Kelly’s guidebook
Sightseeing
A great local Zoo with many animal attractions. Great for the whole family!
889 locals recommend
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
47900 Portola AveA great local Zoo with many animal attractions. Great for the whole family!
Take a short trip on the tramway to the San Jacinto Mountains. Cooler weather, beautiful view of the Valley, andmany hiking trails.
1213 locals recommend
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
1 Tram WayTake a short trip on the tramway to the San Jacinto Mountains. Cooler weather, beautiful view of the Valley, andmany hiking trails.
This National Park is an absolute must! Only an hour away and you will be transported to a whole other world. Stop at one of the cool local restaurants on your way. A must do!
1713 locals recommend
Joshua Tree National Park
This National Park is an absolute must! Only an hour away and you will be transported to a whole other world. Stop at one of the cool local restaurants on your way. A must do!
Palm Springs Air Museum
lot 745 N Gene Autry TrailAn absolute must! Great for the whole family!
A beautiful area to go hiking. Be sure to take a lot of water with you, the hike can be hot depending on the time of year.
390 locals recommend
Indian Canyons
38520 South Palm Canyon DriveA beautiful area to go hiking. Be sure to take a lot of water with you, the hike can be hot depending on the time of year.
Food scene
Fantastic place for lunch or dinner, a casual island vibe...the patio is a must when dining there.
85 locals recommend
Tommy Bahama Restaurant, Bar & Store
73595 El PaseoFantastic place for lunch or dinner, a casual island vibe...the patio is a must when dining there.
An absolute must when here in the Desert. Enjoy a wonderful dinner in the swanky dining room or bar. Live entertainment every night so you can dance the night away.
197 locals recommend
The Nest
75188 CA-111An absolute must when here in the Desert. Enjoy a wonderful dinner in the swanky dining room or bar. Live entertainment every night so you can dance the night away.
Swanky, locally owned wine bar with a delicious food menu, including vegan options. Sign up for a wine tasting or pop in for happy hour, you won't be sorry.
6 locals recommend
La Fe Wine Bar
73900 El PaseoSwanky, locally owned wine bar with a delicious food menu, including vegan options. Sign up for a wine tasting or pop in for happy hour, you won't be sorry.
Make a reservation and be ready to step back into time. Food is amazing, service is top-notch and the atmosphere is that of the Rat Pack era...a MUST!
162 locals recommend
Mr. Lyons
233 E Palm Canyon DrMake a reservation and be ready to step back into time. Food is amazing, service is top-notch and the atmosphere is that of the Rat Pack era...a MUST!
El Paseo is a must for high-end shopping...it is known as the Rodeo Dr of Palm Desert. The Gardens are also known for world class restaurants like Eddie V's and Maestro's.
335 locals recommend
El Paseo Shopping District
El Paseo is a must for high-end shopping...it is known as the Rodeo Dr of Palm Desert. The Gardens are also known for world class restaurants like Eddie V's and Maestro's.