An Insider's Guide to Palm Springs
Sightseeing
Palm Springs gets its name from the trees that grow from the springs in the surrounding mountains. Indian Canyon is home to a palm tree forest, a short drive inside the Indian Canyon reservation.
https://www.indian-canyons.com/indian_canyons
390 locals recommend
Indian Canyons
38520 South Palm Canyon DrivePalm Springs gets its name from the trees that grow from the springs in the surrounding mountains. Indian Canyon is home to a palm tree forest, a short drive inside the Indian Canyon reservation.
https://www.indian-canyons.com/indian_canyons
This museum is dedicated to educating the public about the role Air Power played in preserving American liberties and way of life. The Museum preserves, exhibits, and flies aircraft from World War Two, Korea, and the Vietnam Wars.
https://palmspringsairmuseum.org/
366 locals recommend
Palm Springs Air Museum
lot 745 N Gene Autry TrailThis museum is dedicated to educating the public about the role Air Power played in preserving American liberties and way of life. The Museum preserves, exhibits, and flies aircraft from World War Two, Korea, and the Vietnam Wars.
https://palmspringsairmuseum.org/
The aerial tram was built in 1963 and has taken 20 million people to the top of the mountain range. Once atop, there are so many things to do. There are two restaurants, a cocktail lounge, observation decks, a small natural history museum, two theaters showing State Park and tram construction videos, a gift shop, and over 50 miles of hiking trails along with other nature activities.
https://pstramway.com/
1213 locals recommend
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
1 Tram WayThe aerial tram was built in 1963 and has taken 20 million people to the top of the mountain range. Once atop, there are so many things to do. There are two restaurants, a cocktail lounge, observation decks, a small natural history museum, two theaters showing State Park and tram construction videos, a gift shop, and over 50 miles of hiking trails along with other nature activities.
https://pstramway.com/
Joshua Tree National Park is a must-do day trip. It's just 45 minutes from Palm Springs but it feels like you're on another planet. Pack a lunch, water and some hiking shoes.
1713 locals recommend
Joshua Tree National Park
Joshua Tree National Park is a must-do day trip. It's just 45 minutes from Palm Springs but it feels like you're on another planet. Pack a lunch, water and some hiking shoes.
This little industrial complex in Cathedral City (aka Cat City) has a few great vintage stores. Worth a drive from Palm Springs if you're looking to fid unique pieces to ship home.
9 locals recommend
Hedge
68929 Perez RdThis little industrial complex in Cathedral City (aka Cat City) has a few great vintage stores. Worth a drive from Palm Springs if you're looking to fid unique pieces to ship home.
Re[X] and Boomerang are great vintage stores to spend an afternoon strolling through the aisles to find unique pieces.
6 locals recommend
Re[x] Mid-Century Modern Furniture
2500 N Palm Canyon DrRe[X] and Boomerang are great vintage stores to spend an afternoon strolling through the aisles to find unique pieces.
A free hike with striking views of the Coachella Valley:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/garstin-loop-trail?ref=result-card
Garstin Trail
Garstin TrailA free hike with striking views of the Coachella Valley:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/garstin-loop-trail?ref=result-card
A moderate level hike in the center of Palm Springs:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/south-carl-lykken-trail-north-section?ref=result-card
7 locals recommend
South Lykken Trail I
South Lykken Trail IA moderate level hike in the center of Palm Springs:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/south-carl-lykken-trail-north-section?ref=result-card
What a fun little shop to spend the afternoon discovering gems. This store curates products from makers and merchants from the Coachella Valley and beyond. So many cute items for all genders and ages, from clothing to housewares to gift items.
34 locals recommend
Mojave Flea Trading Post
383 N Indian Canyon DrWhat a fun little shop to spend the afternoon discovering gems. This store curates products from makers and merchants from the Coachella Valley and beyond. So many cute items for all genders and ages, from clothing to housewares to gift items.
Food scene
This little hole-in-the-wall place will surely delight anyone craving something fresh, healthy and delicious. Order at the grab & go counter, and find a table to enjoy in the sunshine.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/gabinos-creperie-palm-springs-2
25 locals recommend
Gabino's Creperie
170 East Palm Canyon DriveThis little hole-in-the-wall place will surely delight anyone craving something fresh, healthy and delicious. Order at the grab & go counter, and find a table to enjoy in the sunshine.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/gabinos-creperie-palm-springs-2
Evoking the old Hollywood glamour that Palm Springs is famous for, Mr Lyon's dining salon is black and white marble, wood, brass, leather and velvet; a fine dining experience steeped in classic elegance. The menu is steak-centered with an endless choice of sides, and the tableside service-- a hallmark of classic steak house dining-- offers the kind of personalized experience you won't soon forget.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/mr-lyons-steakhouse-palm-springs-2
162 locals recommend
Mr. Lyons
233 E Palm Canyon DrEvoking the old Hollywood glamour that Palm Springs is famous for, Mr Lyon's dining salon is black and white marble, wood, brass, leather and velvet; a fine dining experience steeped in classic elegance. The menu is steak-centered with an endless choice of sides, and the tableside service-- a hallmark of classic steak house dining-- offers the kind of personalized experience you won't soon forget.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/mr-lyons-steakhouse-palm-springs-2
The best pizza in town can be found at Birba. If you find better, let me know! Lovely outdoor dining paired with friendly staff and quick service.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/birba-palm-springs-2
192 locals recommend
Birba
622 N Palm Canyon DrThe best pizza in town can be found at Birba. If you find better, let me know! Lovely outdoor dining paired with friendly staff and quick service.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/birba-palm-springs-2
A cute breakfast joint that is walkable from our place. But if you're a late sleeper beware, they close at noon and sometimes run out of bagels before then.
72 locals recommend
Townie Bagels | Bakery | Cafe
650 E Sunny Dunes RdA cute breakfast joint that is walkable from our place. But if you're a late sleeper beware, they close at noon and sometimes run out of bagels before then.
A cute little ice cream and coffee shop, fun for kids and adults. Handmade, in-house ice creamery, with vegan options.
27 locals recommend
Kreem
170 E Palm Canyon DrA cute little ice cream and coffee shop, fun for kids and adults. Handmade, in-house ice creamery, with vegan options.
A woman-owned wine bar and bottle shop. Stop in for a glass or buy a bottle and take it back to your place.
32 locals recommend
Dead or Alive
150 E Palm Canyon DrA woman-owned wine bar and bottle shop. Stop in for a glass or buy a bottle and take it back to your place.
A gourmet bakery brunch spot. Whether you love pile of pancakes or steak salad at brunch, this place has gourmet items to make everyone smile.
47 locals recommend
Wilma & Frieda's
155 S Palm Canyon DrA gourmet bakery brunch spot. Whether you love pile of pancakes or steak salad at brunch, this place has gourmet items to make everyone smile.
If you're looking for a fun dining experience, make reservations at Tropical. The music and decor create a lively atmosphere, and the upbeat energy is palpable from the moment you walk up to the building.
262 locals recommend
The Tropicale Palm Springs
330 E Amado RdIf you're looking for a fun dining experience, make reservations at Tropical. The music and decor create a lively atmosphere, and the upbeat energy is palpable from the moment you walk up to the building.
Beautiful views from this rooftop bar! Make reservations to watch the sunset from an outdoor hightop table.
30 locals recommend
4 Saints
100 W Tahquitz Canyon WayBeautiful views from this rooftop bar! Make reservations to watch the sunset from an outdoor hightop table.
Aspen Mills has fresh baked breads and treats, made in-house. From specialty breads to sweet loaves and muffins, this place is for those who love carbs. But bread is not all, you can also order sandwiches made from the fresh made bread.
21 locals recommend
Aspen Mills Bread Co
555 S Sunrise WayAspen Mills has fresh baked breads and treats, made in-house. From specialty breads to sweet loaves and muffins, this place is for those who love carbs. But bread is not all, you can also order sandwiches made from the fresh made bread.
This has to be one of the most fabulous places in Palm Springs, and that's saying a lot with this colorful town. The cocktails are super creative. The food is healthy and delicious. The staff is so friendly and not pretentious. The decor is eye candy. The ambiance divine.
48 locals recommend
Bar Cecil
1555 South Palm Canyon DriveThis has to be one of the most fabulous places in Palm Springs, and that's saying a lot with this colorful town. The cocktails are super creative. The food is healthy and delicious. The staff is so friendly and not pretentious. The decor is eye candy. The ambiance divine.
Wonderful Mexican food on the main drag in downtown Palm Springs. The decor is stunning. The food and drinks are creative. A perfect place for a romantic date or group dinner.
117 locals recommend
Tac/Quila
415 N Palm Canyon DrWonderful Mexican food on the main drag in downtown Palm Springs. The decor is stunning. The food and drinks are creative. A perfect place for a romantic date or group dinner.