Activities
Annually, the greater Palm Springs area has more than 350 days of sunshine and less than 5 inches of rain. Winter temperatures average in the 70s during the day. Coupled with the 10,831 foot Mt. San Jacinto & the Indian Canyons Palm Tree Oasis, our climate provides unique outdoor experiences. A water park, aerial tram, desert-themed zoo & botanical garden, windmill farm, museums, world-class sport facilities & much more await visitors.
| Located in downtown Palm Springs, and walking distance to the dining and shopping on Palm Canyon Drive, The Palm Springs Art Museum features a sophisticated collection of art, loaned or donated by the area`s affluent residents. The museum has an art collection that rivals urban metropolitan museums, and includes works from Marc Chagall, Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Donald Judd, Louise Bourgeois, Alexander Calder, Henry Moore, Robert Rauschenberg, Antony Gormley and Ansel Adams. Spread over the 150,000 square feet, the museum boasts major collections of modern and contemporary art, glass, photography, architecture and design and Native American and Western art. It has two outdoor sculpture gardens, a cafe featuring American and Continental cuisine, and a museum store that includes one-of-a-kind gifts and art-related merchandise. |
| Location: |
101 Museum Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262 |
| Phone: |
760-322-4800 |
| For more than 40 years, Ambassadors Walter and Leonore Annenberg welcomed political, business, educational, and entertainment leaders to Sunnylands, their 200-acre winter home in Rancho Mirage. In 2001, the couple established The Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands to preserve the estate as a place where world leaders could meet to discuss issues of national and international importance. They also specified that the Trust provide the public with opportunities to learn about Sunnylands’ unique place in history. Since opening Sunnylands in 2012, the trustees and staff have created what the Annenbergs envisioned. The estate and historic residence are providing a place of tranquility and hospitality where national and international leaders convene to "promote world peace and facilitate international agreement." In that same time, more than half a million visitors have enjoyed Sunnylands Historic Estate & Gardens and its offerings. |
| Location: |
37977 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270 |
| Phone: |
(760) 202-2200 |
| Smoke Tree Stables is family Owned and operated, and has been for over 75 years. Located in the heart of South Palm Springs up against "Smoke Tree Mountain". We are fortunate to be in this stunning location and at the base of hundreds of miles of trails. We Offer Guided Western hourly or day rides for novice or the most experienced rider.
Smoke Tree Stables has provided horses for film and television including major networks like Bravo, Oprah, Playboy TV and prime time television.
Rider and horse safety is our top priority and one that we take very seriously. We take pride in the care and well being of our horses, staff and visitors.
We are thankful for our clients who continue to return year after year and we are humbled by the support of our community, allowing us to keep the horseback riding tradition alive in the heart of Palm Springs, California. |
| Location: |
2500 S. Toledo Ave., Palm Springs, CA 92264 |
| Phone: |
760-327-1372 |
| If you like short road trips and meerkats, Fellow Earthlings` Wildlife Center is the place for you. Located a mere 45 minutes from Palm Springs in the high desert, this preserve specializes in caring for meerkats, which are small mongooses found in southern Africa. Meerkats are placed at Fellow Earthlings for a variety of reasons: The animals may be orphaned, injured, sick, old, or the previous facility may simply be out of room and can no longer care for them. Guests can visit the Center and hand-feed the meerkats through their "Adopt" program. One of the Center`s most notable achievements occurred in 1992 when Pam Bennett-Wallberg was chosen by Disney Studios to be their consultant for the character of Timon in the movie The Lion King. Pam worked side by side with the Disney animators as they drew the sassy, cheeky character that became the much-loved Timon. |
| Location: |
11427 West Drive, Morongo Valley, CA 92256 |
| Phone: |
(760) 363-1344 |
| The soothing whoosh acts as balm to your soul as you soar near hawks and other winged creatures while admiring the inspiring views of the Coachella Valley. With Palm Springs glider tours you can see everything from the San Jacinto and San Gorgonio mountains in the west to the Salton Sea in the east and from Joshua Tree National Monument in the north to rugged Toro Peak and the Santa Rosa Mountains in the south. All rides are for one passenger only and are conducted by a certified pilot out of the Thermal Airport in the East valley. |
| Location: |
Thermal Airport, Thermal Aviation Hangar B4, Thermal CA |
| Phone: |
760-275-2090 |
| The Indian Wells Tennis Garden is a tennis facility in Indian Wells. It is the home of the BNP Paribas Open, a joint event of the ATP World Tour and the WTA Tour which constitutes the fifth largest tennis tournament in the world. The complex offers several classifications of membership, including: Monthly, Seasonal, and Summer Memberships. The Tennis Garden features 29 Concrete Courts with PlexiPave surface, 23 Lighted Courts, Locker Rooms, Fitness Center, Pro Shop and Lounge. Stadium 1 is the second largest tennis-specific stadium in the world.[ |
| Location: |
78200 Miles Ave, Indian Wells, CA 92210 |
| Phone: |
760-200-8400 |
| The Living Desert is a remarkable zoo and botanical garden representing the desert environments of North America and Africa. With over 1200 protected acres, 450 wild animals, live animal shows, kids’ play park, tranquil gardens, model train exhibit, hiking trails, tram rides and more, visitors experience an oasis of family fun. |
| Location: |
47900 Portola Avenue, Palm Desert, CA 92260 |
| Phone: |
760-346-5694 |
| Palm Springs Windmill Tours is the only windmill farm tour that is endorsed by the Desert Wind Energy Association. Their bus tour goes inside the fences onto the private property where no other tour can go, making stops at the windmills to give guests an up close view. You will see several forms of sustainable energy; Wind, Solar and a Natural Gas Peaking plant. You will learn about all types of windmills throughout the area from the early Vestas to the newest 380 foot marvel producing kilowatts of power for the Coachella Valley. But, wind is not all there is to the tour. You will visit the newest technology in our area: solar. Learn why this relatively solar energy project is revolutionizing solar in windy areas and what that means to the area and beyond. |
| Location: |
62950 20th Ave, Palm Springs, CA 92262 |
| Toll Free: |
800-531-5834 |
| Palm Springs has one of the largest concentrations of mid-century modern architecture in the world, but knowing where to look and understanding the homes and buildings in context can be a challenge. PS Architecture Tours was created to make Palm Springs` extraordinary modern architectural treasures more accessible to Palm Springs visitors. They offer: scheduled tours, group tours, private tours and presentations. |
| Phone: |
323-578-6025 |
| Long before people planted thousands of palm trees in the California desert, there was the Indian Canyons; the Indian Canyons is the catch all name for a number of canyons in Palm Springs where underground water has created oasis filled with the only indigenous palm trees in California, California Fan Palms. The largest of the canyons, Palm Canyon, is fifteen miles long. It is one of the areas of great beauty in Western North America. Its indigenous flora and fauna, which include the California Fan Palm as well as numerous cactus species, are breathtaking contrasts to the stark rocky gorges and barren desert lands beyond. The canyons are a one of a kind place that is great for picnicking near a stream, meditating, exploring, hiking or horseback riding. |
| Location: |
38520 S. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 |
| Phone: |
760-323-6018 |
| Imagine being able to go from a dry warm desert climate to a moist cool alpine climate in just ten minutes...From an elevation of 2,643 ft. to an elevation of 8,516 ft, the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway does this while providing amazing scenery, a guided tour, mountain-top dining and miles of exhilarating hiking trails. |
| Location: |
One Tram Way, Palm Springs, CA. 92262 |
| Phone: |
760-325-1449 |
| This South Palm Springs botanical garden and shop was established in 1938 by Chester "Cactus Slim" Moorten and his wife, Patricia Moorten. It is now owned and operated by their son, Clark Moorten. With over 3,000 examples of cacti and other desert plants grouped by geographic regions, there is a little something for every desert lover. Attractions include cactus garden tours, Learning about different plants and species of animals, holding private events (including weddings) and purchasing your favorite cactus. |
| Location: |
1701 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA. 92264 |
| Phone: |
760-327-6555 |
| Located only 20 minutes from Palm Springs in the city of Banning is the Museum of Pinball. This 18 acre one of a kind attraction features over 800 vintage and modern pinball machines and video games. The museum allows young people to experience the excitement of an electronic game that doesn’t just appear on a screen, and allows those who grew up playing pinball to rediscover their passion. In addition, the Museum of Pinball brings competitive pinball tournaments into the spotlight and preserves the amazing history of the game. The Museum is only open to the public for special events held periodically throughout the year. |
| Location: |
700 South Hathaway, Banning, CA 92220 |
| The Hiking In Palm Springs Website is a great resource for learning about hiking trails in Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, La Quinta, Joshua Tree, Idylwild and other Coachella Valley areas. The website features maps, directions, pictures and information about various trails. |
| Location: |
Everywhere |
| The California desert features some unique outdoor experiences such as The San Andreas fault, Joshua Tree National Park and the Salton Sea. Adventure Hummer Tours takes you there in the comfort of a Hummer H1. This larger vehicle allows them to go where smaller Jeeps can`t. In addition, their guides are experts trained by the National Park`s Desert Institute. Daily tours, corporate events and private parties are all welcome. |
| Phone: |
760-285-0876 |
| This is a true luxury lifestyle experience: the BMW Performance Center West is the Palm Springs area experience that`s serious about seat time. Learn true performance driving from their pros in adreniline-fueled 1 and 2 day M Schools. You can see first hand what BMW M series cars can do as you ride with a pro on an exhilarating lap. Located in Thermal, East of La Quinta, BMW built an exclusive paddock and track area for the BMW performance driving area. The facility spans over 30 acres, including a 1.6 mile road course with increasing and decreasing radius turns, elevation changes and straightaways. As of 2015, there were only two BMW Performance Centers in the United States. So this is truly an experience that you can`t really have any place else. Please keep in mind that this facility is about 36 miles South East of downtown Palm Springs. |
| Location: |
86030 62nd Ave., Thermal, CA. 92274 |
| Toll Free: |
888-345-4269 |
