Presented here are visual images of the area referred to as Palm Springs, even though Coachella Valley is the home to very diverse cities and environments. Please read my blog Plan Your Visit to Palm Springs so you have a better understanding of the Coachella Valley, which actually extends from the Salton Sea to the San Bernardino Mountains in Southeast California.
Links are provided for all attractions, travel tips, restaurants, and stores, so you can easily find fees, hours and menus.
On the East edge of Palm Springs we have a vibrant arts community called the Backstreet Art District
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Sunnylands is located on the Annenberg Estate in Rancho Mirage. This lovely labyrinth is located in their lovely garden.
Caliente Tropics Resort is just one of many hotels that becomes magical at night in Palm Springs.
The Mizell Senior Center was transformed from a former fire station into this spectacular building
in Palm Springs.
Two Bunch Palms Resort and Spa in Desert Hot Springs perfect place for a weekend get-away.
See Short Road Trips Blog
The Palm Springs Convention Center, located in Palm Springs, serves as the main venue for conferences in the Coachella
Valley.
Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs is located downtown, making it the perfect place to meet and catch up.
Coachella Valley Certified Farmers' Markets are held year-round. Check their website for locations and time.
Sparrows Lodge Bicycles. Dine at
their restaurant The Barn Kitchen
Palm Springs.
Mr. Lyons is the place to go if you want to experience Old Hollywood elegance. Steak house on the curve of South Palm Canyon Drive.
JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa entrance
is enchanting. The perfect place to spend the day lounging and enjoying the many restaurants. See Review of Resort See review of Spa.
Ingleside Inn is a place to stay if you want to relax and experience life like it was when movie stars were frequent visitors to Palm Springs.
Visit 25 ft. Marilyn Statute in
the Downtown Palm Springs Park.
Kimbals a store with great women's fashions and accessories. Fun place
to shop in downtown Palm Springs.
Idyllwild is 75 miles from Palm Springs. Blog 1. Five Things to See in Idyllwild
Blog 2. Summer in Idyllwild
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Modernism Fall Preview Week dates are scheduled for October 25-27, 2024.. See my blog.
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The Palm Springs Art Museum is a magnificent place to view revolving exhibits. It is free to the public on Thursdays from 4:00 to 8:00 pm.
Joshua Tree National Park about 50 miles from Palm Springs. See my blogs: 1. Prepare for a Day Trip to Joshua Tree National Park 2. History of Joshua Tree National Park
Indian Canyons Golf Resort. Great place in south Palm Springs for golf or have breakfast or lunch with beautiful, scenic views.
Steakhouse at the Spa. Perfect place for a celebratory dinner in Palm Springs.
Living Desert Zoo and Gardens in Palm Desert is a place the entire family will enjoy. See my Blog.
Peninsula Pastries in Palm Springs If want authentic French Pastries, you will want to go here.
Lovely Nails is located in LaPlaza in downtown Palm Springs. Fabulous manicures and pedicures. 760-325-3599
Cabot Pueblo Museum in
Desert Hot Springs offers fascinating tours of this large, historic home built with found objects.
The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf and Resort & Spa is a lovely place to relax, explore, and meet friends. See the Blog.
Smoke Tree Stables in Palm Springs is the place to rent a horse, then explore, on a guided tour, The Indian Canyons.
Palm Springs Library is located near the Boy and Girls Club and Mizell Senior Center.
Garage Sales in Palm Springs are a great spring and fall. You can find outstanding buys. See my blog.
Shag Gallery located in our Uptown Design District in Palm Springs.
Modernism Week is February 13 - 23, 2025. Time to buy your tickets. There are over 325 events. See my Blog
Il Corso located in downtown Palm Springs is a great place to have Italian food.
Vintage Fair is held the first Sunday of each month at the Palm Springs Cultural Center.
Le Vallarius Restaurant is one of our
go-to places for special events.
Romantic and delicious French food.
The International Film Festival is held each January. 180 films being shown this year.
Sammy G's Tuscan Grill is a wonderland at night. Great place for outside dining in downtown Palm Springs
Koffi Palm Springs courtyard is a great place to get a cup of coffee, pull up a chair, meet people, read your book or do computer work.
La Quinta Lake is a manmade lake surrounded by palatial homes. However, the Melange Restaurant is a great place to relax lakeside with a beverage.
Salvation Mountain has been designated a National Folk Art Treasure. It is located 75 miles from Palm Springs.
Eight4Nine is a delightful place to meet friends for Happy Hour or enjoy a lovely meal on the patio. If you have a small dinner party, reserve one of their private rooms. See Blog
Copley's Restaurant is located in the Uptown Design District of Palm Springs. It has a lovely patio, which is a great setting for a special date.
Please see my blog Creativity Flows at Palm Springs Copleys Restaurant.
Ristretto in Palm Springs is a delightful place to stop for coffee or have an Italian soda. See blog.
Palm Springs neighborhood walks result in all kinds of fun discoveries
for the older section has all kinds of great gates into the palatial homes.
Tac/Quila is a Mexican Restaurant in the Uptown Design District. If you love the food at The Farm you will be pleased to learn they are the same owners.
Take a driving tour of Murals in Coachella Valley
Did you know you can take a Palm Springs Windmill Tour? Read my blog
La Plaza. Originally the center of Palm
Springs and has been preserved so it
has the original Spanish Architecture.
The Palms Cafe is tucked away in a Rancho Mirage mall. The menu is American cuisine and friendly staff.
The River in Rancho Mirage is going under a transition. Always good to go here and just appreciate the beauty of the space.
Stadium 1, which holds 16,000 people, at the Indian Wells Tennis Gardens, home to the BNP Paribus Open. See my Blog.
Sammy G's Tuscan Grilll downtown Palm Springs.
Great place for Happy Hour. See blog
​Alice B Restaurant See My Review
Townie Bagels on Sunny Dunes, where Palm Springs residents head to get authentic NYC bagels.
The Spa at Sec He Downtown Palm
Springs created by the Agua Caleinte Band of Cahuilla Indians
Escena Grill Palm Springs. In a development with a golf course and Club House where we love to go for breakfast-a spectacular view.
Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Spa. It has a Michelin Star worthy restaurant--Tia Carmen. See my review.
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort and Spa
View of Lazy River.