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Palm Springs
Things to Do and See in Palm Springs
Palm Springs is a dessert city in California. It became a popular tourist resort in the 1900’s after it was discovered that there was springs and palm trees in the middle of a dry and arid dessert.
Now Palm Springs is a tourist hit for anyone who enjoys golfing, horseback riding, hiking and gaming. The area is serviced by a very good public bus transport system that can get you to anywhere you want to go and you aren’t too far from Las Vegas, if you want to add a bit of spice to your trip.
The Children’s Discovery Museum is enjoyed by children and adult’s alike offering a hands-on learning experience that is guaranteed to have them loving every minute of their day or enjoy a peaceful day at the Joshua Tree National Park. The Moorten Botanical Gardens are also a big attraction for families, enabling them to enjoy a day in the sun or picnic in the lush gardens.
An attraction that cannot be missed is the Aerial Tramway, where you can enjoy magnificent views from a high altitude or the San Jacinto State Park another ideal picnic location.
The Indian Canyons is something everyone should see and will be an experience you will remember for a long time to come.
If it’s culture you’re after, there is no shortage in Palm Springs from the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum and the Coachella Valley History Museum to the interesting Palm Springs Air Museum.
Theatrical productions can be enjoyed on a night out at the McCallum Theatre from September to June and the Plaza Theatre or have a night of dancing and fun at Zelda’s Nightclub, which consists of two dance floors both playing music from the 1970’s up to today’s latest hits.
The Cary Grant Estate is a 1920’s estate with 1.5 acres of views and gardens, an ideal day out for the family to enjoy the history and gardens this home has to offer.
Palm Springs is known as a gaming center and you will not be disappointed by visiting the Fantasy Springs Resort Casino. Try your hand at black jack, slots, roulette and more and hopefully come away with some extra spending cash.
The Marriot’s Shadow Ridge Golf Club is one of the many golf clubs to choose from in the area and while the men are teeing off the ladies can enjoy a day at El Paseo Shopping Centre, lined with shops and boutiques to keep you busy for hours.
Palm Springs wouldn’t be the same without the Palm Springs Follies and anyone you speak to who has holidayed here will tell you this is a must see during your vacation.
The Ace Hotel and Swim Club offers room with balconies close to the airport and Moorten Botanical Gardens. It offers a full health spa, restaurant, bar, health club, fitness facility and children’s pool. Conveniently located this is a great deal when visiting Palm Springs.
If you are travelling on a strict budget, you may want to try the Royal Sun Inn. This two star hotel is situated close to the Plaza Theatre and the Palm Springs Art Museum. It has an outdoor pool and fitness facility and the rooms have balconies, refrigerators and microwaves.
If you are looking for a luxurious stay at an affordable price, then why not try the Colony Palms Hotel? This four star hotel offers a restaurant, lounge bar, outdoor pool and steam room. It also has a full service health spa on site and is located close to the Moorten Botanical Gardens and Palm Springs Art Museum.
Palm Springs can be visited on a shoe-string budget, there are so many choices when it comes to hotels from two star comforts to four star luxury and they are all affordably priced.
