Once Upon a Time... in Palm Springs
Things To Do
Joshua Tree National Park
Be sure to listen to U2 while you're here.
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
If you only do one tourist-y thing in Palm Springs, make it this.
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
Although we haven't been to The Living Desert Zoo (because we have always gone in the blazing hot months of summer), it has always been on our list of things to eventually do. The Living Desert Zoo is open 8am-5pm
Moorten Botanical Garden
Open 10am-4pm, Moorten Botanical Garden is a living museum of desert lore and has something of interest for everyone with glistening crystals, colorful rocks, ancient fossils, and pioneer and gold mining relics.
Pioneertown
Old west themed town that was the filming site of many western films, and home to a great Restaurant, Pappy + Harriet's, which we visited during our first trip to the area.
Coachella Valley Firebirds Hockey
We love hockey and the Firebirds are the newest attraction to the Coachella Valley. We were able to check out a game on one of our visits and had a blast.
Palm Springs Vinyl Records and Collectibles
If you're into vinyl or movies, this is a must visit.
Boomers Palm Springs
Family Fun Option! Boomers Palm Springs features acres of family fun and excitement, making it the best family fun center in the Palm Springs area. Featuring Go Karts, three 18-hole miniature golf courses, bumper boats, a rock wall, and an arcade with over 100 state-of-the-art video games. Boomers offers BIG fun for everyone in the family!
Cabazon Dinosaurs - World's Biggest Dinosaurs
The Cabazon Dinosaurs have long been regarded as one of the most iconic roadside attractions. Featured in cult classics such as Pee Wee Herman’s Big Adventure and The Wizard, the dinosaurs have staked their place in pop culture.
Koffi South Palm Springs
Our favorite coffee in Palm Springs. They have several locations but this one is directly across the street from the Ace Hotel & Swim Club.
Las Palmas Brewing
This is always our first stop on our visits to Palm Springs. Home of Sarah's favorite seltzer; Tears.
La Quinta Brewing Co - Palm Springs Taproom
Another good brewery option. Although it doesn't serve food, you can bring in outside food to soak up some of the alcohol you have consumed.
Copley's on Palm Canyon
The first place we ever ate in Palm Springs. Matt had some cornbread he hasn't stopped thinking about since.
King's Highway
Located on the Ace Hotel & Swim Club property, King's Highway is a delicious diner option. As a side note, the name "King's Highway" is near and dear to Sarah's heart as there is a funny Grandma Goldberg moment where she once pronounced a street in St. Louis "King Shigway" which caused the young Goldberg clan to miss their exit.
El Patron
Matt's favorite tacos in Palm Springs.
The Heyday
We found The Heyday by accident. Our first trip to PS we got massages at The Hilton and needed to kill time. We saw a little restaurant inside the hotel so went in to get some food... The rest is history! They've since moved to a stand-alone location, but be sure to try Matt's favorite burger in Palm Springs.
Johnny Costa's Ristorante
Matt's favorite Italian food in Palm Springs.
Azúcar Restaurant and Bar
Another Mexican inspired eatery option in the Palm Springs area.
Farm
Farm is one of our 'go-to' spots for a good breakfast. This French inspired spot is fresh and delicious.