Palm Springs, CA Things to Do and Attractions
Housed in a Hopi-inspired pueblo in the heart of Desert Hot Springs, Cabot's Pueblo Museum is a former home built in 1883. The hand-constructed, 50,000-square-foot structure features four floors, 35 rooms, 150 windows and 65 doors. Guided pueblo
Housed in a Hopi-inspired pueblo in the heart of Desert Hot Springs, Cabot's Pueblo Museum is a former home built in 1883. The hand-constructed, 50,000-square-foot structure features four floors, 35 rooms, 150 windows and 65 doors. Guided pueblo tours take visitors along the home's 100-year history.
Cabot's Pueblo Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday, with winter hours from 9 AM to 4 PM and summer hours from 9 AM to 1 PM. Admission and guided tours run $10 for adults and $8 for children ages 6 to 12. Admission for children under 6 is free. The museum may be rented for special events and private tours.
Located in Indio, just 20 miles outside of Palm Springs, the Coachella Valley History Museum complex presents the unique history of the Palm Springs' region geography and pioneers. The museum's 1926 adobe Smiley-Tyler House showcases the museum's
Located in Indio, just 20 miles outside of Palm Springs, the Coachella Valley History Museum complex presents the unique history of the Palm Springs' region geography and pioneers. The museum's 1926 adobe Smiley-Tyler House showcases the museum's main exhibits, while other complex attractions include a historic 1909 schoolhouse, date garden, Japanese garden and the oldest cork oak tree in the Coachella Valley. Exhibits focus on the agriculture of the region, railroad history and Native American community.
The Coachella Valley History Museum is open Thursday through Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM and Sunday from 1 to 4 PM. Admission is free. Private events may be held throughout the facility grounds and auditorium.
One of Palm Springs' most-visited and unique sites, the Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway is a mid-century modernist home built in the 1960s. The home, designed in four circles on three levels at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, has appeared in several
One of Palm Springs' most-visited and unique sites, the Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway is a mid-century modernist home built in the 1960s. The home, designed in four circles on three levels at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, has appeared in several movies and even served as the location of Elvis and Priscilla Presley's honeymoon and temporary home. The beautiful home features secluded grounds with a large pool, stage, tennis court and fruit orchard, as well as a 65-foot-long circular couch in the living room.
The Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway is open daily for guided tours. Tours run $25 weekdays and $35 weekends. The house is also an ideal spot for private events and meetings for up to 180 people.
One of Palm Springs most beautiful entertainment venues, the Empire Polo Club is a world-class events complex made up of four venues. The club's Medjhool Lake features 10 tranquil acres of lush foliage, palms, footbridges and a tiki hut, as well as
One of Palm Springs most beautiful entertainment venues, the Empire Polo Club is a world-class events complex made up of four venues. The club's Medjhool Lake features 10 tranquil acres of lush foliage, palms, footbridges and a tiki hut, as well as three Olympic Peak Tents that offer 24,000 square feet of event space and overlook 30 acres of polo fields. The three-acre Rose Garden is a meticulous space with 7,000 rose bushes, statuary, fountains, three Victorian gazebos and a 5,000-square-foot pavilion with crystal chandeliers. The 48,000-square-foot Forum is a superstructure with finished flooring, while the beautifully rustic Hacienda del Toro features a 16,000-square-foot permanent tented area with hardscape floor and art deco chandeliers, overlooking the club's gardens, bird aviary and waterfalls. Empire Polo Club offers live exhibition polo for private groups, as well as the Tack Room Tavern, which offers private event space for up to 200 people and up to 1,000 people on its adjacent courtyard.
Showcasing a wonderful collection of art, culture and natural history, the Palm Springs Art Museum is a strong presence in Southern California's art community. Established in 1938, the museum focuses on international and contemporary painting and
Showcasing a wonderful collection of art, culture and natural history, the Palm Springs Art Museum is a strong presence in Southern California's art community. Established in 1938, the museum focuses on international and contemporary painting and sculpture. Collections include American 19th-century landscaping painting, American Indian contemporary art and American photography, among many others. The Palm Springs Art Museum is also a wonderful location for private events, as the 15,000-square-foot modern complex offers facility rentals for up to 500 guests (including the 440-seat Annenberg Theater) as well as group tours.
The Palm Springs Art Museum is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday through Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Thursday from noon to 8 PM. Admission is $12.50 for adults and $5 for students.
Palm Springs' Adventure Hummer Tours takes guests in nine-passenger open-air Hummers along a goldmine trail. Guests can experience the desert in all its glory along a three-hour San Andreas Fault tour with a stop at a desert palm oasis or a four-hour
Palm Springs' Adventure Hummer Tours takes guests in nine-passenger open-air Hummers along a goldmine trail. Guests can experience the desert in all its glory along a three-hour San Andreas Fault tour with a stop at a desert palm oasis or a four-hour Joshua Tree National Park tour, climbing 4,000 feet above the desert floor. Tours leave daily at morning and sunset. The San Andreas Fault tour runs $119 for adults and $109 for children under 13, while the Joshua Tree National Park tour runs $159 for adults and $149 for children under 13. Children under 13 ride free. Adventure Hummer Tours also offers private tours for up to 36 people at a time in four Hummers.
Operating since 1998, Big Wheel Tours specializes in custom bike tours through the Coachella Valley. The signature 20-mile Earthquake Canyon Express tour takes four to 12 riders through the heart of the San Andreas Fault zone to the beautiful Oasis
Operating since 1998, Big Wheel Tours specializes in custom bike tours through the Coachella Valley. The signature 20-mile Earthquake Canyon Express tour takes four to 12 riders through the heart of the San Andreas Fault zone to the beautiful Oasis Date Gardens. The Earthquake Canyon Express tour leaves daily at 8 AM and 1 PM and costs $85 per person. Big Wheel Tours also features four- to six-hour mountain bike tours fully customized for groups ranging from $105 to $175 per person. All tours include custom-fit bicycles and helmets, as well as snacks and refreshments.
A beautiful, semi-private high-end daily fee golf facility, Palm Springs' Classic Club has hosted the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic. The 18-hole, par 72, Palmer-designed course features more than 5,000 pine, California pepper and olive trees, 30 acres of
A beautiful, semi-private high-end daily fee golf facility, Palm Springs' Classic Club has hosted the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic. The 18-hole, par 72, Palmer-designed course features more than 5,000 pine, California pepper and olive trees, 30 acres of lake and water features, rolling terrain and surrounding mountain views. Classic Club also features a Tuscan fine dining clubhouse, private event facilities and the Bob Hope Gallery.
Housed in the JW Marriott Desert Springs, Costas nightclub is a sleek, electric club filled with beautiful people and vibrant nightlife. Costas features a DJ Thursday through Saturday nights from 9 PM to 2 AM. Come dressed to impress to enjoy this
Housed in the JW Marriott Desert Springs, Costas nightclub is a sleek, electric club filled with beautiful people and vibrant nightlife. Costas features a DJ Thursday through Saturday nights from 9 PM to 2 AM. Come dressed to impress to enjoy this pulsating, exciting nightspot.
A public 6,715-yard, par 72 challenge course, Eagle Falls is located within the exciting Fantasy Springs Resort Casino. Golfers can enjoy the course's elevations and water features.
Known as the Rodeo Drive of the Desert, Palm Springs' El Paseo Shopping Avenue is a world-class shopping district with more than 300 shops, galleries and restaurants along a beautiful flower- and statue-lined street. More than just a shopping
Known as the Rodeo Drive of the Desert, Palm Springs' El Paseo Shopping Avenue is a world-class shopping district with more than 300 shops, galleries and restaurants along a beautiful flower- and statue-lined street. More than just a shopping district, El Paseo is also a cultural center, as it offers an art walk the first Thursday of each month from 5 to 9 PM October through May. The El Paseo art walk allows guests to visit galleries, artist receptions and exhibition openings along the avenue.
Sitting aside the towering San Jacinto Mountains, Escena Golf Club has been voted as one of the top 10 public courses in California by pgatour.com. The Nicklaus-designed course features palm trees native desert landscaping and waterscapes. Golf club
Sitting aside the towering San Jacinto Mountains, Escena Golf Club has been voted as one of the top 10 public courses in California by pgatour.com. The Nicklaus-designed course features palm trees native desert landscaping and waterscapes. Golf club amenities include a 16,000-square-foot contemporary clubhouse, spacious mid-century lounge and grill, lakeside event lawn, live entertainment, and private event capabilities.
Founded in 1981, Fantasy Balloon Tours takes visitors high above Palm Springs' lush country clubs and beautiful date and citrus groves. Fantasy Balloon Tours offers morning and sunset flights, covering 10 to 30 miles and running from 60 to 90 minutes
Founded in 1981, Fantasy Balloon Tours takes visitors high above Palm Springs' lush country clubs and beautiful date and citrus groves. Fantasy Balloon Tours offers morning and sunset flights, covering 10 to 30 miles and running from 60 to 90 minutes in two- to 10-passenger balloons. Flights run $185 per person and include hotel transportation and a champagne toast. Fantasy Balloon Flights offers group discounts for outings.
Visitors to Palm Springs and the Desert Resorts have plenty of opportunities to play – at the region's many resort casinos! Located in the heart of downtown, the luxurious Spa Casino features slots, table games, five on-site restaurants and a
Visitors to Palm Springs and the Desert Resorts have plenty of opportunities to play – at the region's many resort casinos! Located in the heart of downtown, the luxurious Spa Casino features slots, table games, five on-site restaurants and a world-famous spa. Fantasy Springs features a vibrant Vegas-style casino and such entertainment options as golf and bowling, while the award-winning Agua Caliente resort and casino is also home to the renowned concert theatre, The Show.Morongo, situated on the 32,000-acre Morongo Indian Reservation at the foot of the San Gorgonio and San Jacinto Mountains, is home to an exciting gaming and nightlife.
An original Palm Springs resort since 1926, La Quinta Resort & Club sits atop 45 acres of lush grounds and citrus groves. The 796-room resort features 41 pools, 53 hot spas, 23,000-square-foot spa and five championship golf courses, including a
An original Palm Springs resort since 1926, La Quinta Resort & Club sits atop 45 acres of lush grounds and citrus groves. The 796-room resort features 41 pools, 53 hot spas, 23,000-square-foot spa and five championship golf courses, including a Dye-designed course, Nicklaus-designed course and Norman-designed course, as well as a challenging mountain course and relaxing dunes course. World-renowned for its golf, the resort has been named North America’s Golf Resort of the Year by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators and is home to the renowned Jim McLean Golf School.
Opened in 1988, Palm Desert's McCallum Theatre is a state-of-the-art, not-for-profit performing arts center renowned for its comedy, music, theater, dance and other entertainment performances. The beautiful 1,127-seat theatre is surrounded by hotels
Opened in 1988, Palm Desert's McCallum Theatre is a state-of-the-art, not-for-profit performing arts center renowned for its comedy, music, theater, dance and other entertainment performances. The beautiful 1,127-seat theatre is surrounded by hotels and restaurants, while its desert-inspired theatre interior is reminiscent of an intimate European opera house. McCallum Theatre is available for private event rentals.
The world-famous Palm Springs Follies is a Broadway-caliber music, dance, and comedy show celebrating the 1940s through 1970s. The Follies performers range from 56 to 86 years old and excel in staying true to the spirit of early Palm Springs while
The world-famous Palm Springs Follies is a Broadway-caliber music, dance, and comedy show celebrating the 1940s through 1970s. The Follies performers range from 56 to 86 years old and excel in staying true to the spirit of early Palm Springs while offering first-rate entertainment. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Palms Springs Follies has attracted more than three million audience members and features up to 10 shows per week, seven months per year. All shows are performed in the historic Plaza Theatre. Matinee shows start at 1:30 PM and evening shows start at 7 PM. Tickets range from $50 to $92.
Held for more than 15 years, the Palm Springs Villagefest attracts thousands of visitors to the beautiful Palm Canyon Drive each Thursday. Situated in the heart of downtown, Villagefest features street entertainment and more than 200 booths selling
Held for more than 15 years, the Palm Springs Villagefest attracts thousands of visitors to the beautiful Palm Canyon Drive each Thursday. Situated in the heart of downtown, Villagefest features street entertainment and more than 200 booths selling art, crafts, flowers, jewelry, snacks and other goodies. Many of Palm Canyon's shops, galleries and restaurants stay open late for this weekly event. Villagefest is held each Thursday, with October through May hours from 6 to 10 PM and June through September hours through 7 to 10 PM.
Bursting with cosmopolitan flair, the Riveria Resort and Spa's Sidebar lounge is known for its handcrafted libations and delicious small plates. Cocktail options range from a pomegranate cosmopolitan to a gingerita and watermelon mojito, while small
Bursting with cosmopolitan flair, the Riveria Resort and Spa's Sidebar lounge is known for its handcrafted libations and delicious small plates. Cocktail options range from a pomegranate cosmopolitan to a gingerita and watermelon mojito, while small plate options include flatbread with crisp pancetta, shaved fennel, bell pepper and micro basil, as well as a trio of Kobe sliders. Sidebar's adjacent outdoor patio features a cozy firepit with plush bed lounges and couches perfect for stargazing. Sidebar is open from 5 PM nightly.
The Best of the Best Tours is an entertainment and informational tour service based in the Coachella Valley. Tours offered include the two-hour Indian Canyon Adventure Tour, which includes a 30-minute nature walk in Andreas Canyon and then tour of
The Best of the Best Tours is an entertainment and informational tour service based in the Coachella Valley. Tours offered include the two-hour Indian Canyon Adventure Tour, which includes a 30-minute nature walk in Andreas Canyon and then tour of Palm Canyon, the largest palm oasis in North America. The one-and-a-half-hour-long Palm Springs Rich and Famous Tour takes guests on a driving tour through the celebrity-rich Las Palmas neighborhood, while the Windmill Tour takes guests to the oldest commercial wind park in the United States to learn about the region's weather, geology, environmental issues and turbines. The Best of the Best Tours also offers the Bonanza Tour, which combines all three tours in one. The Indian Canyon Adventure Tour costs $40 per person, while the Palm Springs Rich and Famous Tour costs $25, the Windmill Tour $30 and the Bonanza Tour $79. In addition, The Best of the Best Tours offers luxury car and shuttle rentals, as well as private group tours.
A celebrated Southern California concert theatre, The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa in Rancho Mirage features regular shows and events. The 2,034-seat theatre offers an intimate setting for its big-name acts and productions, as well as a
A celebrated Southern California concert theatre, The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa in Rancho Mirage features regular shows and events. The 2,034-seat theatre offers an intimate setting for its big-name acts and productions, as well as a wonderful location for private group events throughout its 10,000-square-foot space.
A local favorite, the lively, friendly Village Pub Bar and Grill has everything from three bars, dancing, live entertainment, billiard room, loft lounge and large patio overlooking Palm Canyon. Village Pub also features more than 20 screens for
A local favorite, the lively, friendly Village Pub Bar and Grill has everything from three bars, dancing, live entertainment, billiard room, loft lounge and large patio overlooking Palm Canyon. Village Pub also features more than 20 screens for ultimate sports viewing. Village Pub Bar and Grill serves lunch and dinner is open daily from 11AM to 2 AM.
Located in beautiful Rancho Mirage, Westin Mission Hills Resort and Spa is set on 360 acres of elegant landscaped courtyards and waterways and features two championship golf courses. The resort's 7,062-yard, par 42 Player-designed course features
Located in beautiful Rancho Mirage, Westin Mission Hills Resort and Spa is set on 360 acres of elegant landscaped courtyards and waterways and features two championship golf courses. The resort's 7,062-yard, par 42 Player-designed course features beautiful Bermuda greens, while the 6,706-yard, par 70 Dye-designed course features elevated tees, hidden pins, pot bunkers and majestic mountain views.
A Palm Springs fixture for more than 30 years, the high-energy Zeldaz Nightclub spins dance hits and features two DJs and two dance floors. Guests are welcome to take part in Zeldaz VIP bottle and table service. Zeldaz Nightclub is open Thursday
A Palm Springs fixture for more than 30 years, the high-energy Zeldaz Nightclub spins dance hits and features two DJs and two dance floors. Guests are welcome to take part in Zeldaz VIP bottle and table service. Zeldaz Nightclub is open Thursday through Saturday from 9 PM to 2 AM.
Located in beautiful La Quinta, Arnold Palmer's Restaurant specializes in progressive American and comfort foods, including many of Palmer's personal favorites. The stately, yet cozy, restaurant features exposed stone, rustic chandeliers and white
Located in beautiful La Quinta, Arnold Palmer's Restaurant specializes in progressive American and comfort foods, including many of Palmer's personal favorites. The stately, yet cozy, restaurant features exposed stone, rustic chandeliers and white linens and overlooks a nine-hole putting green and the Santa Rosa Mountains. Entrée selections include double-cut Cajun pork chop with caramelized granny smith apples, spinach and mashed potatoes, Colorado lamb rack with stone-ground mustard gnocchi, glazed baby carrots and thyme jus and hand-cut fettuccini with wild Pacific shrimp and Alfredo sauce.
Arnold Palmer's Restaurant serves lunch daily from 11:30 AM to 3 PM and dinner nightly from 5 to 10 PM. Entrees range from $18 to $40. Groups are welcome to dine in the restaurant's private rooms and outdoor spaces, accommodating 20 to 200 guests.
Cuistot offers excellent French cuisine paired with award-winning wine in a rustic farmhouse atmosphere with open-beam ceilings, grand fireplace, exposition kitchen, cozy booths and white linens. Guests may also dine on the heated outdoor terrace.
Cuistot offers excellent French cuisine paired with award-winning wine in a rustic farmhouse atmosphere with open-beam ceilings, grand fireplace, exposition kitchen, cozy booths and white linens. Guests may also dine on the heated outdoor terrace. Entrees include pappardelle pasta with truffles, morel mushrooms and fava beans, quail stuffed with sweetbreads, black rice and Chablis wine sauce and imported fresh Dover sole with hazelnut lemon sauce.
Cuistot serves lunch Tuesday through Saturday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM – including a weekly Friday fashion show lunch – and dinner Tuesday through Sunday from 5:30 PM. Entrees range from $30 to $47. Cuistot also offers a private wine room for up to 40 guests.
Holding the distinction of Palm Springs' hamburger heaven, the upscale sports bar Grind Brgr Bar serves all grass-fed natural Tasmanian beef. The restaurant's spacious interior, outdoor firepit seating and spectacular view of Palm Canyon Drive serve
Holding the distinction of Palm Springs' hamburger heaven, the upscale sports bar Grind Brgr Bar serves all grass-fed natural Tasmanian beef. The restaurant's spacious interior, outdoor firepit seating and spectacular view of Palm Canyon Drive serve as the perfect backdrop for such creations as the lamb burger with tzatziki, feta, olives and hummus, wagyu Kobe beef burger with cucumber, sprouts, cheddar cheese and miso mustard, open face wild salmon sandwich with sweet mustard, pickles and red onion served on a pito and a BLAT with applewood bacon, lettuce, avocado and tomato on grilled sourdough. Grind Brgr Bar also serves delectable cocktails, including spiked milkshakes, margaritas and martinis, that pair perfectly with such game of the week selections as venison, wild boar, elk and antelope. Grind Brgr Bar serves lunch and dinner daily. Menu selections range from $5 to $20. Private parties are welcome.
An offshoot of the famed Clint Eastwood Hog's Breath Inn in Carmel-by-the-Sea, Hog's Breath Inn La Quinta features a beautiful Old West ambience complete with sweeping windows overlooking the Santa Rosa Mountains. Entree options include sauteed
An offshoot of the famed Clint Eastwood Hog's Breath Inn in Carmel-by-the-Sea, Hog's Breath Inn La Quinta features a beautiful Old West ambience complete with sweeping windows overlooking the Santa Rosa Mountains. Entree options include sauteed Australian seabass with roasted butternut squash, sweet red peppers and coconut red curry, housemade Italian sausage with broccolini, arugula and lemon zest served over penne pasta and Guinness-braised beef short ribs. Hog's Breath Inn La Quinta serves lunch and dinner daily. Entrees range from $15 to $30. Private parties are welcome.
Located in a beautiful lodge sitting on a beautiful 6.5-acre property, Jackalope Ranch specializes in authentic California ranch cuisine and classic barbecue. The restaurant features a lively indoor saloon, outdoor palapa bar and nightly
Located in a beautiful lodge sitting on a beautiful 6.5-acre property, Jackalope Ranch specializes in authentic California ranch cuisine and classic barbecue. The restaurant features a lively indoor saloon, outdoor palapa bar and nightly entertainment. Entrée selections include apple cider spice-brined grilled prime pork chop with agave-roasted sweet potato puree, creamed corn and apple-jalapeno chutney and blue cornmeal-crusted Lake Superior whitefish with wild rice risotto, pecans, dried black currants, sautéed rainbow Swiss chard and lemon butter, as well as country meatloaf with applewood smoked bacon, roasted garlic smashed potatoes and chorizo cream gravy.
Jackalope Ranch serves lunch daily from 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM and dinner Sunday to Thursday from 5 to 9 PM and Friday and Saturday from 5 to 10 PM. Entrees range from $18 to $27. Jackalope Ranch can accommodate private events of up to 500 guests.
The upscale Kaiser Grille serves delicious seafood, steaks, chops, pizzas and pastas in a casual, elegant atmosphere. Entree options include seafood risotto with lobster, shrimp, mussels, clams, mushrooms, white truffle oil, Arborio rice, parmesan
The upscale Kaiser Grille serves delicious seafood, steaks, chops, pizzas and pastas in a casual, elegant atmosphere. Entree options include seafood risotto with lobster, shrimp, mussels, clams, mushrooms, white truffle oil, Arborio rice, parmesan cheese and chives and filet mignon medallions with four cheese macaroni and cognac green peppercorn reduction. Wood oven-fired pizza toppings range from Asian pear, blue cheese, Italian sausage and barbeque chicken. Kaiser Grille serves lunch and dinner daily. Entrees range from $12 to $30. Private parties are welcome.
The family-owned Las Casuelas Terrazza serves authentic Mexican fare along the historic Palm Canyon Drive in the heart of downtown Palm Springs. The award-winning restaurant offers such favorites as carne asada, Oaxaca black bean tostada and shrimp
The family-owned Las Casuelas Terrazza serves authentic Mexican fare along the historic Palm Canyon Drive in the heart of downtown Palm Springs. The award-winning restaurant offers such favorites as carne asada, Oaxaca black bean tostada and shrimp sauteed in smoky chipotle sauce in a festive, intimate Mexican atmosphere. Las Casuelas Terrazza serves lunch and dinner daily.
Located just one block from the heart of Palm Springs, Melvyn's is a well-known, sophisticated restaurant at the quiet Ingleside Inn. The recipient of many awards – including one of the ten best restaurants by the television show Lifestyles of the
Located just one block from the heart of Palm Springs, Melvyn's is a well-known, sophisticated restaurant at the quiet Ingleside Inn. The recipient of many awards – including one of the ten best restaurants by the television show Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous – Melvyn's serves elegant American fare set to nightly dancing and entertainment. The restaurant's interior is old world charming, complete with linen jacket waiters, two world-class wine cellars and a fully restored 1895 carved oak and mahogany bar. Entrée selections include lobster pot pie, veal with avocado and mousseline sauce and pork porterhouse with sherry wine and local sweet date sauce.
Melyn’s serves lunch Monday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 3 PM and dinner nightly from 6 to 11 PM, as well as champagne brunch Saturday and Sunday from 9 AM to 3 PM. Entrees start at $20. Melvyn’s features private dining throughout its four dining rooms.
Specializing in fine steaks and chops butchered in-house, the sophisticated Prime Chop House is also known for its seasonal, sustainable seafood and fresh vegetables. Guests frequent the eatery's white linen tables to feast on such entrees as fresh
Specializing in fine steaks and chops butchered in-house, the sophisticated Prime Chop House is also known for its seasonal, sustainable seafood and fresh vegetables. Guests frequent the eatery's white linen tables to feast on such entrees as fresh herb Dijonaise-crusted Colorado lamb rack with pomegranate marinade and peppercorn-sesame-crusted Ahi tuna seared rare with sake, soy, citrus and ginger reduction, while steak selections include filet mignon, New York strip, bone-in rib chop, prime rib and Chateaubriand. Prime Chop House serves dinner nightly starting at 5 PM. Entrees range from $25 to $44. Prime Chop House accommodates private parties of up to 150 guests.
The award-winning Wally's Desert Turtle serves continental cuisine in a beautiful atmosphere accented with beveled mirrored ceilings, Peruvian artifacts and hand-painted murals. Entree selections include Chilean sea bass on a banana leaf with
The award-winning Wally's Desert Turtle serves continental cuisine in a beautiful atmosphere accented with beveled mirrored ceilings, Peruvian artifacts and hand-painted murals. Entree selections include Chilean sea bass on a banana leaf with pineapple Creole sauce and Himalayan red rice, seared free-range Australian deer strip loin with celery mashed potato, red currant and port wine reduction and marscapone- and artichoke-stuffed ravioli with vegetable compote and creamy tomato basil saffron sauce.
Wally’s Desert Turtle serves dinner nightly set to piano entertainment. Entrees range from $30 to $49. The restaurant is a great location for private events, as it offers two private dining rooms for 38 and 90 guests, as well as two semi-private dining rooms for 24 and 60 guests.
Located in Rancho Mirage, the Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert features interactive exhibits on art, science and history that all encourage intellectual curiosity and self-expression through play. The 18,000-square-foot museum features
Located in Rancho Mirage, the Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert features interactive exhibits on art, science and history that all encourage intellectual curiosity and self-expression through play. The 18,000-square-foot museum features dramatic angles, curved walls, floor-to-ceiling windows and several private event spaces, including an outdoor amphitheater, 40-person meeting room and 150-person auditorium.
The Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM. Admission is $8 for visitors age 2 and up.
The family-owned Crazy Horse Ranch, set 20 minutes from Palm Springs, is a natural horsemanship retreat nestled in desert mountain terrain. Crazy Horse Ranch features trail rides and private lessons for families and private groups. The ranch also
The family-owned Crazy Horse Ranch, set 20 minutes from Palm Springs, is a natural horsemanship retreat nestled in desert mountain terrain. Crazy Horse Ranch features trail rides and private lessons for families and private groups. The ranch also offers catered events.
Knott's Soak City Waterpark is a family-friendly entertainment complex perfect for Southern California weather. Attractions include Kahuna's Beach House, a four-story funhouse with five waterslides, hose jets and water curtains and 1,000-gallon
Knott's Soak City Waterpark is a family-friendly entertainment complex perfect for Southern California weather. Attractions include Kahuna's Beach House, a four-story funhouse with five waterslides, hose jets and water curtains and 1,000-gallon dropping bucket, as well as an 800,000-gallon wave pool, 50-foot-long dark slide, 600-foot-long lazy river and two seven-story speed slides. Knott's Soak City Waterpark offers special group pricing and private event space.
Dedicated to the preservation, presentation and interpretation of World War II air power, the Palm Springs Air Museum is home to one of the nation's largest collections of World War II aircraft. The 50,000-square-foot complex, housed on the northeast
Dedicated to the preservation, presentation and interpretation of World War II air power, the Palm Springs Air Museum is home to one of the nation's largest collections of World War II aircraft. The 50,000-square-foot complex, housed on the northeast side of the Palm Spring Airport, houses an impressive collection of artifacts, memorabilia, uniforms, combat photography and artwork and features weekly educational programs and demonstration flights.
The Palm Springs Air Museum is open daily from 10 AM to 5 PM. Admission is $14 for adults, $12 for children ages 13 to 17 and $7 for children ages 6 to 12. Admission for children under 6 is free. The air museum also offers private events for up to 3,000 guests.
Located in Palm Desert, just 15 minutes outside of Palm Springs, The Living Desert zoo and botanical gardens takes guests on a journey through the deserts of the world. Popular sectors include the African Village WaTuTu, an authentic replica of a
Located in Palm Desert, just 15 minutes outside of Palm Springs, The Living Desert zoo and botanical gardens takes guests on a journey through the deserts of the world. Popular sectors include the African Village WaTuTu, an authentic replica of a northeast African village and Gecko Gulch, an interactive outdoor playland with underground animal burrow tunnels, as well as 20th century African gardens and lush Moroccan-inspired gardens. The 1,200-acre site includes 1,080 acres of undisturbed Sonoran desert and miles of nature trails.
The Living Desert is open daily October through May from 9 AM to 5 PM and June through September from 8 AM to 1:30 PM. Admission is $14.25 for adults and $7.75 for children ages 3 to 12. Admission for children under 3 is free. The Living Desert also features a number of private event spaces.
In operation since 1988, Palm Springs' Desert Adventures offers award-winning team building activities on its 840-acre ranch, as well as Jeep, hiking and sightseeing tours. Public tour options include a faultline Jeep tour, sunset Jeep tour and
In operation since 1988, Palm Springs' Desert Adventures offers award-winning team building activities on its 840-acre ranch, as well as Jeep, hiking and sightseeing tours. Public tour options include a faultline Jeep tour, sunset Jeep tour and Joshua Tree four wheel drive tour, among others, as well as custom-designed group tours. Public tours range from $125 to $300 per person.
Set within the 32,000-acre Agua Caliente Cahuilla reservation lie three beautiful desert oases for relaxation and recreation. The oases include the 15-mile-long Palm Canyon, the largest palm oasis in North America, lined with California fan palms set
Set within the 32,000-acre Agua Caliente Cahuilla reservation lie three beautiful desert oases for relaxation and recreation. The oases include the 15-mile-long Palm Canyon, the largest palm oasis in North America, lined with California fan palms set against a backdrop of rocky gorges. The Andreas Canyon is home to more than 150 plant species, while the secluded Murray Canyon offers a great hiding spot for relaxation. All three offer spectacular settings for hiking, picnicking and bird watching.
The Indian Canyons are open daily October through July from 8 AM to 5 PM and Friday and Saturday July through September from 8 AM to 5 PM. Admission is $9 for adults and $5 for children ages 6 to 12, while the hour-long, ranger-led tour costs an additional $3 for adults and $2 for children ages 12 to 16.
Straddling San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, the famed Joshua Tree National Park features impressive rock formations and beautiful mountain vistas. The 800,000-acre park includes parts of the Mojave Desert, Colorado Desert and Little San
Straddling San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, the famed Joshua Tree National Park features impressive rock formations and beautiful mountain vistas. The 800,000-acre park includes parts of the Mojave Desert, Colorado Desert and Little San Bernardino Mountains. Park activities include ranger-guided walks, hikes and campfire talks, as well as rock climbing and mountain biking. Joshua Tree features a number of campgrounds and picnic areas, as well as 12 self-guided nature trails. The Keys Ranch Guided Walking Tour allows guests to step back into 1940s ranch life. Joshua Tree National Park is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. A seven-day vehicle permit costs $15, while a seven-day single entry permit costs $5.
Established in 1938, Moorten Botanical Garden is a Palm Springs historic landmark home to more than 3,000 varieties of plants. Visitors can walk amongst concentrated habitats of plant varietals among natural trails to view a varied collection of
Established in 1938, Moorten Botanical Garden is a Palm Springs historic landmark home to more than 3,000 varieties of plants. Visitors can walk amongst concentrated habitats of plant varietals among natural trails to view a varied collection of crystals, fossils, desert trees and cacti ranging from miniature to giant. Moorten Botanical Garden is open daily from 10 AM to 4 PM. Admission is $4 for adults and $2 for children ages 5 to 15. Admission for children under 5 is free. Moorten Botanical Garden offers guided tours and rentals for private events.
The worlds largest rotating tramway, the Palm Springs Tramway soars 8,500 feet above the desert as it takes passengers to the cliffs of Chino Canyon. The two-and-a-half-mile, 10-minute ride also transports passengers to hiking and camping grounds in
The worlds largest rotating tramway, the Palm Springs Tramway soars 8,500 feet above the desert as it takes passengers to the cliffs of Chino Canyon. The two-and-a-half-mile, 10-minute ride also transports passengers to hiking and camping grounds in the San Jacinto State Park. More than 12 million people have ridden the tramway since its 1963 opening; each of the two tramway cars holds 80 people. The Palm Springs tramway operates daily with extended summer hours. Tramway fare is $23.25 for adults and $16.25 for children ages 3 to 12. Children under 3 ride free.
Among Palm Desert’s most-visited sites, the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument spans 272,000 acres and reaches an elevation of 10,834 feet. Meant for hiking, the national monument features green, well-forested vegetation, rare
Among Palm Desert’s most-visited sites, the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument spans 272,000 acres and reaches an elevation of 10,834 feet. Meant for hiking, the national monument features green, well-forested vegetation, rare animals ranging from bighorn sheep to desert tortoise, petroglyphs and natural hot springs. Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument is open year-round; admission is free. Be sure to stop by the visitors center to pick up national monument hiking maps.
