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Welcome to Palm Springs

Palm Springs California is a small Sonoran Desert resort community located east of Los Angeles in the Coachella Valley at the foot of Mt. San Jacinto. In the early 1900s, Palm Springs first began developing as a fashionable winter resort, and the city boasts a glamorous past as a hideaway playground for Hollywood stars, the place where modernist leisure-centered architecture was born, the site of California’s first shopping center, and a legendary golf mecca. Today Palm Springs visitors can shop, dine, golf, ride the world’s largest rotating aerial tramway, and explore outdoors destinations like the San Andreas Fault, Indian Canyon, the Painted Gorge, and Joshua Tree National Park.

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Things To Do In Palm Springs
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket

1,097
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$30
Palm Springs Windmill Tours
Likely to Sell Out

Palm Springs Windmill Tours

245
 1 to 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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$59.99
Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Driving Tour

Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Driving Tour

7
 3 to 5 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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$11.99
Mountain Sunrise Hike and Meditation in Palm Springs

Mountain Sunrise Hike and Meditation in Palm Springs

57
 2 hours 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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$88
Scenic 17 Mile Drive Self-Driving Audio Tour

Scenic 17 Mile Drive Self-Driving Audio Tour

11
 3 to 5 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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$24.99
Earthquake Canyon Express Downhill Bicycle Adventure

Earthquake Canyon Express Downhill Bicycle Adventure

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$139
San Andreas Fault Offroad Tour

San Andreas Fault Offroad Tour

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$189
Food Adventure Game

Food Adventure Game

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$89
Journey into Joshua Tree: Audio Tour + Free Locals Guide!

Journey into Joshua Tree: Audio Tour + Free Locals Guide!

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Natural Wonders Walk: Plants, Animals and Rocks of Joshua Tree

Natural Wonders Walk: Plants, Animals and Rocks of Joshua Tree

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$40
Natural Wonders Walk: Plants, Animals and Rocks of Joshua Tree

Natural Wonders Walk: Plants, Animals and Rocks of Joshua Tree

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Palm Springs Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity and Game

Palm Springs Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity and Game

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City Tours
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Historical & Heritage Tours
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Private & Custom Tours
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Half-day Tours
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Private Sightseeing Tours
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Outdoor Activities
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Walking & Biking Tours
Luxury & Special Occasions
Luxury & Special Occasions
Adrenaline & Extreme
Adrenaline & Extreme
Audio Guided Tours
Audio Guided Tours
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Luxury Tours
Walking Tours
Walking Tours
Photography Tours
Photography Tours
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4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
Bike & Mountain Bike Tours
Bike & Mountain Bike Tours
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Cultural Tours
Day Trips & Excursions
Day Trips & Excursions
Hiking & Camping
Hiking & Camping
Airport & Ground Transfers
Airport & Ground Transfers
Airport Services
Airport Services
Architecture Tours
Art Classes
Art Classes
Bike Rentals
Bike Rentals
Classes & Workshops
Classes & Workshops
Climbing
Climbing
Cooking Classes
Cooking Classes
Craft Classes
Craft Classes
Dance Lessons
Dance Lessons
Dining Experiences
Dining Experiences
Eco Tours
Eco Tours
Escape Games
Escape Games
Full-day Tours
Full-day Tours
Fun and Games
Fun and Games
Horse Carriage Rides
Multi-day & Extended Tours
Multi-day & Extended Tours
Multi-day Tours
Music Classes
Music Classes
Nature & Wildlife
Nature & Wildlife
Overnight Tours
Paintball
Paintball
Painting Classes
Painting Classes
Private Drivers
Private Drivers
Self-guided Tours & Rentals
Self-guided Tours & Rentals
Sports Lessons
Sports Lessons
Sustainable Tours
Sustainable Tours
Transfers & Ground Transport
Transfers & Ground Transport
Unique Experiences
Unique Experiences
Unique Experiences
Unique Experiences
Weddings & Honeymoons
Weddings & Honeymoons
Wine Tasting & Winery Tours
Wine Tasting & Winery Tours
Yoga Classes
Yoga Classes
Recent Palm Springs traveler reviews
Architectural Tour of Twin Palms
Walking Palm Springs “Twin Palms” Private Tour
Architectural Tour of Twin Palms
H668EDjanets, Apr 2024
Such an interesting and informative tour of the Twin Palms area. Thoroughly enjoyed the architectural history. Doug is very knowledgeable and answered all my questions. Highly recommend this tour.
Great tour, sad ending.
Palm Springs Self Guided Driving Audio Tour
Great tour, sad ending.
William D, Apr 2024
Very good tour. App works well with one Major Exception. After seeing dozens of amazing sites and homes, it drives you 20 miles into the desert to see a famous oasis and the program abruptly ends without warning or directions to return to Palm Springs. Unacceptable.
Breathtaking view in Palm Springs
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket
Breathtaking view in Palm Springs
811mercedess, Apr 2024
The landscape and the views are breathtaking. The whole experience is easy from booking to arrival and totally worth the price
Great experience!
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket
Great experience!
Pamela_M, Apr 2024
I was really nervous when I realized I bought tickets from a 3rd party vendor. I was scared something would go wrong and I would let all 11 people in my party down. But, I was so wrong!!! It was quick and easy and hassle free. I will recommend you to my friends and definitely use Cool Destinations again and again.
Palm springs cooking school
Food Adventure Game
Palm springs cooking school
M8577GGmichaelr, Apr 2024
Great fun with a great Chef had a good experience would do it again Chef Mick Brown is a blast and guide the food choices are good also
The highlight of our California visit
Joshua Tree Private Sunset and Stars Tour
The highlight of our California visit
MaureenS133, Apr 2024
Max did everything possible to make sure we had a great tour, he made our trip with his passion for the natural environment and his deep knowledge of the plants, animals and geology we saw in Joshua Tree National Park. The star gazing part of the tour was equally enjoyable and really educational and together the two parts of the tour made it unforgettable experience. Thank you so much Max and Adam.
Highly recommended art making experience
Private Abstract Painting Workshops in Palm Springs
Highly recommended art making experience
Garen_E, Apr 2024
This was exactly what I needed… carefully curated combination of structure and freedom! While I am normally a watercolor painter, this was exactly what I needed to get out of my head and start making art again. Good for all levels. I recommend highly!!
Wonderful!
Walking Palm Springs “Twin Palms” Private Tour
Wonderful!
KDB1502, Apr 2024
We took a tour when family was in town visiting. It was lovely to have the tour guide just to ourselves! He was engaging, charming and knowledgeable. We spent about two hours touring the architecturally significant Twin Palms neighborhood. So many beautiful mid-century homes and remarkable history. It was fun and informative! You needn't be an architect or a mid-century expert to enjoy or appreciate this tour. Thank you!
Fun afternoon drive
Palm Springs Self Guided Driving Audio Tour
Fun afternoon drive
Ann H, Apr 2024
A great way to see Palm Springs. Our teen didn’t know any of the stars, but she still enjoyed the beautiful architecture and landscaping! Also enjoyed the drive into the desert. It would be nice if there was some kind of wrap up section at the end of the tour.
Fantastic day, great experience
Private Driving and Hiking Tour in Joshua Tree National Park
Fantastic day, great experience
Erin_W, Apr 2024
We had an incredible time. Travis is so knowledgeable and friendly and knew all the best places to take us. He even managed to get our two cranky tweens to enjoy it!
Great tour.
Private Driving and Hiking Tour in Joshua Tree National Park
Great tour.
HAPPAH, Apr 2024
Very happy we arranged this tour. Wandering Mojave was very easy to work with, and our guide Travis was great -- very knowledgeable and enthusiastic, and adapted to our interests. We did the "hybrid" drive and hike tour, which took us to very different parts of the park. "Hiking" was very light -- more like some short flat nature walks. I'm sure the proper hikes would be great too, but the hybrid approach is a good way to sample and learn. All four of us agreed that we got waaayyy more out of the JT visit than we would have without the tour.
Great Guided Tour!
Self-Guided Audio Tour Joshua Tree
Great Guided Tour!
Tysmomm, Mar 2024
Great choice! So glad we used this guided tour. Loved the humor and very accurate and helpful as we drive through Joshua NP. I highly recommend!
Excellent
Private Abstract Painting Workshops in Palm Springs
Excellent
tracycR2404BQ, Mar 2024
This was an absolutely wonderful workshop ! Julianna is great! I highly recommend it to anyone, from the beginner to the advance artist or even to anyone who wants to try something they’ve never done before. So much fun. Julianna was excellent. Very well organized. She has created a clear, step by step process which is totally engaging. You will love it
The TrippyTourGuide Self-Driving Tour at Joshua Tree National Park
Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Driving Tour
The TrippyTourGuide Self-Driving Tour at Joshua Tree National Park
489dannyr, Mar 2024
First time at Joshua Tree National Park. Amazing views. Great hikes but I'm not very mobile so didnt experience them to the fullest. The TrippyTourGuide Self-Driving Tour was very helpful but we had some issues getting it set up properly in the beginning. Once it was working it was very helpful. From memory - we paid 13.00 +/- and it was certainly worth having. Got some good photos despite not getting the best light (too late for sunrise too early for sunset.
Fun Family Experience
Paintball Target Shooting – Participants get 100 paintballs
Fun Family Experience
mikesoriano, Mar 2024
My family has such a fun experience with archery and paintball. The area was peaceful and open. The instructor was outstanding providing easy and simple instructions. We felt at home and didn’t feel intimidated at all.I highly recommend this activity if you’re passing by Joshua tree.
Excellent audio tour
Self-Guided Audio Tour Joshua Tree
Excellent audio tour
I9444YBdianed, Mar 2024
Excellent! We enjoyed learning more about the park and the practical info was very helpful. Liked the humor, all good! Thank you!
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