Explore Scenic Trails & Desert Views Discover the top hiking trails in Palm Canyon, from easy palm groves to challenging backcountry loops, all starting at the Trading Post. Explore Palm Canyon Hiking Trails Palm Springs’ Indian Canyons offer some of the most scenic hiking in Southern California…
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Palm Springs is one of California’s most rewarding destinations for solo travelers. With a walkable downtown, a welcoming and inclusive culture, abundant wellness experiences, and 350+ days of sunshine, the city makes traveling alone feel effortless—and indulgent. Whether you’re planning a quiet…
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For almost a century, Palm Springs has served as the desert retreat, creative playground, and second home for Hollywood’s brightest. What began as a convenient getaway for early film stars evolved into a full-blown glittering enclave, where privacy, sunshine, and style met mid-century design and…
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Top Outdoor Restaurants & Scenic Al Fresco Spots With sunshine nearly year-round, Palm Springs is built for outdoor dining, and if you're searching for the best patio dining in Palm Springs, you’ll find it in every corner of the city. From stylish Uptown patios to lively Downtown terraces…
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A Tropical Escape Rooted in Hollywood History, Polynesian Cocktails, and Desert Cool Tiki culture isn’t just a novelty in Palm Springs—it’s part of the city’s cultural DNA. Born in the United States during the 1930s, tiki culture blended Polynesian-inspired décor, escapist fantasy, and rum-forward…
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A Historic Gem of Palm Springs Designed by Albert Frey The Palm Springs Visitor Information Center is one of the city’s most iconic and recognizable landmarks. Located at 2901 N. Palm Canyon Drive, at the corner of Tramway Road and Highway 111, the Palm Springs Visitor Center is often the first…
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Bruno Bernard: Bernard of Hollywood It began with Bruno Bernard. He was professionally known as Bernard of Hollywood and was one of the most sought-after glamour photographers of Hollywood’s Golden Era. Born in Berlin in 1912, Bernard grew up in an orphanage after his family fell into poverty…
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Oasis, History & Modern Downtown Heart The Palm Springs Downtown Park is a 1.5-acre public urban park in the heart of Palm Springs. It sits between Museum Way and Belardo Road, just steps from the Palm Springs Art Museum and the shops, restaurants, and nightlife along Palm Canyon Drive. Design &…
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Under the soft glow of chandeliers, tucked behind manicured hedges at 200 W Ramon Road in downtown Palm Springs, the sound of clinking martini glasses still mingles with the notes of a live piano. For half a century, Melvyn’s Restaurant & Lounge has been where the desert’s timeless glamour meets…
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Desert Modernism, Resort Architecture, and the Postwar Transformation of Palm Springs William Cody (1916–1978) was one of the most influential yet often underrecognized architects shaping Palm Springs during the rise of midcentury modern desert architecture. His work bridged International Style…
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