South Palm Desert Travel Guide
Palm Desert
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Popular places to visit
The Gardens on El Paseo
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Gardens on El Paseo during your trip to Palm Desert. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Desert Willow Golf Resort
Enjoy a round of golf in Palm Desert at Desert Willow Golf Resort. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Marriott's Shadow Ridge Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Palm Desert at Marriott's Shadow Ridge Golf Club. Discover the desert landscapes and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
McCallum Theatre
You can make plans for a show at McCallum Theatre on your trip to Palm Desert. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Palm Desert Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Palm Desert at Palm Desert Country Club. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Civic Center Park
Civic Center Park is just one of the places to see in Palm Desert, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the desert landscapes and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Restorative Soundbath in Palm Springs
Private Shopping Tour from Palm Springs to Desert Hills Outlets
Palm Springs Architecture Tour – Self-Guided Drive
Private Shopping Tour from Palm Springs to Desert Hills Outlets
Mountain Sunrise Hike and Meditation in Palm Springs
Top hotels in South Palm Desert
Palm Mountain Resort and Spa
location and amenities
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Indian Wells Resort Hotel
good service
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
The Dunes Hotel
The location is central to all Palm Springs and surrounding areas. Also a great pool, with clean and updated rooms.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
Yes
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
Staff was so helpful. Poolside rooms were big, clean and convenient. The on site restaurant was great for breakfast.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
Very courteous staff. The room was nice and clean but there was evidence that there was flooding of the room. There was still a water line and water damage noticeable in the bathroom
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South Palm Desert
El Paseo Village
While visiting El Paseo Village, you might make a stop by sights like El Paseo Shopping District and The Gardens on El Paseo.
Silver Spur Ranch
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Silver Spur Ranch and surrounding area, you can visit Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and The Gardens on El Paseo.
Summit
Though Summit may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and El Paseo Shopping District.
Park Palms
When in Park Palms, you can plan a visit to Desert Willow Golf Resort and Rancho Las Palmas Country Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cahuilla Hills
While there might not be top attractions in Cahuilla Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Palm Desert Cross and Living Desert Zoo and Gardens.
Bighorn
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bighorn and surrounding area, you can visit Palm Desert Cross and Living Desert Zoo and Gardens.
