Moorten Botanical Garden
This fairly small botanical garden is well-maintained and quite interesting. There is a lot here, considering the overall size of the gardens. This is a pleasant spot for visitors and even more so for people who want to learn more about the vegetation of...
Mid-Century Architecture Tours
This is a smartphone tour that is a self-driving audio multimedia tour. Drive in your own car from stop to stop and hear all about the iconic buildings that make Palm Springs, California the center of midcentury modern architecture. It is a great way to...
McCallum Theatre
Considered one of the very best for music, theater, and dance, the McCallum Theatre is the premier venue for entertainment. Located in Palm Desert, this beautiful auditorium is the spot for performance in the Valley. Definitely worth checking the Calendar...
Joshua Tree National Park
Joshua Tree lies at an ecological crossroads, where the high Mojave Desert meets the low Colorado Desert. The result is amazing desert flora, including those wacky namesake trees. An incredible full-day experience that everybody must see at least once.
Indian Canyons
Home to the world's largest California Fan Palm oasis, the Indian Canyons feature over 60 miles of hiking trails and offers twice daily guided tours that touch on the rich history of the once home of the Agua Caliente Indians.
Historical Society Walking Tours
Historical walking tours focusing on Palm Springs' historic neighborhoods, with a combination of celebrities and local pioneers. 14 different walking tours, all about 2 hours of strolling with a well-informed local carefully chosen for their wealth of...
Hiking
Hiking trails are abundant in Palm Springs. From easy walking trails to difficult terrain, spectacular mountain vistas, waterfalls, natural streams, rocky gorges, and unusual rock formations. This Website is a great resource for hiking in Palm Springs and...
Gay Desert Guide
This is an impressive resource of activities, events, and happenings all over Palm Springs. The local GDG team work very hard to have one of the most comprehensive and currents LGBT lists in the city. Definitely worth checking out before you arrive.
Faye Sarkowsky Sculpture Garden, Palm Desert
This is a satellite location of the Palm Springs Art Museum located in Palm Desert. It is always free, and open daily from Sunrise to Sunset. This consists of a 4-acre garden that features 14 sculptures and over 60 desert plants!
El Paseo Shopping District
A unique shopping district filled with over 200 delightful discoveries. Shops, restaurants, art, and more! Don't miss all the special events like Art Walk (1st Friday, Nov-May), Cruise Night (1st & 3rd Fridays through April), Jazz Concerts (Jan-Apr),...