Four Palm's Guidebook
Food scene
Dark, discreet, and decadent. Over-the-top decor and under-the-tank mischief. A watering hole befitting dreamy aesthetes, wandering flaneurs, and swaggering dandies. The high-born agreeably mix with lowbrow, the bon vivants nurse the lugubrious and everyone is 'wilkommen'. A guy's guy sort of place with a menu to match -- epicurean, savory favorites with Chef's personal inspirations. A wine list not meant for the faint of heart, a bar that happily provides your martini in lieu of an entree and desserts that extend the pleasure principle.
24 locals recommend
mister parker's
4200 E Palm Canyon DrDark, discreet, and decadent. Over-the-top decor and under-the-tank mischief. A watering hole befitting dreamy aesthetes, wandering flaneurs, and swaggering dandies. The high-born agreeably mix with lowbrow, the bon vivants nurse the lugubrious and everyone is 'wilkommen'. A guy's guy sort of place with a menu to match -- epicurean, savory favorites with Chef's personal inspirations. A wine list not meant for the faint of heart, a bar that happily provides your martini in lieu of an entree and desserts that extend the pleasure principle.
Norma's -- the brightly colored open-air Terrace restaurant that serves breakfast all day and night. But there is no denying a contagious feeling of both calm and delight as you pull up a chair or slide into a booth to peruse the menu. Go spare and minimalist with the simplicity of poached eggs and half a grapefruit or go maximalist with any one of the french toast, waffle, or pancake concoctions. Go gluten free, vegan or vegetarian they serve to change it up and please.
Walk-ins are welcome. Reservations are recommended; however, not required.
54 locals recommend
Norma's
4200 E Palm Canyon DrNorma's -- the brightly colored open-air Terrace restaurant that serves breakfast all day and night. But there is no denying a contagious feeling of both calm and delight as you pull up a chair or slide into a booth to peruse the menu. Go spare and minimalist with the simplicity of poached eggs and half a grapefruit or go maximalist with any one of the french toast, waffle, or pancake concoctions. Go gluten free, vegan or vegetarian they serve to change it up and please.
Walk-ins are welcome. Reservations are recommended; however, not required.
At LULU California Bistro, talent, expertise and a passion for great food combine to produce a captivating dining experience. Menu options are both varied and value-priced. The quality is always high. Generous portions are prepared with fresh ingredients and a dash of innovation from award-winning chefs. Freshly baked bread and decadent desserts are made in-house daily, and are perfectly complemented by a cappuccino, latte or an endless pot of fresh brewed coffee
353 locals recommend
Lulu California Bistro
200 S Palm Canyon DrAt LULU California Bistro, talent, expertise and a passion for great food combine to produce a captivating dining experience. Menu options are both varied and value-priced. The quality is always high. Generous portions are prepared with fresh ingredients and a dash of innovation from award-winning chefs. Freshly baked bread and decadent desserts are made in-house daily, and are perfectly complemented by a cappuccino, latte or an endless pot of fresh brewed coffee
Tac/Quila is Palm Springs' best modern Mexican cuisine located downtown. Curated cocktails and a wonderful dining experience to be found here.
117 locals recommend
Tac/Quila
415 N Palm Canyon DrTac/Quila is Palm Springs' best modern Mexican cuisine located downtown. Curated cocktails and a wonderful dining experience to be found here.
Shopping
Desert Hills Premium Outlets® is home to the largest collection of luxury outlets in California. Just over an 20 minutes west of Palm Springs. The outdoor shopping center features 180 designer stores including Alexander McQueen, Burberry, Coach, Gucci, kate spade new york, Prada, Fendi, Saint Laurent Paris and many more. There are several dining options at Desert Hills Premium Outlets® such as Blaze Pizza, Five Guys Burgers & Fries, and Panda Express.
193 locals recommend
Desert Hills Premium Outlets
48400 Seminole DrDesert Hills Premium Outlets® is home to the largest collection of luxury outlets in California. Just over an 20 minutes west of Palm Springs. The outdoor shopping center features 180 designer stores including Alexander McQueen, Burberry, Coach, Gucci, kate spade new york, Prada, Fendi, Saint Laurent Paris and many more. There are several dining options at Desert Hills Premium Outlets® such as Blaze Pizza, Five Guys Burgers & Fries, and Panda Express.
The El Paseo Shopping District located in Palm Desert, spans nine blocks, offering over 300 shops from high-end retailers to local boutiques and features more than a dozen restaurants from quick bites to fine dining.
335 locals recommend
El Paseo Shopping District
The El Paseo Shopping District located in Palm Desert, spans nine blocks, offering over 300 shops from high-end retailers to local boutiques and features more than a dozen restaurants from quick bites to fine dining.
The River at Rancho Mirage is another must-see premier shopping and dining location. Spend the day shopping and dining at familiar favorites, or, catch a movie at Century Theatres and test your skills at Escape Games at the River.
210 locals recommend
The River Mall
71800 CA-111The River at Rancho Mirage is another must-see premier shopping and dining location. Spend the day shopping and dining at familiar favorites, or, catch a movie at Century Theatres and test your skills at Escape Games at the River.
Old Town La Quinta is a vintage lovers’ paradise. This historic village features an incredible collection of unique boutiques, restaurants and fun foodie finds like NitroInfusions, a local ice cream shop that uses liquid nitrogen to create over 30 flavors.
271 locals recommend
Old Town La Quinta
78100 Main StOld Town La Quinta is a vintage lovers’ paradise. This historic village features an incredible collection of unique boutiques, restaurants and fun foodie finds like NitroInfusions, a local ice cream shop that uses liquid nitrogen to create over 30 flavors.
Sightseeing
Take a ride on the world’s largest rotating tramcar to the 8,516-foot Mountain Station at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Enjoy over 50 miles of hiking trails, take in jaw-dropping views of the entire Coachella Valley, explore the history museum and be sure to grab a souvenir from the gift shop before you leave! And, if after all that exploring you've worked up an appetite, you’re in luck. Grab a bite to eat at one of two dining options offered.
1213 locals recommend
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
1 Tram WayTake a ride on the world’s largest rotating tramcar to the 8,516-foot Mountain Station at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Enjoy over 50 miles of hiking trails, take in jaw-dropping views of the entire Coachella Valley, explore the history museum and be sure to grab a souvenir from the gift shop before you leave! And, if after all that exploring you've worked up an appetite, you’re in luck. Grab a bite to eat at one of two dining options offered.
The Living Desert is home to over 500 animals representing over 150 species. Fill your morning or afternoon here by feeding a giraffe, petting the goats, riding on the carousel and walking among the wallabies at the Australian Adventures exhibit. Also, be sure to stop by and say hello to the zoo's newest residents, Jaali and Nia, two African black rhinos who now call the Rhino Savanna exhibit their home.
889 locals recommend
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
47900 Portola AveThe Living Desert is home to over 500 animals representing over 150 species. Fill your morning or afternoon here by feeding a giraffe, petting the goats, riding on the carousel and walking among the wallabies at the Australian Adventures exhibit. Also, be sure to stop by and say hello to the zoo's newest residents, Jaali and Nia, two African black rhinos who now call the Rhino Savanna exhibit their home.
Take a day trip to Joshua Tree National Park, where you’ll find yourself in the midst of thousands of these otherworldly trees that look like they're straight out of a Dr. Seuss book. Take a scenic drive through the park, hit the hiking trails and journey through the vast desert landscape and gigantic boulders or spend the night camping beneath the bright stars.
1713 locals recommend
Joshua Tree National Park
Take a day trip to Joshua Tree National Park, where you’ll find yourself in the midst of thousands of these otherworldly trees that look like they're straight out of a Dr. Seuss book. Take a scenic drive through the park, hit the hiking trails and journey through the vast desert landscape and gigantic boulders or spend the night camping beneath the bright stars.
Museum's
The Palm Springs Art Museum is located in the heart of Downtown Palm Springs with the stunning San Jacinto mountains as its backdrop. The museum houses over 12,000 objects of modern and contemporary art and showcases examples of mid-century modern architecture throughout. The exhibits rotate out regularly and their famed Annenberg Theater offers events and performances throughout the year.
602 locals recommend
Palm Springs Museum Trail
101 N Museum DrThe Palm Springs Art Museum is located in the heart of Downtown Palm Springs with the stunning San Jacinto mountains as its backdrop. The museum houses over 12,000 objects of modern and contemporary art and showcases examples of mid-century modern architecture throughout. The exhibits rotate out regularly and their famed Annenberg Theater offers events and performances throughout the year.
Find one of the world’s largest collections of vintage aircraft that date back to the WWII, Korea and Vietnam era at the Palm Springs Air Museum. The museum is a fun activity for the whole family to experience and kids under 12 are free. Warbird rides are also available on weekends!
366 locals recommend
Palm Springs Air Museum
lot 745 N Gene Autry TrailFind one of the world’s largest collections of vintage aircraft that date back to the WWII, Korea and Vietnam era at the Palm Springs Air Museum. The museum is a fun activity for the whole family to experience and kids under 12 are free. Warbird rides are also available on weekends!
City/town information
A popular resort city for many years, Palm Springs is known for its natural hot springs, hotels, restaurants, golf courses, and sunny weather. It's been a favorite destination for Hollywood stars since the 1930s, and many celebrities maintain homes in the Palm Springs area.
527 locals recommend
Palm Springs
57096 Twentynine Palms HighwayA popular resort city for many years, Palm Springs is known for its natural hot springs, hotels, restaurants, golf courses, and sunny weather. It's been a favorite destination for Hollywood stars since the 1930s, and many celebrities maintain homes in the Palm Springs area.
Trails/Hiking
Tahquitz Canyon is one of the most beautiful and culturally sensitive areas of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Reservation. Tahquitz Canyon is home to a spectacular seasonal 60-foot waterfall, rock art, ancient irrigation systems, native wildlife, and plants.
Tahquitz Canyon
500 W Mesquite AveTahquitz Canyon is one of the most beautiful and culturally sensitive areas of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Reservation. Tahquitz Canyon is home to a spectacular seasonal 60-foot waterfall, rock art, ancient irrigation systems, native wildlife, and plants.