THINGS TO DO IN PALM DESERT
One of the most exciting places to visit in Palm Desert is the fantastic Zoo and gardens of The Living Desert. The beautiful botanical garden and the pristine zoo is fun for people of all ages! You'll see wildlife from all across North America and a beautiful African wildlife section as well. Watch the Zebras, Giraffes, Tigers, Cougars, Leopards, and ride the camels. There are animal shows from all types of exotic species, miles of hiking trails, a Discovery Center, and even a train exhibit. You don't have to travel far to see the fantastic sights and sounds of an African Safari at The Living Desert in Palm Desert.
Some of the most elegant buildings and trendy clothing stores in the Coachella Valley are found in the heart of Palm Desert at the El Paseo Shopping Center just a short jaunt off HWY 111. The main attraction of this area is centered around over a hundred of the area's top-notch restaurants with modest dinner deals at affordable prices, pubs with happy hour(s), stores, boutique shops, fabulous landscaping displays, and modern and contemporary art displays. The famous El Paseo street has cruise nights and jazz concerts as well. With a laid-back vibe and relaxing feel, a slice of Beverly Hills has been replicated and well planned out in Palm Desert on El Paseo. Be sure to put this on your list because you will not want to miss out on this experience.
Getting up early in the morning and taking advantage of cooler weather is perfect for outdoor adventures and hiking, and if this is your idea of an exciting excursion, you'll be amazed at the sights and surroundings of Bump and Grind Trail! Make sure you pack a gallon of water for the hike because after the sun is up for a while, you'll need it. The mouth of this great hike starts behind the Target off of HWY111 in Palm Desert. Wear appropriate hiking apparel and get started early to watch the beautiful sunrise from this location!
Shopping can become boring sometimes, and if you're on a budget it can be a bummer, but not at the local College of the Desert Street Fair! There are more than 300 vendors at this local flea market, and they flock to the street every Saturday and Sunday. You'll come across thousands of trinkets and whatnots, hundreds of different metal art, and a fantastic variety of flavors of ethnic foods that everyone craves. Visit the C.O.D. Street Fair for a fun day of rummaging.
Need to beat the heat? It's always hot out here in Palm Desert. Of course, you need to beat the heat. Get out and visit Palm Desert Aquatic Center to stay cool while basking in the sunshine. Get all your water time in with the water slides, exercising lap lanes, and relaxing in the main part of the beautiful pool. You'll have to plan the trip to the pool because it's not on the normal heavy traveled roads. This outdoor swimming facility is fun for people of all ages. Bring your toddlers and enjoy the kiddie pool section, or come out for fun and exercise on the diving boards. Beat the heat and have some fun!
Ever gaze in amazement at the tallest mountain in the valley? Be sure to spend an afternoon learning about the magnificent mountain at the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Visitor Center located just off Highway 74 in Palm Desert. You'll learn all about the tallest summit in the Coachella Valley area. At just under 11,000ft elevation, you can visit the summit's visitor center that has a stunning view of the entire Coachella Valley. Whether you hike your way up from the valley floor or take the back way in from Idyllwild, you'll learn virtually everything there is to know about the San Jacinto Mountains. The Band of Cahuilla Indians known as The Agua Caliente, Bureau of Land Management (BLM), US Forestry Service, Local and State Governments all pitched in to erect a monument on October 24th, 2000. Learn about the area by taking classroom programs, participating in projects, and reading up on the various wildlife animals at the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Visitor Center in Palm Desert.
Stop in at the Palm Desert Visitor Center for a comprehensive overview of area activities for the traveling tourist or the Palm Desert native. There's plenty of hiking trail maps, brochures, answers to questions about the area, and hours with directions to popular attractions in the area. You can even find information that'll direct you through the popular surrounding areas like the Joshua Tree National Park hiking trails.
On a super tight budget, but you're looking to entertain guests? For the super low price of nothing, you should take a short drive up HWY111 to the Palm Springs Art Museum. This air-conditioned indoor facility will slow down the pace of everyday life. You'll learn all about the Coachella Valley resident history, some of the more famous people that took up roots in the area, and both local and national artists with featured photography of Coachella Valley's beautiful desert surroundings. Be sure to see the artistic sculptures found just outside the building on your way in or out.
Some of the most elegant buildings and trendy clothing stores in the Coachella Valley are found in the heart of Palm Desert at the El Paseo Shopping Center just a short jaunt off HWY 111. The main attraction of this area is centered around over a hundred of the area's top-notch restaurants with modest dinner deals at affordable prices, pubs with happy hour(s), stores, boutique shops, fabulous landscaping displays, and modern and contemporary art displays. The famous El Paseo street has cruise nights and jazz concerts as well. With a laid-back vibe and relaxing feel, a slice of Beverly Hills has been replicated and well planned out in Palm Desert on El Paseo. Be sure to put this on your list because you will not want to miss out on this experience.
Getting up early in the morning and taking advantage of cooler weather is perfect for outdoor adventures and hiking, and if this is your idea of an exciting excursion, you'll be amazed at the sights and surroundings of Bump and Grind Trail! Make sure you pack a gallon of water for the hike because after the sun is up for a while, you'll need it. The mouth of this great hike starts behind the Target off of HWY111 in Palm Desert. Wear appropriate hiking apparel and get started early to watch the beautiful sunrise from this location!
Shopping can become boring sometimes, and if you're on a budget it can be a bummer, but not at the local College of the Desert Street Fair! There are more than 300 vendors at this local flea market, and they flock to the street every Saturday and Sunday. You'll come across thousands of trinkets and whatnots, hundreds of different metal art, and a fantastic variety of flavors of ethnic foods that everyone craves. Visit the C.O.D. Street Fair for a fun day of rummaging.
Need to beat the heat? It's always hot out here in Palm Desert. Of course, you need to beat the heat. Get out and visit Palm Desert Aquatic Center to stay cool while basking in the sunshine. Get all your water time in with the water slides, exercising lap lanes, and relaxing in the main part of the beautiful pool. You'll have to plan the trip to the pool because it's not on the normal heavy traveled roads. This outdoor swimming facility is fun for people of all ages. Bring your toddlers and enjoy the kiddie pool section, or come out for fun and exercise on the diving boards. Beat the heat and have some fun!
Ever gaze in amazement at the tallest mountain in the valley? Be sure to spend an afternoon learning about the magnificent mountain at the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Visitor Center located just off Highway 74 in Palm Desert. You'll learn all about the tallest summit in the Coachella Valley area. At just under 11,000ft elevation, you can visit the summit's visitor center that has a stunning view of the entire Coachella Valley. Whether you hike your way up from the valley floor or take the back way in from Idyllwild, you'll learn virtually everything there is to know about the San Jacinto Mountains. The Band of Cahuilla Indians known as The Agua Caliente, Bureau of Land Management (BLM), US Forestry Service, Local and State Governments all pitched in to erect a monument on October 24th, 2000. Learn about the area by taking classroom programs, participating in projects, and reading up on the various wildlife animals at the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Visitor Center in Palm Desert.
Stop in at the Palm Desert Visitor Center for a comprehensive overview of area activities for the traveling tourist or the Palm Desert native. There's plenty of hiking trail maps, brochures, answers to questions about the area, and hours with directions to popular attractions in the area. You can even find information that'll direct you through the popular surrounding areas like the Joshua Tree National Park hiking trails.
On a super tight budget, but you're looking to entertain guests? For the super low price of nothing, you should take a short drive up HWY111 to the Palm Springs Art Museum. This air-conditioned indoor facility will slow down the pace of everyday life. You'll learn all about the Coachella Valley resident history, some of the more famous people that took up roots in the area, and both local and national artists with featured photography of Coachella Valley's beautiful desert surroundings. Be sure to see the artistic sculptures found just outside the building on your way in or out.
