California Desert
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Downtown Palm Springs
Downtown Palm Springs is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Plaza Theatre and Agua Caliente Casino, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Palm Springs.
Valle De Los Caballos
While visiting Valle De Los Caballos, you might make a stop by sights like Ponte Winery and Rancho Palomar Winery.
Baristo
While visiting Baristo, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Theatre and Palm Springs Art Museum Architecture and Design Center.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, Palm Springs Convention Center and Agua Caliente Casino are top sights worth seeing.
Sunrise Park
If you're spending some time in Sunrise Park, Palm Springs Mall Shopping Center and Palm Springs Swim Center are top sights worth seeing.
Tahquitz River Estates
Though Tahquitz River Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Moorten Botanical Garden and Tahquitz Canyon.
Palm Mountain Resort and Spa
Was told at check they add an addition fee 50$ for grounds fees!?!? U should let people know this before they book with you!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Aqua Soleil Hotel & Mineral Water Spa
Get the private pool suite
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
Lots of potential but needs serious updates. The mold on the bathroom ceiling was painted over, but needed a re-do. With that said, staff was nice as could be and we enjoyed the hot pools at the end of each day.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
Great location, multiple nice pools, spacious rooms, great gym, fun restaurant.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
7 Springs Inn & Suites
I am so surprised there are so many positive reviews for this hotel. The first room I was put in was in SERIOUS need of an update. Dirty carpet, baseboards, walls, damaged furniture (all surfaces were completely banged up/burn/water marks, broken lamp) I asked to move rooms and did get moved to a ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
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Popular places to visit
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Enjoy panoramic views over the Coachella Valley on the largest rotating aerial tramway in the world.
Indian Wells Tennis Garden
Catch an event at Indian Wells Tennis Garden and enjoy other activities in Indian Wells such as golfing.Attend a sporting event or discover the desert landscapes in this family-friendly area.
Agua Caliente Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Agua Caliente Casino during your visit to Rancho Mirage? Discover the lively festivals and spas in this family-friendly area.
Palm Springs Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Palm Springs Convention Center during your trip to Palm Springs. Discover the area's spas or seek out its golf courses.
Coachella Music Festival
Coachella Music Festival is just one of the places to see in Indio, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's casinos or seek out its golf courses.
Dignity Health Arena
Catch an event at Dignity Health Arena during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Discover Palm Springs: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour in Joshua Tree National Park
Palm Springs Hike to an Oasis and Amazing Desert Views
San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Springs
Restorative Soundbath in Palm Springs
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