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Palm Springs Travel Guide

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Pool scene at Palm Springs Alcazar Hotel

Palm Springs Travel Guide

My Palm Springs Travel Guide will share the best things to do in this desert oasis with major mid-century vibes that will undoubtedly be your new favorite destination. I will share what to do and where to stay, also restaurants you’ve got to try. Keep reading for more on this chill desert town.

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Palm Springs Travel Guide Highlights

  1. It’s a mid-century haven, therefore you’ll see the influence of this popular, historic style everywhere you look.
  2. Discover the world’s first Cactarium, a greenhouse filled with rare and unique cacti and succulents.
  3. Surrounded by Mountains, a desert oasis, and a National Park that is certainly one of the most unique.
  4. And lastly, a popular roadside attraction featuring 2 dinosaurs featured in cult-famous movies is just 20 mins outside of town.
Palm Springs cactus against pink wall

Where To Stay
Palm Springs Travel Guide

The Saguaro Hotel in Palm Springs

The Saguaro

Rainbows galore

1800 E. Palm Canyon Dr.
The Saguaro (pronounced suh-waa-row) hotel is also well known for its bright, poppy rainbow colors.

Pool scene at Palm Springs Alcazar Hotel

The Alcazar

neutral & bright

622 N. Palm Canyon Dr.
Minimalistic and bright, this hotel is also the epitome of relaxation. I especially love the pool area with mountain views.

Sign at the Ace Hotel Palm Springs

The Ace Hotel

trendy & unique

701 East Palm Canyon Dr.
Unique, rustic, and clean. This undeniably popular hotel chain is also a swim club you can visit, even if you’re not staying.

The Saguaro Hotel Palm Springs
The Saguaro
The Saguaro Hotel pool Palm Springs
The Saguaro
The Saguaro Hotel pool Palm Springs
The Saguaro

Other hotels on my to-stay list are Kimpton Rowan, Sparrow’s Lodge, Fleur Noir Hôtel, Holiday House, Casa Cody, Korakia Pensione, Les Cactus, Sacred Haven Joshua Tree, and lastly, The Parker.

The Alcazar Hotel Palm Springs
The Alcazar
The Alcazar Hotel bathroom Palm Springs
The Alcazar
The Alcazar Hotel Palm Springs
The Alcazar
The Alcazar Hotel pool Palm Springs

The Alcazar

Breakfast & Brunch Spots
Palm Springs Travel Guide

Cheeky’s

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Yummy breakfast options and if you’re into bacon, surely you’ll love the bacon flight.

Wilma & Frieda’s

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A cute little spot that above all has pretty good basic breakfast offerings.

Elmer’s

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This place has some old-school Denny’s vibes and is also known for its German Pancakes.

Kings Highway

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Another trendy restaurant with a cute interior and a pretty decent breakfast.

Breakfast food spread at Cheeky's Palm Springs
Cheeky’s
Wilma & Freda's breakfast in Palm Springs
Wilma & Freda’s
Moorten Botanical Gardens Cactarium

Visit Moorten Botanical Garden & Cactarium

If you are into cacti, succulents, and all kinds of unique desert plants, surely you will love Moorten Botanical Garden & Cactarium. In addition, the famous “Cactarium” greenhouse with amazing cactus plants in it can be found here, too. Undeniably, the perfect for that next Instagram photo.

 Visit | 1701 S. Palm Canyon Drive

Moorten Botanical Gardens Cactarium
Moorten Botanical Gardens

To learn more, check out my post on the Moorten Botanical Garden here

Woman standing in Joshua Tree National Park

Explore Joshua Tree National Park

Do you love unique cacti, weird rock formations, and especially the vast openness of the desert,? Joshua Tree National Park is another perfect desert visit just an hour outside of Palm Springs.

Visit | West Entrance Station Joshua Tree, CA 92252

Man standing in front of rocks in Joshua Tree National Park
Joshua Tree National Park

Visit my post on A November Day in Joshua Tree National Park to learn more

Joshua Tree National Park
Cabazon Dinosaurs in California

Take A Selfie With The Cabazon Dino’s

If these guys look familiar to you it’s because you may remember them from two great movies from the 1980s. Pee Wee’s Big Adventure and The Wizard, are equally amazing cult-following movies. These dinos have become more and more popular over the years, undoubtedly increasing visitation since the 1980s. The tourist stop has added attractions and because of increased tourism, they even paint the dinos to align with select holidays and occasions throughout the year.

 Visit | 50700 Seminole Dr. roughly 25 minutes North West of Palm Springs

T-rex in Cabazon Dinosaurs in California
Me for scale
Inside t-rex mouth Cabazon Dinosaurs in California
Inside T-Rex’s Mouth

Presently, there is an additional museum extending past the two large dinos. Inside, there were animatronics and smaller dinos along with signage surprisingly explaining their belief that man existed with dinosaurs according to science and the bible. It is still entertaining to visit, even if this is not your belief.

Cabazon Dinosaurs in California

Lunch & Dinner Spots
Palm Springs Travel Guide

Birba

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My favorite pasta dish pappardelle bolognese was on the menu so I had to get it, also, we got a pizza and both were so delicious it was hard to not just eat here every night we were there.

La Bonitas

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A small family-owned restaurant with undoubtedly tasty homemade Mexican food

Guacamoles

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Another good Mexican place we found, brought back food, and regardless of inside seating, we ate outside at a picnic table at our hotel.

Al Dente

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An Italian spot that’s not as trendy as some restaurants, hence it appeared to have an older crowd. Nonetheless, the food was pretty good, though.

Also check out Workshop Kitchen & Bar, Farm, Counter-Reformation, El Jefe Desert Cantina, Mr. Lyons Steakhouse, The Pantry at Holiday House, 4 Saints, Azúcar, The Barn Kitchen, The Pink Cabana, and Blackbook

Pasta at Birba
Birba
Burger and Fries at Kings Highway
Kings Highway
Palm Springs cacti
Family hiking the Indian Canyons in Palm Springs

Hike The Indian Canyons Oasis

Just on the edge of Palm Springs is the Indian Canyons. A secluded, beautiful landscape of the world’s second-largest California Fan Palm Oasis surrounds Andreas creek on one side and some seriously alien-looking rock formations on the other. This fairly easy hike only takes about 30-40 minutes and despite a 200-foot elevation, we found it pretty easy and enjoyable.

Visit | 38500 S. Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs

Check out my post on the Andreas Canyon hike within Indian Canyons

Oasis in Indian Canyons in Palm Springs
Rocks meeting palm trees in Indian Canyons in Palm Springs
Palm Springs Aerial Tram
Palm Springs Aerial Tram
Palm Springs Aerial Tram

Ride The Palm Springs Aerial Tram

The Aerial Tram is a really fun way to experience Palm Springs, because not only is it a ride, it takes you to the top of a mountain. Regardless of being in the desert, the swift and extreme elevation change to the top of Mount San Jacinto will be a chilly one. The tram slowly spins around, therefore giving you amazing 360-degree views of the mountain, Palm Springs, and the Coachella Valley beyond.

Visit | 1 Tramway Road

Mount San Jacinto
Looking down Mount San Jacinto

Sweets & Treats Spots
Palm Springs Travel Guide

Great Shakes

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Milkshake shop with many options and toppings, therefore giving you many options to enjoy.

Kreem

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Ice cream is made in-house with vegan coconut-based flavors.

Lappert’s Ice Cream

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Premium ice cream in many flavors, specifically known for their dole soft serve and date shakes.

Ice Cream & Shoppe

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Ice cream and gift shop attached to the Arrive Hotel.

The Pink Door House in Palm Springs

Palm Springs House & Door Tour

The Pink Door was the most popular photo hot spot, however, due to the increased visitation the property now has signs to keep off the property. It’s fun to drive around town and admire the beautiful, Mid-Century style homes and unique doors which undeniably make for fun photos!

Visit | Various locations throughout Palm Springs

Palm Springs Home
Party Lions
Palm Springs Home
Pink House
Pool at night with floats

Swim Late Night And Stare At The Stars

I tend to avoid the bright sun and am not a big fan of swimming with other people which is why I love being in pools in Palm Springs. Depending on the hotel, the pool hours may go late into the night which gives you the opportunity to float in the pool and look at the starry desert night sky or soak your bones in the hot tub after a day of hiking in nature. Late night is my favorite time to be at the pool. The desert night is cool and breezy, meanwhile giving you the perfect book reading environment.

More Palm Springs Posts We Think You’ll Love

  • Andreas Canyon, An Easy Desert Hike in Palm Springs, California
  • Moorten Botanical Garden & Cactarium
  • A November Day in Joshua Tree National Park

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The salad was coated in dressing, the croutons were crunchy but not too crunchy, and the slice of cheese on top was a fun addition. I ordered mine with chicken added, perfect!

In addition to tasty food, they’ve got a huge patio space, killer views of the Cuyahoga River, and if you’re lucky one of the huge ships will come through during your meal, always fun to watch.

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I was so excited for the opening of this lovely cafe. The former Vitrolite Tile showroom had such unique elements you’ll see blended into the modern cafe and the food was quite good! 

This all day cafe has Italian-inspired cafe dishes paired with coffee and spritz beverages and includes an aperitivo hour at 4pm that includes some bar snacks that switch up every couple days, a perfect start to your evening or an after work treat.

Check out their website for more details on parking and menu items.

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6 epic and easy views you can see in Rocky Mountai 6 epic and easy views you can see in Rocky Mountain National Park!

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These epic views deliver with minimal effort because sometimes you don’t want to hike a few miles to be rewarded with breathtaking scenes.

📍Alluvial Fan: this spot has a very interesting history you can read about on site, it’s also very relaxing to listen to the rushing waters.

📍Hiking Bear Lake to Nymph Lake & beyond. It’s an easy hike depending on the season. We had partial snow so we rented spikes and poles. The views on the way up are dreamy. You can continue past Nymph to several other lakes if you’re up for it.

📍Sprague Lake is just a 30 minute drive from the park entrance and one of our favorite spots. Epic sunrises nature, and mountains-reflecting-in-water views.

📍Moraine Park is huge and within the National Park boundaries. The views are vast.

📍Driving Trail Ridge Road will take you as far as 12,000 feet above sea level 😳 with many stops along the way, this is a great way to enjoy the park. During winter it’s closed and opens gradually through mid- May once the snow melts enough. 

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