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Ranked #1 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”A great outing day“ 18/05/2013
- ”Great attraction“ 15/05/2013
Category: Mountains
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Ranked #2 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Whoooa!“ 20/05/2013
- ”Palm Springs tram“ 19/05/2013
Category: Trams; Scenic Railroads
In March, there was still some snow at the top, even though Palm Springs was about 85 degrees. In August when Palm Springs is over 100 degrees, the temperature will be 67- 70... more »
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Ranked #3 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Gorgeous aircraft“ 18/05/2013
- ”These guys are the best“ 17/05/2013
Category: Speciality Museums; History Museums; Educational Sites
The Palm Springs Air Museum is the Home of One of the Nation's Largest Collection of World War II Flying Aircraft diplayed in Modern, Well Lighted, Air Conditioned and Clean... more »
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Ranked #4 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Very very impressive“ 19/05/2013
- ”I didn't get it.“ 19/05/2013
Category: Art Museums
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Located in downtown Palm Springs (with a branch location to open in spring 2012 in Palm Desert, CA), the Palm Springs Art...
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Located in downtown Palm Springs (with a branch location to open in spring 2012 in Palm Desert, CA), the Palm Springs Art Museum offers compelling art exhibitions from national and international artists. The museum’s extensive permanent collection includes significant works by modern and contemporary artists, western, contemporary and glass artists, and features 4-6 temporary exhibitions throughout the year. The museum is open free every Thursday night and the second Sunday of every month. It also offers a range of theatrical and musical performances in its Annenberg Theater. Throughout all these programs, the museum is dedicated to creating memorable and inspiring interactions through educational and cultural opportunities.
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Ranked #5 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”We should have planned better!“ 11/05/2013
- ”Andreas & Murray Canyons - great deser...“ 10/05/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Ancient Ruins; Canyons
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Ranked #6 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Beautiful hiking“ 28/04/2013
- ”Really a special place“ 25/04/2013
Category: Deserts; Canyons
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Ranked #7 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Great Venue“ 19/05/2013
- ”Good physicaTheatre.“ 05/05/2013
Category: Theatres
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An intimate 440-seat theater that is located in the Palm Springs Desert Museum features cutting-edge lighting and sound...
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An intimate 440-seat theater that is located in the Palm Springs Desert Museum features cutting-edge lighting and sound facilities.
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Ranked #8 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Great experience“ 20/05/2013
- ”Palm Springs“ 30/04/2013
Category: Canyons; Deserts; Hiking Trails; Parks
There are several great hikes and trails and a Trading Post within the Agua Calient Indian Canyons, including the most popular Palm Canyon Trail. To get there, take Palm Canyon... more »
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Ranked #9 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Palm Springs follies“ 19/05/2013
- ”Leslie Gore was a hit“ 18/05/2013
Category: Performances
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The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies features the music and dance of the 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s with a cast old enough to have...
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The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies features the music and dance of the 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s with a cast old enough to have lived it. Celebrated guest stars and international vaudeville acts join the Follies’ world-renowned line of Long-Legged Lovelies and Follies Gentlemen.
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Ranked #10 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Truly an Oasis in the Middle of the De...“ 14/05/2013
- ”Geology, Ecology and a Trip Back in Ti...“ 07/05/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Deserts
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Formed by a system of sand dunes, this 20,000-acre sanctuary is home to several species of rare wildlife and a number of palm...
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Formed by a system of sand dunes, this 20,000-acre sanctuary is home to several species of rare wildlife and a number of palm oases.
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Ranked #11 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Very nice“ 13/05/2013
- ”Great restaurant“ 02/05/2013
Category: Golf Courses
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Ranked #12 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Day or Night“ 08/05/2013
- ”Great Window Shopping“ 05/05/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Canyons; Hiking Trails; Deserts
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Ranked #13 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Nice outing“ 19/05/2013
- ”Nice surprise.“ 18/05/2013
Category: Canyons
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Ranked #14 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Fun and Informative... a must for all...“ 16/05/2013
- ”The King“ 10/05/2013
Category: Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #15 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Beautiful“ 08/04/2013
- ”Spectacular National Monument“ 24/02/2013
Category: Mountains
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Ranked #16 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Great Golf Experience“ 24/04/2013
- ”Gorgeous golf course!“ 14/04/2013
Category: Golf Courses
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18-hole, par 72 Nicklaus design, rated #6 public course in California by PGATOUR online. Wide fairways, great views, highly...
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18-hole, par 72 Nicklaus design, rated #6 public course in California by PGATOUR online. Wide fairways, great views, highly acclaimed cuisine, ultra-cool mid-century modern clubhouse. Open to the public for golf, breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.
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Ranked #17 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Lots of Great Reptile Habitat“ 20/05/2013
- ”Excellent hike“ 16/04/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Located in the Indian Canyons, this trail passes some uniquely amazing desert vegetation, such as the yellow creosote...
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Located in the Indian Canyons, this trail passes some uniquely amazing desert vegetation, such as the yellow creosote flowers.
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Ranked #18 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Fun to check out on Thursday night!“ 16/05/2013
- ”Pleasant Evening“ 16/05/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Flea/ Street Markets
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The place to meet new friends is at this old-fashioned street fair with sidewalk performers, musicians, farmer's market,...
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The place to meet new friends is at this old-fashioned street fair with sidewalk performers, musicians, farmer's market, gifts and lots of food.
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Ranked #19 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Great Place for the Kids“ 05/05/2013
- ”A great respite from relaxation“ 18/04/2013
Category: Parks
City park that offers public tennis courts and free classes to visitors.
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Ranked #20 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Nice venue your experience will be dic...“ 15/05/2013
- ”Very Impressive“ 13/05/2013
Category: Convention Centres
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The Palm Springs Convention Center is a 261,000 square foot facility that includes up to 112,000 square feet of exhibit...
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The Palm Springs Convention Center is a 261,000 square foot facility that includes up to 112,000 square feet of exhibit space, 19 total breakout rooms of various sizes, including a 20,000 square foot ballroom. The Renaissance Hotel is adjacent to the Convention Center offering meetings all under one roof. Over 1,600 guest rooms and Palm Springs International Airport are in close proximity to the Palm Springs Convention Center and downtown Palm Springs.Meet in Palm Springs, California and discover over $200 million dollars in new hotels and hotel renovations offering a redefined meeting experience in Palm Springs. Transformed hotels include the 410-room Renaissance Palm Springs (formerly Wyndham) attached to Palm Springs Convention Center, Hyatt Regency Suites, Riviera Resort & Spa, Ace Hotel and Swim Club, and the new Saguaro Palm Springs. Renovated properties also include Spa Resort Casino, Courtyard Marriott, and the Hilton Palm springs is undergoing a multi-million dollar renovation expected to be completed in December 2012.
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Ranked #21 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”WOW- is all I can say.“ 23/04/2013
- ”Very nice, but beware of car breakins“ 14/04/2013
Category: Canyons
A variety of colors paint the rocks here, giving this unique location its name.
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Ranked #22 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Worth the 95 cent admission“ 28/03/2013
- ”interesting, but go in with the view t...“ 03/03/2013
Category: Speciality Museums
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A re-creation of a general store during the 1930s and early 1940s, this unique museum displays the original fixtures,...
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A re-creation of a general store during the 1930s and early 1940s, this unique museum displays the original fixtures, hardware, medicines and products of that period.
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Ranked #23 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Best movie theatre in the valley“ 16/05/2013
- ”A Palm Springs Treasure!“ 22/04/2013
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #24 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Hiking with Friends“ 25/04/2013
- ”4.4 miles of terror!“ 27/02/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
The creosote bush is one of the interesting desert plants to find as you explore this part of the California desert.
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Ranked #25 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Great family fun“ 16/05/2013
- ”Amazing horseback riding in the desert...“ 11/05/2013
Category: Horseback Riding Stables
Horseback Ride Into Beauty. Learn a Lot of History Too. Get to Know the Desert First Hand. www.smoketreesta... 760-327-1372 Experience a Few Quaint Hours of Getting Away from... more »
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Ranked #26 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Indian Canyon's Hiking Trails“ 13/05/2013
- ”Can't get enough of this place“ 02/04/2013
Category: Hiking Trails
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Ranked #27 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Well worth your time“ 27/04/2013
- ”Palm Springs Gem!“ 20/05/2012
Category: Tours
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This is a 90 minute Historical Tour featuring the history of Palm Springs , high on the hillside above the Desert Art Museum....
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This is a 90 minute Historical Tour featuring the history of Palm Springs , high on the hillside above the Desert Art Museum. The house built in 1925, meticulously restored, features the finest collection of mission style furnishings, including rare tiles, pottery & Early California Furniture.This property is owned by The Willows Historic Palm Springs Inn
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Ranked #28 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Great little gym“ 07/05/2013
- ”Best gym in Palm Springs“ 20/04/2013
Category: Health Clubs
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WorkOUT Gym in Palm Springs is now officially open as of December 1, 2011. WorkOUT is a gay gym, mostly for guys, but they do...
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WorkOUT Gym in Palm Springs is now officially open as of December 1, 2011. WorkOUT is a gay gym, mostly for guys, but they do allow anyone over 18. WorkOUT is a No-Contract gym with very reasonable rates, and day & weekend passes for visitors.
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Ranked #29 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”A nice inexpensive short break a short...“ 07/04/2013
- ”Great variety of cacti, could use a bi...“ 27/03/2013
Category: Gardens
Visitors are fascinated by this huge collection of cacti and flowers amid scenic nature trails.
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Ranked #30 of 63 attractions in Palm Springs
- ”Great lake to spend some time on a sun...“ 24/09/2012
- ”Great little lake“ 17/09/2012
Category: Bodies of Water
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Located one hour from Palm Springs, this scenic lake at an elevation of 4,500 feet offers overnight camping, hiking, fishing...
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Located one hour from Palm Springs, this scenic lake at an elevation of 4,500 feet offers overnight camping, hiking, fishing and boating.
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