzak, and the best in live entertainment six nights a week.  Hobnob with celebrities, locals, and visitors alike at Michael Holmes’ Purple Room — where Palm Springs plays!

On Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, come in for drinks, dinner, and dancing while listening to acclaimed jazz entertainers from 6:30 to 9:30.  No tickets.  No cover charge.  Reservations recommended. 

On Friday and Saturday nights, join us for dinner and a ticketed show – featuring nationally-known entertainers.  Dinner reservations at 6:00, shows start at 8:00.  Ticket purchase required. Note that when Friday and Saturday main stage show tickets are purchased, dinner reservations are automatically made for your party at 6:00. 

 On Sunday nights, experience the hysterical smash hit, The Judy Show, a parody of the 1963 Judy Garland Show.  Dinner reservations at 5:00, show starts at 7:00.  Ticket purchase required. Note that when 7:00 Sunday main stage show tickets are purchased, dinner reservations are automatically made for your party at 5:00.  

Also, join us for tasty food and drinks at great prices during Happy Hour, Tuesday through Saturday, from 4:00 to 6:00, with Happy Hour drink prices Tuesdays all night at the bar.

1900 E Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92264; 760.322.4422

www.purpleroompalmsprings.com

Golf & Play Tennis

Wine & Dine at the many local restaurants

Enjoy the sun and relax by the pool