Guidebook for Palm Springs
Food & Drinks
This is a list of some of our favorite places to grab food and drinks in Palm Springs.
Small hidden bar behind a curtain at Mr. Lyons. Great craft cocktails, great bartenders and great crowd. 21+
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Seymour's
233 E Palm Canyon DrSmall hidden bar behind a curtain at Mr. Lyons. Great craft cocktails, great bartenders and great crowd. 21+
Small tiki bar located behind Ernest Coffee off Palm Canyon. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Bootlegger is small and frequented by locals and tourists, there is a wait sometimes but it's worth it and usually takes no more than 5-10 min for 2 people.
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Bootlegger Tiki
1101 N Palm Canyon DrSmall tiki bar located behind Ernest Coffee off Palm Canyon. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Bootlegger is small and frequented by locals and tourists, there is a wait sometimes but it's worth it and usually takes no more than 5-10 min for 2 people.
Tiki bar with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking Palm Canyon. The bartenders always have good recommendations for travelers. They also serve food. 21+
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The Tonga Hut Restaurant and Tiki Bar
254 N Palm Canyon DrTiki bar with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking Palm Canyon. The bartenders always have good recommendations for travelers. They also serve food. 21+
The Window Bar is located in the lobby at the new Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs. Great martini's and whiskeys to choose from in a chill environment with bar seating and lounge area...AND it's pet friendly!! They have a good happy hour Sun-Thurs 5-7PM
Window Bar
100 W Tahquitz Canyon WayThe Window Bar is located in the lobby at the new Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs. Great martini's and whiskeys to choose from in a chill environment with bar seating and lounge area...AND it's pet friendly!! They have a good happy hour Sun-Thurs 5-7PM
Located in the newly renovated Villa Royale, the Del Rey is a romantic little spot tucked away in the courtyard behind the pool. They offer up Mediterranean inspired dishes and great cocktails. Happy hour runs 4-6 and 10pm-close. They are open from 4pm-midnight.
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Del Rey at Villa Royale
1620 S Indian TrailLocated in the newly renovated Villa Royale, the Del Rey is a romantic little spot tucked away in the courtyard behind the pool. They offer up Mediterranean inspired dishes and great cocktails. Happy hour runs 4-6 and 10pm-close. They are open from 4pm-midnight.
This is an iconic stop in Palm Springs either for drinks in their piano lounge or full dinner in their dining room. It will give you all the Sinatra feels. Admittedly, I haven't been since it underwent a remodel so if you check it out you will have to let me know how it was!
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Melvyn's Restaurant & Lounge
200 W Ramon RdThis is an iconic stop in Palm Springs either for drinks in their piano lounge or full dinner in their dining room. It will give you all the Sinatra feels. Admittedly, I haven't been since it underwent a remodel so if you check it out you will have to let me know how it was!
You have a few options depending on your mood when visiting Mr. Lyon's. They have a formal dining room (white table cloths, large booths) where you can make reservation ahead of time. If you are feeling more casual, they have a bar lounge area that is first come first serve. We prefer to keep it casual and sit in the bar lounge. Pro tip: they serve the full menu in the bar lounge, as well as the lounge menu.
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Mr. Lyons
233 E Palm Canyon DrYou have a few options depending on your mood when visiting Mr. Lyon's. They have a formal dining room (white table cloths, large booths) where you can make reservation ahead of time. If you are feeling more casual, they have a bar lounge area that is first come first serve. We prefer to keep it casual and sit in the bar lounge. Pro tip: they serve the full menu in the bar lounge, as well as the lounge menu.
Sightseeing
Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway
1350 Ladera CirThe Lowdown: A star in its own right, this architectural darling is one of the most famous houses in the desert, if not one of the most lauded in the United States. Built in 1946 and designed by master architect Richard Neutra, its handsome, abstract modern design drew attention when Pittsburgh department store titan Edgar J. Kaufmann used it as a vacation hot spot. But it was Grammy winner Barry Manilow who kept the house’s celebrity soaring when he purchased it as his first Palm Springs residence in the early ’70s. Resting on more than 2.5 acres, the house certainly has character: five bedrooms, six bathrooms, a pool, pool house (actually a “viewing pavilion” for the main structure), tenn
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Kaufmann House
470 West Vista Chino The Lowdown: A star in its own right, this architectural darling is one of the most famous houses in the desert, if not one of the most lauded in the United States. Built in 1946 and designed by master architect Richard Neutra, its handsome, abstract modern design drew attention when Pittsburgh department store titan Edgar J. Kaufmann used it as a vacation hot spot. But it was Grammy winner Barry Manilow who kept the house’s celebrity soaring when he purchased it as his first Palm Springs residence in the early ’70s. Resting on more than 2.5 acres, the house certainly has character: five bedrooms, six bathrooms, a pool, pool house (actually a “viewing pavilion” for the main structure), tenn
They rent this house out as a vaction rental, private parties and private tours but you can drive by it for free! With eight buildings on the property, which sits at the base of Tamarisk Country Club, we expected nothing less. The main house, where Sinatra lived between 1954 and 1995, is said to be nearly 8,000 square feet. Guest quarters chime in at 4,500 square feet. Trains big and small — a fascination of Sinatra’s — appear in and outside of the main house. An orange railway car at the side of the main house — a rectangular Mecca inside — includes a waiting room, barber salon, and sauna.
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The number of celebrity portraits commissioned by Sinatra that still hang on the walls. Among them: Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Ronald Reagan, Eva Gabor, & Jayne Mansfield
Frank Sinatra Drive
Frank Sinatra DriveThey rent this house out as a vaction rental, private parties and private tours but you can drive by it for free! With eight buildings on the property, which sits at the base of Tamarisk Country Club, we expected nothing less. The main house, where Sinatra lived between 1954 and 1995, is said to be nearly 8,000 square feet. Guest quarters chime in at 4,500 square feet. Trains big and small — a fascination of Sinatra’s — appear in and outside of the main house. An orange railway car at the side of the main house — a rectangular Mecca inside — includes a waiting room, barber salon, and sauna.
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The number of celebrity portraits commissioned by Sinatra that still hang on the walls. Among them: Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Ronald Reagan, Eva Gabor, & Jayne Mansfield
Dean Martin's House
The Lowdown: Martin was said to be one of the last to have purchased a midcentury modern jewel from the father-and-son architecture pioneers George and Robert Alexander, who died with other family members in a plane crash in 1965. Martin purchased the house for $56,000 and luxuriated there with his second wife, Jeanne, in the ’60s and ’70s. (She is still sighted here on occasion.) The tan-and-white motif, coupled with several lush palms and boulders, add to the stellar and memorable modern design.
1123 N Via Monte Vista
1123 North Via Monte VistaDean Martin's House
The Lowdown: Martin was said to be one of the last to have purchased a midcentury modern jewel from the father-and-son architecture pioneers George and Robert Alexander, who died with other family members in a plane crash in 1965. Martin purchased the house for $56,000 and luxuriated there with his second wife, Jeanne, in the ’60s and ’70s. (She is still sighted here on occasion.) The tan-and-white motif, coupled with several lush palms and boulders, add to the stellar and memorable modern design.
Large, quirky yard with sculpture & light displays combining sci-fi & holiday themes. Totally worth seeing even if you just walk around the parameter and you don't do the walking tour. It is only open to the public during certain times of the year (Christmas). Christmas is when it is fully lit and truly at it's full potential. Still totally worth the drive by anytime of the year though! There is a lot of history behind Robolights, google it if you are into quirky artists and the stories surrounding their art. https://www.facebook.com/ROBOLIGHTS/
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Robolights
1077 E Granvia ValmonteLarge, quirky yard with sculpture & light displays combining sci-fi & holiday themes. Totally worth seeing even if you just walk around the parameter and you don't do the walking tour. It is only open to the public during certain times of the year (Christmas). Christmas is when it is fully lit and truly at it's full potential. Still totally worth the drive by anytime of the year though! There is a lot of history behind Robolights, google it if you are into quirky artists and the stories surrounding their art. https://www.facebook.com/ROBOLIGHTS/
This is a quintessential California roadside attraction on the way into Palm Springs. It's free to stop for a photo op or $10 for full admission.
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Cabazon Dinosaurs
This is a quintessential California roadside attraction on the way into Palm Springs. It's free to stop for a photo op or $10 for full admission.
Palm Springs Visitors Center is at the North end of town as Hwy 111 turns into Palm Canyon. It is at the bottom of the entrance to the Palm Springs Aerial Tram. The visitor center is an old gas station building. It is a prime example of modernist architecture. Stop by and take your picture with the iconic Palm Springs sign and San Jacinto Mountains backdrop!
http://www.visitpalmsprings.com/
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Palm Springs Visitor Center
2901 N Palm Canyon DrPalm Springs Visitors Center is at the North end of town as Hwy 111 turns into Palm Canyon. It is at the bottom of the entrance to the Palm Springs Aerial Tram. The visitor center is an old gas station building. It is a prime example of modernist architecture. Stop by and take your picture with the iconic Palm Springs sign and San Jacinto Mountains backdrop!
http://www.visitpalmsprings.com/
This is an interesting little western town. It's an old movie set that was purchased and revamped into a destination. Stop by and grab a beer, a bite to eat and listen to a local band at Pappy + Harriets. They are closed on Tues-Weds. Check their events calendar, when big acts stop by tickets sell out. Sun-Mon nights are the house band and open mic and they are free.
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Pioneertown
53688 Pioneertown RdThis is an interesting little western town. It's an old movie set that was purchased and revamped into a destination. Stop by and grab a beer, a bite to eat and listen to a local band at Pappy + Harriets. They are closed on Tues-Weds. Check their events calendar, when big acts stop by tickets sell out. Sun-Mon nights are the house band and open mic and they are free.
Groceries
This is the closest grocery store, it's about a 5 minute drive. They have great produce section, great deli and extensive wine and beer selection.
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Albertsons
1751 N Sunrise Way This is the closest grocery store, it's about a 5 minute drive. They have great produce section, great deli and extensive wine and beer selection.
This is within walking distance with a large selection of beer, wine and alcohol. Wine is kind of hidden in the back of the store up the ramp. This is a good place to purchase ice if needed.
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MIRAGE WINE & LIQUOR
2781 N Palm Canyon Dr This is within walking distance with a large selection of beer, wine and alcohol. Wine is kind of hidden in the back of the store up the ramp. This is a good place to purchase ice if needed.
7-Eleven
2493 N Palm Canyon DrBevMo!
333 S Palm Canyon DrIf you are headed to Palm Springs on Hwy 60 this is a GREAT little fruit stand and general store. I buy a lot of my produce, nuts, trail mix, oats, and dry goods (oatmeal, flax) here because the prices are so reasonible even for the organic options. Plus it just feels right supporting a family owned business that has been roadside in Beaumont for 60+ years. http://dowlingfruitorchard.webstarts.com/
Dowling Fruit Orchard
38021 California 60If you are headed to Palm Springs on Hwy 60 this is a GREAT little fruit stand and general store. I buy a lot of my produce, nuts, trail mix, oats, and dry goods (oatmeal, flax) here because the prices are so reasonible even for the organic options. Plus it just feels right supporting a family owned business that has been roadside in Beaumont for 60+ years. http://dowlingfruitorchard.webstarts.com/
If you are headed into Palm Springs on Hwy 10 Hadleys Flagship store is worth the visit. You can visit Hadley's and the Cabazon Dinosaurs in one go. Hadley's is another roadside institution offering dried fruits, nuts, wine, honey, vitamins, trail mix and gift items, fresh fruit, home-baked bread, sandwiches and healthy pizzas. They seem to be well known for their date shakes although I have not tried one yet. If you fall in love with a product there and you miss it after your visit, they offer online ordering. https://www.hadleyfruitorchards.com/
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Hadley Fruit Orchards
47993 Morongo TrailIf you are headed into Palm Springs on Hwy 10 Hadleys Flagship store is worth the visit. You can visit Hadley's and the Cabazon Dinosaurs in one go. Hadley's is another roadside institution offering dried fruits, nuts, wine, honey, vitamins, trail mix and gift items, fresh fruit, home-baked bread, sandwiches and healthy pizzas. They seem to be well known for their date shakes although I have not tried one yet. If you fall in love with a product there and you miss it after your visit, they offer online ordering. https://www.hadleyfruitorchards.com/
Trader Joe's
67720 E Palm Canyon DrArts & Culture
Palm Springs Museum Trail
101 N Museum DrPalm Springs Air Museum
lot 745 N Gene Autry TrailParks & Nature
Tahquitz Falls
http://www.tahquitzcanyon.com/tahquitz_canyon
http://www.tahquitzcanyon.com/tahquitz_canyon
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Agua Caliente Tahquitz Visitor Center
500 W Mesquite Ave http://www.tahquitzcanyon.com/tahquitz_canyon
Indian Canyons
38520 South Palm Canyon Drivehttp://www.indian-canyons.com/indian_canyons
https://www.pstramway.com/
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway—the world’s largest rotating tram car—travels over two-and-one-half miles along the breathtaking cliffs of Chino Canyon, transporting riders to the pristine wilderness of the Mt. San Jacinto State Park. During your approximately ten-minute journey, tram cars rotate slowly, offering picturesque and spectacular vistas of the valley floor below. Once you reach the Mountain Station—elevation 8,516 feet—enjoy two restaurants, observation decks, natural history museum, two documentary theaters, gift shop and over 50 miles of hiking trails. $25.95 roundtrip for adults. Take the tip up and grab a drink, it's totally worth it!
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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
1 Tram Wayhttps://www.pstramway.com/
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway—the world’s largest rotating tram car—travels over two-and-one-half miles along the breathtaking cliffs of Chino Canyon, transporting riders to the pristine wilderness of the Mt. San Jacinto State Park. During your approximately ten-minute journey, tram cars rotate slowly, offering picturesque and spectacular vistas of the valley floor below. Once you reach the Mountain Station—elevation 8,516 feet—enjoy two restaurants, observation decks, natural history museum, two documentary theaters, gift shop and over 50 miles of hiking trails. $25.95 roundtrip for adults. Take the tip up and grab a drink, it's totally worth it!
Joshua Tree National Park is very much worth the trip from Palm Springs. The park is absolutely breathtaking and offers many hiking trails, rock climbing, camping, wildlife and photography ops. After a day in the park stop at the Joshua Tree Saloon and enjoy lunch and a beverage on their patio.
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Nationaal Park Joshua Tree
Joshua Tree National Park is very much worth the trip from Palm Springs. The park is absolutely breathtaking and offers many hiking trails, rock climbing, camping, wildlife and photography ops. After a day in the park stop at the Joshua Tree Saloon and enjoy lunch and a beverage on their patio.
The Living Desert was established in 1970 by several trustees of the Palm Springs Desert Museum who foresaw the impact that resort development would have on their local desert ecosystem. This foresight led to an interpretive nature trail and preserve in Palm Desert.
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The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
47900 Portola AveThe Living Desert was established in 1970 by several trustees of the Palm Springs Desert Museum who foresaw the impact that resort development would have on their local desert ecosystem. This foresight led to an interpretive nature trail and preserve in Palm Desert.
Moorten Botanical Garden
1701 S Palm Canyon DrShopping & Souvenirs
http://www.theshopsat1345.com/
Experience A Collective Of Luxurious Shops, All In An Iconic E. Stewart Williams Designed Building. A great place for unique home decor, clothes, jewelry, pottery, furniture and other products from local artists and vendors. This is a must stop shopping destination when visiting!
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The Shops At Thirteen Forty Five
1345 N Palm Canyon Drhttp://www.theshopsat1345.com/
Experience A Collective Of Luxurious Shops, All In An Iconic E. Stewart Williams Designed Building. A great place for unique home decor, clothes, jewelry, pottery, furniture and other products from local artists and vendors. This is a must stop shopping destination when visiting!
http://www.destinationpsp.com/
Great place for mid century modern decorative items, barware and souvenirs.
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Destination PSP
170 North Palm Canyon Drivehttp://www.destinationpsp.com/
Great place for mid century modern decorative items, barware and souvenirs.
Great place for gifts, books, and fun household items.
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Just Fabulous Palm Springs
515 N Palm Canyon DrGreat place for gifts, books, and fun household items.
west elm
201 N Palm Canyon DrPerfect for Palm Springs swim attire and accessories for men and women.
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Trina Turk | Mr Turk | Palm Springs Boutique
891 N Palm Canyon DrPerfect for Palm Springs swim attire and accessories for men and women.
Christopher Kennedy Inc
707 N Palm Canyon DrA go to for Mid Century Modern furnishings and decor.
Thick As Thieves was started by Jeremy Smick and Samantha Caltagirone, a husband and wife team who packed up everything they owned and moved from the Midwest to beautiful Palm Springs, California to open their first brick and mortar boutique store in early 2017. With a little budget and a lot of creativity, the duo created a highly curated shop of handmade goods, gifts, clothing, oddities and unique finds that blend industrial, primitive, modern and global styles. In December 2019, their store was named 1 of 50 Best Home Stores in America by House Beautiful Magazine. They’ve also been honored to be included in Goop’s Travel Guide as Best Shops in Palm Springs, California.
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Thick As Thieves
183 S Indian Canyon DrThick As Thieves was started by Jeremy Smick and Samantha Caltagirone, a husband and wife team who packed up everything they owned and moved from the Midwest to beautiful Palm Springs, California to open their first brick and mortar boutique store in early 2017. With a little budget and a lot of creativity, the duo created a highly curated shop of handmade goods, gifts, clothing, oddities and unique finds that blend industrial, primitive, modern and global styles. In December 2019, their store was named 1 of 50 Best Home Stores in America by House Beautiful Magazine. They’ve also been honored to be included in Goop’s Travel Guide as Best Shops in Palm Springs, California.
Palm Springs Vintage Market
2300 E Baristo RdEntertainment & Activities
https://www.regmovies.com/theaters/regal-palm-springs-stadium-9/C00279875388
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Regal Cinemas Palm Springs Stadium 9
789 E Tahquitz Canyon Way https://www.regmovies.com/theaters/regal-palm-springs-stadium-9/C00279875388
This is my favorite place in PS for massage, body work and facials. They offer a long list of services in the most zen environment. For a small fee, they will come to the condo where you can get a massage inside or on the patio! goundedbodyworks.com
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Grounded Bodyworks
1701 N Palm Canyon DrThis is my favorite place in PS for massage, body work and facials. They offer a long list of services in the most zen environment. For a small fee, they will come to the condo where you can get a massage inside or on the patio! goundedbodyworks.com