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Palm Springs travel guide

Plan a trip to Palm Springs, United States — things to do, where to stay, food, transport, and local tips. Start with Indian Canyons, Palm Springs Art Museum, Palm Springs Air Museum, Agua Caliente Cultural Museum.

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Year-round —

  • Thursdays – Thursday Street Fair, downtown with craft and food booths, and during the spring season live music
  • Saturdays - Farmers Market, 8AM–12:30PM adjacent to the Camelot Theatres at 2300 E. Baristo Road (2 mi (3.2 km) from downtown)

and a Saturday Flea Market in nearby Palm Desert

January–March —

  • Modernism Week
  • Desert Concours d’Elegance
  • Festival of Native Film & Culture
  • Tour de Palm Springs

April–June —

  • Arthur Lyons’ Film Noir Festival
  • Restaurant Week
  • ANA Inspiration – One of the five major championships of women's golf, held at Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage and ending on the first Sunday of April.
  • Girls Weekend (formerly Dinah Shore Weekend) – An annual gathering of lesbians (and those who sympathize with LGBT causes) that coincides with the ANA Inspiration. (The former name of "Dinah Shore Weekend" honors the late entertainer, who founded the golf tournament that once bore her name.)
  • White Party

July–September —

  • Palm Springs International Festival of Short Films
  • 4 July Celebration
  • Cinema Diverse Gay and Lesbian Films

October–December —

  • American Heat Bike Show
  • Exotic Car Show and Auction
  • Greater Palm Springs Pride
  • Festival of Lights Parade
  • Veterans Day Parade
  • Walk of the Inns
  • Tree Lighting Ceremony at Aerial Tramway
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Stays in Palm Springs

Hotellook

Compare hotels and apartments in Palm Springs — neighbourhood vibe, price, and walkability in one search.

  • Stay near a metro line if you plan museum-hopping days.
  • Read recent reviews for noise — central streets can be loud at night.
  • Flexible cancellation helps when flight times shift.
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Flights in Palm Springs

Aviasales

Find flights into Palm Springs and compare fares across airlines in one place.

  • Compare nearby airports — sometimes a short train ride beats a pricey hub.
  • Midweek departures are often cheaper than Friday/Sunday peaks.
  • Set a flexible ±3 day search when your dates can move.
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Experiences in Palm Springs

Klook

Tours, food walks, day trips and city activities around Palm Springs — book ahead and skip the guesswork.

  • Book popular tours early in peak season — small-group slots go first.
  • Day trips often include hotel pickup; check the meeting point.
  • Look for free-cancellation options if the weather looks unstable.
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Tickets in Palm Springs

Tiqets

Skip lines and grab attraction tickets for Palm Springs — museums, landmarks, and city passes.

  • Book popular museums and towers ahead — timed slots sell out on weekends.
  • Mobile tickets are usually scanned at the gate; keep offline screenshots as backup.
  • Combo passes can be cheaper when you plan 2–3 big sights in one day.
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Transfers in Palm Springs

Kiwitaxi

Private airport and city transfers for Palm Springs — fixed price, driver waiting for you.

  • Pre-book airport transfers when landing late or with heavy luggage.
  • Meet-and-greet at arrivals beats hunting taxis after a long flight.
  • Confirm child seats / extra stops when you reserve.
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Cars in Palm Springs

GetRentacar

Rent a car around Palm Springs for day trips and countryside — flexible pickup options.

  • Compare full-to-full fuel policies — they save hassle at return.
  • Check congestion / limited-traffic zones before driving into historic centres.
  • Book early for weekends and holidays; automatic cars go first.
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eSIM in Palm Springs

Yesim

Travel eSIM data for visiting Palm Springs — online as soon as you land, no kiosk queues.

  • Install the eSIM before you fly; activate on landing.
  • Confirm your phone is unlocked and eSIM-compatible.
  • Keep a small local SIM as backup if you need a local number for calls.