Local Guide
Sightseeing
Cabot's Pueblo Museum
67616 Desert View AveA must see in town
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
1 Tram Wayiconic
Tahquitz Canyon
easy hike to a waterfall
Indian Canyons
38520 South Palm Canyon Drivehiking
Palm Springs Museum Trail
101 N Museum DrIn the heart of downtown
Palm Springs Air Museum
lot 745 N Gene Autry TrailThe Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
47900 Portola AveDon't forget your sunscreen
Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
6554 Park BlvdCabazon Dinosaurs
50770 Seminole DrGreat for a quick picture
Old Town La Quinta
78100 Main StMarilyn Monroe Palm Springs Store
220 N Palm Canyon DrTake a picture with Marilyn
The Palm Springs VillageFest
On Thursday nights
Ace Hotel & Swim Club
701 E Palm Canyon DrDay swimming
Indian Wells Tennis Garden
78-200 Miles AveTennis tournament's
Shields Date Garden
80-225 CA-111Take a tour and try the Cafe
Coachella Valley Vista Point
Pines to Palms HighwayQuick drive to a great view
Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory
71-100 CA-111The observatory is reopening!
Coachella Valley Preserve - Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve
29200 Thousand Palms Canyon RdBig Morongo Canyon Preserve
11055 East DriveMission Creek Preserve
60550 Mission Creek Rdplease look up before visiting to go over safety guidelines. There are dangerous areas not recommended for small children
103 locals recommend
Whitewater Preserve
9160 Whitewater Canyon Rdplease look up before visiting to go over safety guidelines. There are dangerous areas not recommended for small children
Skull Rock
Social Cycle
Industrial PlaceDowntown Palm Springs 🌴
Sunny Cycle Palm Springs
Food Scene
Frontier Café
55844 Twentynine Palms HighwayPioneer town
Lulu California Bistro
200 S Palm Canyon DrTrio Restaurant
707 N Palm Canyon DrTack Room Tavern
81800 Avenue 51Lappert's Premium Gourmet Ice Cream & Dole Whip
130 N Palm Canyon DrTry a dairy free date shake
Sherman's Deli & Bakery
401 E Tahquitz Canyon WayWindmill Market
17080 N Indian Canyon DrBest Date Shake in town !
The Cottage Too restaurant
66230 Pierson BlvdLocated in town
La Quinta Brewing Co - Palm Springs Taproom
301 N Palm Canyon Drlocal brewery
Coachella Valley Brewing Company
30640 Gunther Stlocal brewery
Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar & Store
111 N Palm Canyon DrBill's Pizza
119 S Indian Canyon DrPinocchio In the Desert
134 E Tahquitz Canyon WayBottomless Mimosas!
Native Foods
1775 E Palm Canyon DrBEST Vegan food
The Tropicale Palm Springs
330 E Amado RdGreat food
Elmer's Restaurant - Palm Springs
1030 E Palm Canyon DrClassic German Pancakes
Village Doughnut
13160 Palm DriveFresh doughnuts in town
Felipe's Fine Mexican Restaurant
El Cielo RoadTry the margarita tower!
Lizzy’s Premium Frozen Yogurt
* NEW PLACE * In town!
Eight4Nine Restaurant & Lounge
849 N Palm Canyon DrA Latin-influenced modern coffee house, Cafe La Jefa features delicious, healthy, and sustainable specialty coffee and gourmet take-out food. It is a great place to hang out with a quality cup of coffee while enjoying magnificent mountain views
11 locals recommend
Cafe La Jefa
750 N Palm Canyon DrA Latin-influenced modern coffee house, Cafe La Jefa features delicious, healthy, and sustainable specialty coffee and gourmet take-out food. It is a great place to hang out with a quality cup of coffee while enjoying magnificent mountain views
Beautiful restaurant, The Terrace at Desert Willow Golf Resort!
49 locals recommend
Desert Willow Golf Resort
38-995 Desert Willow DrBeautiful restaurant, The Terrace at Desert Willow Golf Resort!
(you’ll get special instructions on how to get in when you reserve)
At Delish Bistro, we take pride in sourcing the highest quality ingredients from local vendors. Our menu is a collection of my favorite recipes which I often cook for friends and family. At Delish Bistro you will find yourselves amongst Foodies, Friends, Neighbors, and Visitors. Join us for Breakfast and Lunch. Enjoy one of our Signature Cocktails or a glass of wine, while dining in our spacious patio overlooking the famous figure 8 pool – A Palm Desert Landmark.
Delish Bistro & Bar
(you’ll get special instructions on how to get in when you reserve)
At Delish Bistro, we take pride in sourcing the highest quality ingredients from local vendors. Our menu is a collection of my favorite recipes which I often cook for friends and family. At Delish Bistro you will find yourselves amongst Foodies, Friends, Neighbors, and Visitors. Join us for Breakfast and Lunch. Enjoy one of our Signature Cocktails or a glass of wine, while dining in our spacious patio overlooking the famous figure 8 pool – A Palm Desert Landmark.
From a tiny balcony perch to a large outdoor terrace, watch all the action on the famed Palm Canyon Drive while enjoying Wilma and Friedas craveable comfort food with a twist.
47 locals recommend
Wilma & Frieda's
155 S Palm Canyon DrFrom a tiny balcony perch to a large outdoor terrace, watch all the action on the famed Palm Canyon Drive while enjoying Wilma and Friedas craveable comfort food with a twist.
Elevated dining matches the views at 4 Saints , seven stories above Palm Springs at the Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs . New American fare is inspired by California’s farms, vineyards and coastal bounty. 4 Saints’ small and large plates showcase seafood, local heirloom vegetables, and prime meats along with California wines and craft and classic cocktails. A 270-degree view spans from downtown to sweeping desert and mountain vistas beyond. Dinner is served Wednesday – Sunday, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
30 locals recommend
4 Saints
100 W Tahquitz Canyon WayElevated dining matches the views at 4 Saints , seven stories above Palm Springs at the Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs . New American fare is inspired by California’s farms, vineyards and coastal bounty. 4 Saints’ small and large plates showcase seafood, local heirloom vegetables, and prime meats along with California wines and craft and classic cocktails. A 270-degree view spans from downtown to sweeping desert and mountain vistas beyond. Dinner is served Wednesday – Sunday, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
For more than 15 years, Pacifica Seafood Restaurant has been a popular destination to enjoy the city lights, desert and mountain views from its outdoor patio overlooking El Paseo . Its innovative menu highlights fresh daily seafood such as ahi tuna tartare, steamed mussels, baked scallops on the half shell, swordfish, and salmon as well as short ribs, steaks and pasta dishes. Enjoy a special sunset dinner from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. and happy hour at the bar, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. serving premium vodkas, wines, and craft cocktails. Open for alfresco dining, Tuesday – Sunday from 3:30 p.m.
73 locals recommend
Pacifica Seafood Restaurant
73505 El PaseoFor more than 15 years, Pacifica Seafood Restaurant has been a popular destination to enjoy the city lights, desert and mountain views from its outdoor patio overlooking El Paseo . Its innovative menu highlights fresh daily seafood such as ahi tuna tartare, steamed mussels, baked scallops on the half shell, swordfish, and salmon as well as short ribs, steaks and pasta dishes. Enjoy a special sunset dinner from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. and happy hour at the bar, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. serving premium vodkas, wines, and craft cocktails. Open for alfresco dining, Tuesday – Sunday from 3:30 p.m.
Carved into the Point Happy cliff, La Quinta Cliffhouse Grill & Bar offers unique dining options – al fresco on its patio hewn from the rocks where a waterfall spills down, a gorgeous desert view from the inviting dining room or unwind in the comfortable lounge centered by a large bar. Serving an upscale casual American fare, pan-roasted Chilean seabass, bone-in pork chop, vegetarian penne pasta and roasted chicken are some of the offerings. Weekly food and drink specials, wines by the glass, cocktails and beers are also available. Happy hour daily from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., dining from 3:30 p.m. Tuesday – Sunday.
229 locals recommend
La Quinta Cliffhouse
78250 CA-111Carved into the Point Happy cliff, La Quinta Cliffhouse Grill & Bar offers unique dining options – al fresco on its patio hewn from the rocks where a waterfall spills down, a gorgeous desert view from the inviting dining room or unwind in the comfortable lounge centered by a large bar. Serving an upscale casual American fare, pan-roasted Chilean seabass, bone-in pork chop, vegetarian penne pasta and roasted chicken are some of the offerings. Weekly food and drink specials, wines by the glass, cocktails and beers are also available. Happy hour daily from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., dining from 3:30 p.m. Tuesday – Sunday.
BARN KITCHEN AT SPARROWS LODGE
Barn Kitchen’s cuisine brings small local farms and the unique elements of the desert to classic Californian food. It’s open daily to the public for lunch from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. and dinner from 5 – 9 p.m. The bar remains open until 11 pm every day, serving a selection of microbrews, wine, and spirits.
19 locals recommend
Sparrows Lodge
1330 E Palm Canyon DrBARN KITCHEN AT SPARROWS LODGE
Barn Kitchen’s cuisine brings small local farms and the unique elements of the desert to classic Californian food. It’s open daily to the public for lunch from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. and dinner from 5 – 9 p.m. The bar remains open until 11 pm every day, serving a selection of microbrews, wine, and spirits.
One of the finest patios in Greater Palm Springs served alongside some of the most well-known cuisines, Copley’s is a desert dining staple.
It’s spectacular at sunset as string lights sparkle on, firepits spark up and guests tip back another glass of bub. On a warm evening, there’s no better view than the people-watching here.
109 locals recommend
Copley's on Palm Canyon
621 N Palm Canyon DrOne of the finest patios in Greater Palm Springs served alongside some of the most well-known cuisines, Copley’s is a desert dining staple.
It’s spectacular at sunset as string lights sparkle on, firepits spark up and guests tip back another glass of bub. On a warm evening, there’s no better view than the people-watching here.
The menu leans mid-century golf resort (think Waldorf salad and lobster club) but it’s tasty and the service is impeccable.
201 locals recommend
Spencer's Restaurant
701 West Baristo RoadThe menu leans mid-century golf resort (think Waldorf salad and lobster club) but it’s tasty and the service is impeccable.
The Marketplace by Fabio Viviani
All-you-can-eat culinary experience at Morongo Casino Resort.
Cups cafe
77912 Country Club DrGreat Shakes
160 S Palm Canyon DrBrandini Toffee
132 S Palm Canyon DrClandestino
Sandfish Sushi & Whiskey
1556 N Palm Canyon DrTuscanos brewery and pizza
78772 CA-111Manhattan in the Desert
2665 E Palm Canyon Drshops
The Shops on El Paseo
73-061 El PaseoDesert Hills Premium Outlets
48400 Seminole DrGreat shops
Casino
Fantasy Springs Resort Casino
84-245 Indio Springs PkwySpotlight 29 Casino
46-200 Harrison PlAgua Caliente Casino Palm Springs
401 E Amado RdAgua Caliente Spa
32-250 Bob Hope DrAugustine Casino
84-001 Avenue 54Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City
68960 E Palm Canyon DrMorongo Casino, Resort and Spa
49500 Seminole DrFantasy Lanes
84-245 Indio Springs PkwySpa
Miracle Springs Spa
10625 Palm DrDay spa and restaraunt
Palm Desert Aquatic Center
73751 Magnesia Falls DrDay swimming
Azure Palm Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa Oasis
67589 Hacienda AveGrab a day pass and enjoy !
Day pass is available . Call to schedule your appointment.
Summer Spa Hours
Monday – Thursday
10:00am – 6:00pm
Friday, Saturday, & Sunday
10:00am – 7:00pm
A multitude of holistic spa therapies and enrichment programs are curated weekly among 19 indoor and outdoor spa therapy rooms, a yoga dome, and mineral rich pools.
63 locals recommend
Two Bunch Palms
67425 Two Bunch Palms TrailDay pass is available . Call to schedule your appointment.
Summer Spa Hours
Monday – Thursday
10:00am – 6:00pm
Friday, Saturday, & Sunday
10:00am – 7:00pm
A multitude of holistic spa therapies and enrichment programs are curated weekly among 19 indoor and outdoor spa therapy rooms, a yoga dome, and mineral rich pools.
Reserve a day pass! Clothing optional, 420 friendly, LGBTQ community.
Full relaxation with our mineral spa and pool, which we keep above 95 in winter months, to enjoy 24hrs a day. Stay with us with a day pass. Your body will thank you.
Mi Kasa Hot Springs
Reserve a day pass! Clothing optional, 420 friendly, LGBTQ community.
Full relaxation with our mineral spa and pool, which we keep above 95 in winter months, to enjoy 24hrs a day. Stay with us with a day pass. Your body will thank you.
Nightlife
Toucans Tiki Lounge
2100 N Palm Canyon DrLGBTQ club
Village Pub
266 S Palm Canyon Drlive music and karaoke
Rock Yard
84-245 Indio Springs Pkwyseasonal outdoor concerts - check website for dates
Shanghai Reds Bar & Grill
235 S Indian Canyon Drlive music
Marvyn’s Magic Theater offers a top-shelf bar. Even if you aren't attending a show, the bar is always open during performances. Stop in and enjoy a drink and entertainment every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening, September through May. Check the website for show schedules.
Marvyn's Magic Theater
46630 Washington StMarvyn’s Magic Theater offers a top-shelf bar. Even if you aren't attending a show, the bar is always open during performances. Stop in and enjoy a drink and entertainment every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening, September through May. Check the website for show schedules.
Dancing. Go-go boys. World-class DJs. Drink specials. Contests. Prizes. Must be 21 to enter. Latin, EDM, Hip-Hop Thursdays with DJ Femme-A.
86 locals recommend
Hunters Nightclub
302 East Arenas RoadDancing. Go-go boys. World-class DJs. Drink specials. Contests. Prizes. Must be 21 to enter. Latin, EDM, Hip-Hop Thursdays with DJ Femme-A.
In its fifth year of operation, La Fe (which translates to Faith in Spanish) offers a unique concept that stands out from other bars in the area. The focus at La Fe is on providing a high-quality wine experience, with an extensive selection of wines from around the world, as well as tapas-style food options that effectively complement the wine. And, they do it seven days a week from 5:00 p.m. to midnight.
La Fe Wine Bar
In its fifth year of operation, La Fe (which translates to Faith in Spanish) offers a unique concept that stands out from other bars in the area. The focus at La Fe is on providing a high-quality wine experience, with an extensive selection of wines from around the world, as well as tapas-style food options that effectively complement the wine. And, they do it seven days a week from 5:00 p.m. to midnight.
Cowboy Cantina
Neighborhoods
LGBTQ
The heaviest concentration of LGBTQ businesses in Palm Springs is on E. Arenas Road, between S Indian Canyon Drive and S Calle Encilia where the local community has worked hard to create an open-to-all-gaybourhood.
East Arenas Road
East Arenas RoadThe heaviest concentration of LGBTQ businesses in Palm Springs is on E. Arenas Road, between S Indian Canyon Drive and S Calle Encilia where the local community has worked hard to create an open-to-all-gaybourhood.
See the Desert Modern architecture of Palm Springs!
Kurt will squire you around this desert oasis in the Mod Squad van regaling you with tales of Hollywood and architecture! In just 90 minutes, discover what makes Palm Springs the mecca for mid-century modern architecture.
8 locals recommend
Palm Springs Mod Squad (Architecture Tours)
1800 E Palm Canyon DrSee the Desert Modern architecture of Palm Springs!
Kurt will squire you around this desert oasis in the Mod Squad van regaling you with tales of Hollywood and architecture! In just 90 minutes, discover what makes Palm Springs the mecca for mid-century modern architecture.