California Desert Travel Guide
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Downtown Palm Springs
Downtown Palm Springs is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Agua Caliente Casino and Agua Caliente Cultural Museum, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Palm Springs.

Baristo
While visiting Baristo, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Theatre and Palm Springs Art Museum Architecture and Design Center.

Valle De Los Caballos
While visiting Valle De Los Caballos, you might make a stop by sights like Avensole Winery and Ponte Winery.

Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, Agua Caliente Casino and The Spa at Se-che are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Riverside
Downtown Riverside is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Fox Performing Arts Center and Riverside Metropolitan Museum.

Uptown Design District
Uptown Design District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Las Palmas and San Jacinto Mountains while in the area.

Palm Mountain Resort and Spa
Staff were very nice and room very clean. Pool lovely. Only downside was I had to change rooms as there was a problem with the bathroom and there was no one to help me with my luggage.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
Yes the room was very nice and clean the water was amazing
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

The Dunes Hotel
Our three rooms were clean and the front desk staff and room cleaning staff were friendly helpful.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Clean, quiet, modern and well maintained rooms and living areas. Amenities and landscaping were well maintained and cared for.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages
Well experienced check-in Staff. Very timely and found our room to be very clean.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis
The property is very nice! Room was clean and well supplied. The grounds and pool area are nice. There's a nice paved trail next to the property. Staff was very helpful and nice. We will stay again.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 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.

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.

Palm Canyon
Palm Canyon is just one of the places to see in Palm Springs, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the lively festivals in this family-friendly area or seek out the hiking trails.

Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
Between meeting animals from across the world and exploring nature trails through the Sonoran Desert, expect an exotic experience in southern California.

Old Town Temecula Community Theater
You can make plans for a show at Old Town Temecula Community Theater during your trip to Temecula. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its wineries.

Indian Canyon
Hike along ancient walking trails through palm-dotted canyons at this stunning recreational park.
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