Attractions In Coachella Valley, CA

Shopping, Dining & Wellness

Flannery Exchange

Located in the heart of Palm Springs' Uptown Design District, Flannery Exchange is a mixed-use space providing desert guests and residents the opportunity to work, play, shop, dine, and celebrate.

Parker Palm Springs

Step into a world of playful luxury at Parker Palm Springs, an iconic desert retreat where mid-century style meets modern indulgence. Savor all-day brunch favorites at NORMA'S, or rejuvenate at the Palm Springs Yacht Club Spa. ACME House Guests receive 20% Off at NORMA'S and the Palm Springs Yacht Club Spa.

Pharos Athletic Club Palm Springs

Pharos Athletic Club Palm Springs is a 27,000 sq ft luxury fitness and wellness destination in the heart of the desert. When you stay with ACME House Company, your Palm Springs getaway comes with exclusive guest benefits at this facility.

Grounded Bodyworks Studio + Spa

Treat yourself to deep relaxation with curated treatments at Grounded Bodyworks Studio + Spa, including deep tissue massage, lymphatic drainage, reiki, cupping, OSEA skincare, nails, meditation, and a brand new hair studio. ACME House guests receive 20% Off.

Quality Massage Therapy

This team of 11 male and female therapists and estheticians are among the most experienced in the area. Choose from a variety of massage therapies, from Swedish and deep tissue to specialized treatments.

Coachella Valley Brewing Co

The Coachella Valley Brewing Co. in Thousand Palms is a short drive from Acme vacation homes in Cathedral City, Palm Springs and Palm Desert. Under the supervision of their award-winning Brewmaster, the Brewery crafts its beers with care.

Shields Date Garden

Palm Springs is famous for its desert climate and date palms. Dates are some of Palm Springs' top exports, and Shields Date Garden is the place to see the best of Palm Springs' most renowned local produce.

Water & Adventure Activities

The Palm Springs Surf Club

Discover a destination like no other at The Palm Springs Surf Club featuring state-of-the-art wave technology catering to surfers of all levels. Enjoy resort-style amenities and captivating waterpark attractions. ACME House Guests receive 25% Off Water Park Passes.

BMW Performance Driving School

Learn total car control behind the wheel of a BMW at the BMW Performance Driving School in Thermal, CA. ACME House Company guests receive 15% Off most schools. To book, please call 1-877-345-4269 with discount code 25ACHO15.

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is the world's largest rotating tramcar. Enjoy breathtaking views on the 2.5-mile ride to the mountain.

Red Jeep Tours

Red Jeep Tours has provided unique and memorable tours in the Greater Palm Springs area. Ride the big red Jeeps to see astonishing sites in the beautiful desert, explore the San Andreas Fault, travel to a natural palm oasis, and learn about Indian culture, plants, and animals.

Palm Springs Biplane Rides

Your vacation will take flight with open cockpit flying at its finest! Soar back in time in a 1940 Stearman bi-plane as you take in spectacular views of the Coachella Valley. Choose from 15, 30 and 60 minute rides over the Santa Rosa Mountains.

Off Road ATV Rentals

Take a self-guided tour in a large private desert area. Terrain ranges from flat sandy areas to hills and dips, offering something for riders of every skill level.

Smoke Tree Stables

Relive some of the Wild West glory with a day at Smoke Tree Stables. Before its status as a haven for filmmakers and Hollywood's Golden Era-elite, Palm Springs was very much a Western desert town where ranching and agriculture were the primary outlets for work and fun.

Family Entertainment

Boomers Palm Springs

Rated one of the top family activities in Greater Palm Springs! Boomers! Palm Springs offers Go Karts, Mini Golf, Arcades, and more for fun and friendly competition.

Escape Room Palm Springs

One of the best activities in Palm Springs for groups, date nights, or teambuilding. During this live adventure "Escape Game", you will work with your family or team to solve puzzles and escape.

Palm Springs Skatepark

The Palm Springs Skatepark is one of the locals' favorite Palm Springs hangouts.

Cabazon Dinosaurs

Take the kids, big or little, to see the Cabazon Dinosaurs, a unique roadside attraction in the greater Palm Desert area.

Nature & Wildlife

The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens

Come travel the world's deserts—no passport required! Journey through the African savanna where black rhino, springbok, and waterbuck roam together. See graceful giraffe graze alongside greater kudu and ostrich on the sprawling plains.

Joshua Tree National Park

Joshua Tree National Park is one of the very best things to do in Palm Springs and the surrounding area. Named for the Joshua trees that dot the landscape, Joshua Tree is known to be one of the most beautiful natural areas in Southern California.

Trails at Indian Canyons

The Indian Canyons of Palm Springs are a series of breathtaking natural attractions with opportunities for outdoor recreation and learning about the history and culture of the region.

Trails at the Coachella Valley Preserve

Located just 10 miles east of Palm Springs and a short drive from Rancho Mirage and Palm Desert, the Coachella Valley Preserve offers opportunities to explore the "Old West" just minutes from Palm Springs.

Integratron

Musicians, scientists, yogis and astronomers alike converge upon the Integratron, 20 miles north of Joshua Tree National Park in the magical Mojave Desert. It's sure to be a beautiful drive from your vacation home.

Hiking Trails

Bump and Grind Hiking Trail

One of the most beautiful hiking trails in Rancho Mirage, the Bump and Grind Trail sits on a wildlife refuge and is quickly becoming one of the Coachella Valley's most popular trails. This two-mile long moderate trail is where General George Patton trained his troops for endurance.

Araby Trail

One of the most popular hikes in Palm Springs, the Araby trail takes visitors right past Bob Hope's famous house in the hills.

South Lykken Trail

If you have time to only hike one trail in Palm Springs, make it the South Lykken Trail. On this 3.5-mile trail, you will be treated to wonderful views of Palm Springs, Mt. San Jacinto, the Coachella Valley and Tahquitz Canyon. The trail is considered to be of moderate difficulty.

Hopalong Cassidy Trail

Palm Desert's Hopalong Cassidy trail, named for the famed movie and television cowboy icon, features beautiful desert scenery.

Tours & Guided Experiences

Palm Springs Windmill Tours

Enjoy an unforgettable tour on a private wind farm in Palm Springs. The tours take you on a journey in which you will learn about all aspects of wind energy and get up close to real operating wind turbines over 400 feet high. Located right off the I-10 at Exit 120, we are a short drive from downtown.

Palm Springs Celebrity Tours

The Palm Springs Celebrity Homes Tour is an exciting and informative tour provider that proudly hosts one of the most highly-rated celebrity tours in not only Palm Springs, but the nation as well: The Celebrity Grand Tour.

Palm Springs Mod Squad Tour

Palm Springs Mod Squad offers Architecture and Design Tours. Get out to see more of the mid-century modern architecture that Palm Springs is famous for.

Desert Tasty Tours

Palm Springs is a town chock full of culinary delights! Desert Tasty Tours' guided food tours offer a three-hour culinary and cultural stroll through the best of what Palm Springs has to offer.

Adventure Hummer Tours

Rated the #1 off-road tour on TripAdvisor, Adventure Hummer Tours are the best ways to explore the desert in their famous yellow Hummers.

The Heart of the City Tour

Hosted by the Palm Springs Historical Society, the Palm Springs Heart of the City Tour is a fun and informative walking tour that dives into the history and culture of Palm Springs.

The Best of The Best Tours

The Best of the Best Tours offers something for every area of interest, from celebrity sightings to nature walks to windmill education.

Seasonal Activities

Palm Springs Power Baseball

During June or July stays at a Palm Springs vacation rental home, take in a Palm Springs Power home game at Palm Springs Stadium. The Power is a 7-time Southern California Collegiate Baseball League champion team of elite collegiate players from around the country.

Visitor Information

Palm Springs Visitors Center

Palm Springs and the surrounding Coachella Valley communities are rich in culture, history and tradition. Being a natural desert wonderland, the geology and climate of the Coachella Valley is home to myriad amazing natural features and attractions. The Palm Springs Visitors Center can help you explore all the region has to offer.