Things To Do
Eats and Sips
KOFFI A local coffee chain with multiple locations across Palm Springs! TOWNIE BAGELS Breakfast/Coffee CHEEKY'S PALM SPRINGS Brunch WILMA AND FRIEDAS Brunch (Pro-tip: Get a homemade pop tart!) REFORMA PALM SPRINGS Drag Brunch on Saturdays! Don't forget to tip your queens :) LULU CALIFORNIA BISTRO A staple in downtown PS! Great for any meal & group size. CHEF TANYA'S KITCHEN Vegan NATIVE FOODS Vegan CHICKEN RANCH Fast-Casual LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA Mexican CLANDESTINO Mexican TAC/QUILA Mexican BOOZEHOUNDS Dog-Friendly Bar & Restaurant BIRBA Italian BAR CECIL Trendy & delicious restaurant on the Michelin Guide. LOLA ROSE Mediterranean TRUSS AND TWINE Cocktail Bar TAILOR SHOP Cocktail Bar GREAT SHAKES Gourmet Shakes, Malts & Floats. Try the Date Shake - a favorite local treat! BRANDINI TOFFEE Born here in the desert! LAPPERT’S ICE CREAM Dole Whip, Date Shakes, & Ice Cream KREEM Handmade Ice Cream (Vegan options as well)
Things to Do
MID-CENTURY ARCHITECTURE SELF GUIDED TOUR Palm Springs is a haven for historic mid-century architecture! There are many guided tours available, but here is a free self-guided tour: https://visitpalmsprings.com/mid-century-architecture-self-guided-tour/ SPA There are many incredible spas in Palm Springs! We recommend the Spa at Séc-he for a truly immersive experience, but there are plenty of other wonderful options to explore. FOREVER MARILYN STATUE Say hi to the iconic Marilyn Monroe statue near the Palm Springs Art Museum. If you're strolling along Palm Canyon in downtown Palm Springs, you won’t be able to miss her! PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM This museum showcases a diverse collection of modern and contemporary art, with a focus on California artists, mid-century modernism, Native American art, and more. PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM Explore a collection of vintage aircraft and learn about aviation history. AGUA CALIENTE CASINO Try your luck in the heart of Palm Springs!
Outdoor Activities
GOLF There are many courses in the area (public and private). TENNIS/PICKLEBALL Public courts at Ruth Hardy Park and Demuth Park. HIKING We recommend exploring the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation, which includes three breathtaking canyons within Indian Canyons (Palm Canyon, Murray Canyon, and Andreas Canyon) as well as the nearby Tahquitz Canyon. HIT THE POOL Relax by the pool and soak up the Palm Springs sun. PALM SPRING AERIAL TRAMWAY At the top of the tram, you can enjoy stunning desert views, along with hiking, dining, and breathtaking scenery on Mount San Jacinto.
Shopping
There are so many amazing art galleries, gift shops, clothing, vintage/thrift, and furniture/home design stores to explore, but here are some highlights: JUST FABULOUS One of Dana's favorites! This shop is packed with fun and unique items that are perfect for souvenirs or gifts. PEEPA'S One-of-a-kind gifts that capture the spirit of the desert. MELODY NOTE VINTAGE Great curated vintage shop! THE SHOPS AT THIRTEEN FORTY FIVE A curated destination of unique individual shops. ANTIQUE GALLERIES OF PALM SPRINGS Collective of 40+ vendors of antiques/vintage items such as furniture, jewelry, art, and more. TRINA TURK Flagship store that embodies a California-chic aesthetic in a gorgeous 1960s building. MOJAVE FLEA TRADING POST Department store featuring items from makers and merchants from Joshua Tree, the Coachella Valley, and beyond. MARKET MARKET Market Market has a curated mix of vintage and repurposed goods from different vendors.