Palm Springs International Airport 9 min
Coachella Valley (22 min) Large & diverse desert valley that stretches from Riverside County & Palm Springs to the Salton Sea. Tahquitz Canyon (6 min) Canyon with a waterfall, rock art, plants & wildlife, along with a visitor center. Indian Canyons (11 min) This group of canyons has trails for hiking & horseback riding, plus picnic areas & a gift shop. Mount San Jacinto (1 hr 7) Many trails & an aerial tram lead to the summit of this 10,000-ft. mountain with panoramic views. Palm Springs Air Museum (9 min) This educational center dedicated to WWII combat aircraft also features art, a gift shop & a cafe. Palm Springs Art Museum (14 min) Desert's art museum offers European & Native American works, a theater, outdoor space, cafe & more. Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage (17 min) Stylish rooms & suites in a sophisticated casino resort with a spa, 5 eateries & a concert theater. Cactus to Clouds Trail (15 min) Hiking trail through mountainous desert terrain known for its steep elevation increase. Moorten Botanical Garden (6 min) Historic Landmark opened in 1938 featuring a desert environment with tours, wildlife & a nursery. Palm Springs Aerial Tramway (15 min) Rotating tram cars travel through Chino Canyon to a station with dining, a museum & hiking trails. Palm Springs Visitors Center (7 min) Resource for maps, postcards, gifts & logo clothing in an iconic former tramway station. Walk of the Stars Palm Springs (12 min) Sidewalk plaques & statues honoring local celebrities amid a busy pedestrian scene. Agua Caliente Cultural Museum (12 min) Smithsonian-affiliated museum showcasing Cahuilla Indian history with exhibits, lectures & classes. Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs (4 min) Bustling casino open 24/7 with a music venue, buffet restaurant, deli & steakhouse. Mount San Jacinto (1 hr 7) Many trails & an aerial tram lead to the summit of this 10,000-ft. mountain with panoramic views. |