Top 9 things to do in Palm Springs
Guests Favorites
One of the best parts of hosting a vacation home rental in Palm Springs is hearing what our guests loved most about their trip. After hundreds of stays, we’ve collected the top recommendations from visitors who came for the sunshine, mid-century modern vibes, and quirky desert charm. Whether you’re into outdoor adventure, cultural attractions, or just soaking up the retro poolside scene, here are the top 10 things to do in Palm Springs according to people who stayed with us.
- Aerial Tramway
- Guests rave about the rotating tramcar that takes you from desert floor to alpine forest in just 10 minutes. The views are unbeatable, and in summer it’s the coolest way to escape the desert heat. Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
- Tahquitz Canyon Hike
- A favorite for hikers and nature lovers — just minutes from downtown, this two-mile trail leads to a 60-foot waterfall hidden in the desert. Along the way, you’ll see rock art and sacred sites of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. Tahquitz Canyon Hike
- Joshua Tree National Park
- Our guests often take a day trip out to Joshua Tree to experience its otherworldly landscape. Think star-filled skies, giant boulders, and those iconic spiky Joshua trees — a must for photographers and hikers. Joshua Tree National Park
- Our guests often take a day trip out to Joshua Tree to experience its otherworldly landscape. Think star-filled skies, giant boulders, and those iconic spiky Joshua trees — a must for photographers and hikers. Joshua Tree National Park
- Forever Marilyn Statue (picture)
- Downtown Palm Springs’ 26-foot tall statue of Marilyn Monroe has become one of the most photographed spots in town. Guests love the playful, larger-than-life vibe.https://www.ps-resorts.com/for...
- Robo Lights
- This surreal holiday art installation is unlike anything else in Palm Springs. Guests who visited in December described it as “quirky, whimsical, and unforgettable."https://www.facebook.com/ROBOL.
- Village Fest (Every Thursday)
- VillageFest takes place in downtown Palm Springs on Palm Canyon Drive every Thursday night. The street is closed to vehicular traffic and is transformed into a festive, pedestrian street fair. The perimeter of the event consists of Indian Canyon Drive to the east and Belardo Road to the west. Vendor booths are set up on both sides of the street, and visitors are able to stroll through the traffic-free event. Village Fest
- Modernism Week (October & February)
- Every February (and October), Palm Springs comes alive for Modernism Week, a world-famous celebration of mid-century modern architecture, design, art, and culture. Guests love touring iconic homes, attending vintage cocktail parties, and soaking up the retro glamour that makes Palm Springs unforgettable.Modernism Week
- Every February (and October), Palm Springs comes alive for Modernism Week, a world-famous celebration of mid-century modern architecture, design, art, and culture. Guests love touring iconic homes, attending vintage cocktail parties, and soaking up the retro glamour that makes Palm Springs unforgettable.Modernism Week
- Volkswagon Spider
- For something truly offbeat, our guests recommend hunting down the giant spider sculpture made from a Volkswagen Beetle. Volkswagon Spider
- PS Air Museum
- Grab a cocktail at the aviation-themed PS Air Bar, where the décor feels like you’ve stepped onto a vintage Pan Am jet.
- Grab a cocktail at the aviation-themed PS Air Bar, where the décor feels like you’ve stepped onto a vintage Pan Am jet.