California Desert Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in California Desert
Downtown Palm Springs
Downtown Palm Springs is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Agua Caliente Casino and Agua Caliente Cultural Museum, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Palm Springs.
Baristo
While visiting Baristo, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Theatre and Palm Springs Art Museum Architecture and Design Center.
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.
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
The property is well-maintained and beautiful. It is in a great location to walk to many restaurants, shops, and bars.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Best Western Corona Hotel & Suites
Staff was good and rooms were clean
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Signature Temecula
The room was very clean, bed very comfortable, and we there was a fridge, microwave and coffee maker. We had free bfast and the staff very friendly.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
is awesome stay there I love
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
7 Springs Inn & Suites
Staff was awesome and helpful
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
The Cole
Great place to stay for the weekend.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Climb aboard the world's largest rotating tramcar up the sheer cliffs of Chino Canyon to see Palm Springs from above.
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.
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.
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.
Indian Canyon
Follow historic walking trails wending their way through gorges and along streams, like the many Cahuilla Indians who have trodden here before.
Activities
Palm Springs Architecture Tour – Self-Guided Drive
Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour in Joshua Tree National Park
Palm Springs Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile Game App!
Mountain Sunrise Hike and Meditation in Palm Springs
Joshua Tree Open Air Hummer Adventure
Private Shopping Tour from Palm Springs to Desert Hills Outlets
- Joshua Tree National Park
- Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
- Empire Polo Club
- Indian Wells Tennis Garden
- Agua Caliente Casino
- PGA West Golf Course
- Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
- Indian Canyon
- Desert Willow Golf Resort
- Wilson Creek Winery
- Outlets at Tejon
- Palm Springs Air Museum
- Sea Mountain Resort Nude Spa
- California Baptist University
- Cabazon Outlets
- Mount San Jacinto State Park
