California Desert Travel Guide
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Downtown Palm Springs
Downtown Palm Springs is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Plaza Theatre and Agua Caliente Casino, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Palm Springs.
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 Fox Entertainment Plaza.
Baristo
While visiting Baristo, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Theatre and Palm Springs Art Museum Architecture and Design Center.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, Agua Caliente Casino and The Spa at Se-che are top sights worth seeing.
Valle De Los Caballos
While visiting Valle De Los Caballos, you might make a stop by sights like Ponte Winery and Rancho Palomar Winery.
Tahquitz River Estates
Though Tahquitz River Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium and Tahquitz Canyon.
Palm Mountain Resort and Spa
Great staff, property and comfortable beds…but the shower water is only luke warm not hot enough And my sisters shower was the same issue :(
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
The Dunes Hotel
Nice hotel and great location to downtown. I've stayed here before and love the proximity to Village Fest and restaurants like Bit O' Country.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton
It was great except the checking-in part which consisted of a very long line, hence a long check-in. There was only one person checking people-in and then a second came along and that did not help much. On a holiday weekend you should plan for lots of people!!!
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Clean room, great amenities, courteous staff
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
7 Springs Inn & Suites
Room 119 was Perfect!!! Had one of the best stays EVER!! Staff member was so delightful and pleasant to talk to. I wish I could remember his name. We will be back. Thank You for one of the BEST STAYS EVER!!!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
The Cole
Friendly and responsive staff and great hot tub. Clean and updated room.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
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.
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.
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.
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 relaxing area or seek out the hiking trails.
Indian Canyon
Hike along ancient walking trails through palm-dotted canyons at this stunning recreational park.
- Joshua Tree National Park
- Pechanga Resort & Casino
- Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
- Empire Polo Club
- Agua Caliente Casino
- PGA West Golf Course
- Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
- Palm Canyon
- Indian Canyon
- Wilson Creek Winery
- Palm Springs Art Museum
- Edwards Air Force Base
- Spotlight 29 Casino
- Sea Mountain Resort Nude Spa
- Mount San Jacinto State Park
- Desert Hills Premium Outlets
