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Palm Springs Attractions
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From swimming to skiing, there is a wide variety of activities to choose from. Yes, you can actually ski in the palm springs desert!
At the top of the palm springs arial tramway there is cross country skiing in the winter-time.
There are so many palm springs attractions and entertainment outlets for everybody now, and we will do our best to keep up with them in creating the ultimate list of them here for you...
The Best Palm Springs Attractions
The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens - This vast living museum of desert flora and fauna is a must-see for most visitors to the Coachella Valley. More than 400 species thrive here, including Mexican gray wolves, bobcats, mountain lions and golden eagles. The Village Watutu exhibit expands the desert experience to include the regions of Africa, so the collection also includes camels, zebras and cheetahs. In addition, "Wildlife Wonders" shows are held in the Tennity Amphitheater daily. Palm Springs Arial Tramway - A thrilling cable car ride shuttles visitors from the desert floor to the heights of snow-capped Mt. San Jacinto, sometimes providing a 40-degree temperature drop in just a few minutes. Once at the top, there are hiking trails, mule rides, a cocktail bar and a restaurant (I recommend you purchase the "ride and dine" ticket). While many visitors just hop up for the view, it can be a starting point for many outdoor activities. The last car goes up at 8 p.m., while the last car down is at 9:45 p.m. Palm Springs Village Fest - Locals and tourists happily mingle at this weekly event held on Palm Canyon Drive. Many shops stay open late, and the sidewalks are crowded with food booths, a certified farmer's market with locally grown produce, craft booths and artists offering their creations. In addition, street entertainers charm the crowd with magic, music and costumes. The fair is held every Thursday evening, except for holidays. Admission is free. Palm Springs International Film Festival - This fantastic internationally renown film festival takes place each January and is host to over 90,000 in attendance. More than 200 films from 60 countries are featured. This is one of the most anticipated Palm Springs attractions of the year. Performances at the Mccallum Theatre - This is a busy, state-of-the-art venue for year-round entertainment and cultural events, and it draws both tourists and locals from throughout the Coachella Valley. Popular stars who have appeared here include singer Tom Jones, comedienne Rita Rudner, Harry Belafonte and the Cirque Eloize. The theatre also offers diverse educational programs for all ages. Ticket prices range from USD65-85 for most performances. Palm Springs Desert Museum - This renowned desert museum offers an array of exhibits in an architecturally stunning facility. Recent shows have included "Desert Volcanoes," an examination of the still-active forces beneath the sands. Permanent features include sculpture gardens, the internationally known Annenberg Theater and different galleries focusing on various aspects of artistic experience. Horseback Riding at Smoke Tree Ranch Stables - Located in South Palm Springs adjacent to the Agua Caliente reservation and its Indian Canyons, these large stables offer fascinating horseback rides into the canyons. Patrons may explore remote trails, enjoy rare desert streams that flow year round, and pause under the shade of the palms. Hot-Air Ballooning Above the Desert - One of the most exciting Palm Springs attractions (if you are up to the challenge) is floating through the sky in a hot-air balloon! See some of the most breathtaking views of the desert landscape while sipping champaigne as you glide on the wind.Return to Home Page from Palm Springs Attractions
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