Palm Desert Attractions. Your Ticket to Fun.

You don’t have to break the bank to stay busy in Palm Desert. In fact, you’ll find plenty of attractions in this sun-filled paradise that cost just a few dollars – or are even free. Check out some of our favorite Palm Desert attractions for every traveler.

Family-Friendly Fun

For just a few dollars, take the family to one of Palm Desert’s wildest attractions, the Living Desert Zoo & Gardens. With exhibits ranging from Gecko Gulch to Wildlife Wonders, you’re sure to find plenty of excitement.

The entire family will also love the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, offering "360° of Wow" as rotating tramcars whisk you 8,516 feet in the air to the Mountain Station.

Kids and adults alike will be fascinated by the Palm Springs Air Museum, featuring an up-close look at legendary World War II aircraft.

For even more fun with the kids – or just the kid in you – try out the Knott’s Soak City Water Park in nearby Palm Springs  or the Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert in Rancho Mirage.

Cultural Connections

Palm Desert is famed for its dedication to arts and culture, and nowhere is this passion more prominent than in the city’s Art in Public Places program, featuring more than 130 works of art showcased throughout the city – and all for free.

If you’re in the mood for an evening out, The McCallum Theatre is the place for you. Enjoy an astonishing variety of world-class artists and distinguished ensembles and companies at this state-of-the-art performing arts center.

Adventure Tours

From Hummers to mountain bikes, there are plenty of ways to enjoy a thrilling tour of the Palm Desert and Palm Springs areas including Joshua Tree National Park, the San Andreas Fault and more. Check out a few of these exciting adventure tours for your next Palm Desert vacation.

For even more advice on Palm Desert attractions, events and other things to do, check out our Palm Desert Insider Tips, or visit the Palm Desert Visitor Center, your source for Palm Desert travel information.