Weekend in Palm SpringsEscape to Palm Springs for a weekend! Unwind at the Palm Springs Art Museum, tour the Moorten Botanical Garden, and bask in the desert sun. Plan your getaway today!AuthorsPeterTaras
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Day 1: Art & Architecture

Lulu California Bistro
Start with brunch at this iconic restaurant on the famous Palm Canyon Drive.
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East Twin Palms Drive
After brunch, drive this street known for its palm-lined boulevards, offering a quintessential Palm Springs experience!
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Twin Palms Frank Sinatra Estate
E. Stewart Williams designed this home for Frank Sinatra after he'd just made his first million.
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Forever Marilyn
Just outside the Palm Springs Art Museum, you won't be able to miss this 26-foot-tall sculpture by artist Seward Johnson!
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Palm Springs Art Museum
The museum actually has 28 galleries, two sculpture gardens, and several more buildings locations scattered around Palm Springs. This is the main museum. If you're here during the week, entry is free on Thursdays from 5-8 p.m.
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Palm Springs Art Museum Architecture and Design Center
Part of the Palm Springs Art Museum, this part is housed inside a classic midcentury International-style building designed in 1961.
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Racquet Club Estates
Drive by these pre-fabricated, all-steel homes designed in 1960 that were intended to fill an entire neighborhood. Only seven homes were finished due to high steel prices.
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Palm Springs Visitor Center
The visitor center is housed in the Modernist Tramway Gas Station, designed by Albert Frey and built in the 1960s.
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Home Elvis
Stop by this landmark for a glimpse into the iconic singer's life.
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4 Saints
Food, ambiance, and views as beautiful as the art you saw earlier in the day!
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Day 2: Desert Day

Norma's
This is a popular breakfast place with a beautiful outdoor seating area. Fuel up before you head out to Joshua Tree.
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Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
It's about an hour drive from Palm Springs to Joshua Tree. If you can, visit first thing in the morning before the heat and the crowds. The best times of year to visit are March to May and October to November.
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Moorten Botanical Garden
Back in town and need more desert? Stop here to check out rare cacti and succulents from around the world!
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Truss & Twine
Enjoy this desert-inspired menu after a day in the...desert! They also have delicious craft cocktails.
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Professional Stargazing Tour in Joshua Tree
An alternative to going in the morning, would be this amazing experience!
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Day 3: Mountain Adventure

Koffi South Palm Springs
This is a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike, offering a true taste of Palm Springs' laid-back vibe. Fuel up before heading out for a day of hiking.
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Sherman's Deli & Bakery
Whether you're craving a classic pastrami sandwich, a bagel with lox, or a slice of cake, this is the place to go for lunch or get something to take with you for a day in the mountains.
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Mount San Jacinto
Spend the day hiking the canyons and trails of California's second-highest peak, Mount San Jacinto. There are several hiking options ranging from easy to very hard.
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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
This is the world's largest rotating tramcar! The tram will take you 2.5 miles from the Valley Station in Chino Canyon to the Mountain Station on the edge of the Mount San Jacinto State Wilderness.
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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Mountain Station
Most trails require permits, which you can get for free at the ranger station near the tram station.
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Stays

Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs
The retro style of this hotel is the perfect Palm Springs vibes.
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Les Cactus
Where to stay when you want that desert-vibe.
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Parker Palm Springs
This is where you stay when you want the luxury of a 5-star hotel!
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