Breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains surrounding wide expanses of desert and palm trees. Windmills pepper hillsides near the pass, churning night and day like energy-saving soldiers standing guard. And that's just the beginning...
Palm Springs Aerial Tram
Enjoy spectacular views as you ride straight up Mt. San Jacinto, more than 7,000 feet off the desert floor in about 10 minutes. More scenic views
Joshua Tree National Park
Unspoiled desert, roaming wildlife, natural palm oases, a rockclimbers' paradise and the famed Joshua tree forests await. More nature, parks
The Living Desert
Catch up-close views of meerkats, cheetahs, mountain lions and bighorn sheep in this non-zoo-like living museum. Nearby zoos
Hot Air Balloon Rides
Lift off and see the desert from an exhilerating vantage point.
Palm Springs Art Museum
Revolving special exhibits and an extensive permanent art collection highlight the area's largest museum. More local museums
Casinos & Gaming
It's not Vegas -- yet. But Indian gaming venues are gaining ground fast, building world-class resort hotels and spas to lure upscale gamblers and some of the best entertainers on tour. Local casinos
The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies
Retro, campy, sentimental and just plain fun, the Follies combine nostalgia for Palm Springs' glitzy past and a tribute to WWII, corny movies and lonely GIs at the USO. The cast is all over 50, and the showgirls in the long-legged chorus are sensational. More theater & concert venues
