Patrick’s Palm Springs Guide Book
Sightseeing
Rock climbing, hiking, picnicking bird watching, or just hanging out and enjoy the view. This is an amazing place in the world.
1713 locals recommend
Joshua Tree National Park
Rock climbing, hiking, picnicking bird watching, or just hanging out and enjoy the view. This is an amazing place in the world.
Cute town in the mountains above Palm Springs. There are some funky little shops and a few cozy restaurants.
46 locals recommend
Idyllwild
Cute town in the mountains above Palm Springs. There are some funky little shops and a few cozy restaurants.
This is Indian history. This is a great hike.
https://www.indian-canyons.com/indian_canyons
11 locals recommend
Palm Canyon Trail
This is Indian history. This is a great hike.
https://www.indian-canyons.com/indian_canyons
The quarts bowls resonate inside this historic structure and some folks say they have experienced amazing spiritual realizations. I personally was so relaxed by the sound I fell asleep :-) Over it was a 40-minute drive and a nice experience.
https://www.integratron.com/
737 locals recommend
Integratron
2477 Belfield BlvdThe quarts bowls resonate inside this historic structure and some folks say they have experienced amazing spiritual realizations. I personally was so relaxed by the sound I fell asleep :-) Over it was a 40-minute drive and a nice experience.
https://www.integratron.com/
This is an amazing drive up into the San Jacinto Mountains. Sugarloaf is on the way to Idyllwild. Just pass through while enjoying the drive up Hwy 74. This is a winding mountain road so please use caution.
14 locals recommend
Sugarloaf
This is an amazing drive up into the San Jacinto Mountains. Sugarloaf is on the way to Idyllwild. Just pass through while enjoying the drive up Hwy 74. This is a winding mountain road so please use caution.
You can get all the history of the area from this visitor center. Check it out before you adventure in the park.
418 locals recommend
Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
6554 Park BlvdYou can get all the history of the area from this visitor center. Check it out before you adventure in the park.
Palm Springs Air Museum
lot 745 N Gene Autry TrailFor the aviation buffs in the group.
Palm Springs Museum Trail
101 N Museum DrThis is a wonderful part of our city.
With the best views of the valley. 20 minutes from the desert floor is the Aerial Tram Station 8500 feet above sea level. Great restaurant and has amazing views.
1213 locals recommend
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
1 Tram WayWith the best views of the valley. 20 minutes from the desert floor is the Aerial Tram Station 8500 feet above sea level. Great restaurant and has amazing views.
Big Bear is a beautiful mountain town. Not to mention a few other little towns up there. You are (2) hours away.
119 locals recommend
Big Bear Mountain Resort
880 Summit BlvdBig Bear is a beautiful mountain town. Not to mention a few other little towns up there. You are (2) hours away.
This is a great little Zoo. I love the tortoise rescue. Grab the kids and check this place out. There are trolly cars for folks who would prefer not the walk.
889 locals recommend
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
47900 Portola AveThis is a great little Zoo. I love the tortoise rescue. Grab the kids and check this place out. There are trolly cars for folks who would prefer not the walk.
Food scene
Simply a very nice Mexican restaurant with a wonderful patio.
79 locals recommend
El Mirasol Cocina Mexicana
140 E Palm Canyon DrSimply a very nice Mexican restaurant with a wonderful patio.
A great local hot spot for lunch and dinner.
They catered our wedding and it was flawless!
353 locals recommend
Lulu California Bistro
200 S Palm Canyon DrA great local hot spot for lunch and dinner.
They catered our wedding and it was flawless!
The best burgers and a killer chicken sandwich! Wash it all down with your favorite adult beverage, or not...
36 locals recommend
Blackbook
315 E Arenas RdThe best burgers and a killer chicken sandwich! Wash it all down with your favorite adult beverage, or not...
Coachella Valley Brewing Company
30640 Gunther StWhat can I say? Local beer is a beautiful thing!
Cheeky's
622 N Palm Canyon DrA very popular place for breakfast.
https://cheekysps.com/
I'm all about large portions and fresh-baked goodies.
https://www.manhattaninthedesert.com/
53 locals recommend
Manhattan in the Desert
2665 E Palm Canyon DrI'm all about large portions and fresh-baked goodies.
https://www.manhattaninthedesert.com/
Great seafood and a casual place to meet and greet.
https://www.fishermans.com/shanghai-reds-palm-springs
63 locals recommend
Shanghai Reds Bar & Grill
235 S Indian Canyon DrGreat seafood and a casual place to meet and greet.
https://www.fishermans.com/shanghai-reds-palm-springs
The best sandwiches I can find. There may be better out there but this place is close to home and a good value!
41 locals recommend
The Sandwich Spot
276 N Palm Canyon DrThe best sandwiches I can find. There may be better out there but this place is close to home and a good value!
Bill's Pizza
119 S Indian Canyon DrJust darn good pizza!
Oh my, what can I say about Billy Reeds? This is an old school Palm Springs institution. Breakfast, lunch, Dinner. I'm never disappointed.
58 locals recommend
Billy Reed's Restaurant & Bar
1800 N Palm Canyon DrOh my, what can I say about Billy Reeds? This is an old school Palm Springs institution. Breakfast, lunch, Dinner. I'm never disappointed.
The local coffee hangout with a great outside garden area to enjoy that morning beverage.
151 locals recommend
Koffi
515 N Palm Canyon DrThe local coffee hangout with a great outside garden area to enjoy that morning beverage.
Ruben and Ozzy's Oyster Bar & Grill
241 E Tahquitz Canyon WayYummy!
Sherman's Deli & Bakery
401 E Tahquitz Canyon WayThis is just one of the best Deli & Bakeries around.
Spencer's Restaurant
701 West Baristo RoadA great local favorite for breakfast!
Tyler's Burgers
149 S Indian Canyon DrA Palm Springs tradition smack in the middle of downtown.
Small intimate eatery with amazing craft cocktails. One of Palm Springs's local secrets. It is a small dining room and probably not the best place for kids. The food is second to none!!!
55 locals recommend
Paul Bar/Food
3700 E Vista ChinoSmall intimate eatery with amazing craft cocktails. One of Palm Springs's local secrets. It is a small dining room and probably not the best place for kids. The food is second to none!!!
The best Sourdough in the city! I try to keep this place a secret.
Get there early. Folks line up waiting for them to open.
Bread and Flours - Bread Bakery
The best Sourdough in the city! I try to keep this place a secret.
Get there early. Folks line up waiting for them to open.
Sol Y Sombra
Great Paella!
A bit pricey... GREAT FOOD
Neighborhoods
This is the neighborhood the home is located in. It's full of local folks who will wave hello as you meander through the neighborhood on your morning walk.
Desert Park Estates
This is the neighborhood the home is located in. It's full of local folks who will wave hello as you meander through the neighborhood on your morning walk.
City/town information
Palm Springs
57096 Twentynine Palms HighwayA place like no other
For my LGBTQ+ friends
A comfy place to meet mature LGBTQ+ folks of a certain age.
Always comfortable and friendly.
12 locals recommend
Streetbar
224 E Arenas RdA comfy place to meet mature LGBTQ+ folks of a certain age.
Always comfortable and friendly.
Hunters Nightclub
302 East Arenas RoadAlways a party at Hunters
The Tool Shed
600 E Sunny Dunes RdDefinitely for the male crowd. Bring your leather!
This is a happening spot downtown on Arenas Rd. You can dance any night of the week.
52 locals recommend
Chill Bar Palm Springs
217 E Arenas RdThis is a happening spot downtown on Arenas Rd. You can dance any night of the week.
The Barracks Bar
What can I say? It's the Barracks. A man's bar.
Shopping
If you are into second-hand treasures, there is always a good deal at Revivals. Clothing, furniture, accessories.
37 locals recommend
Revivals Stores - Palm Springs
611 S Palm Canyon DrIf you are into second-hand treasures, there is always a good deal at Revivals. Clothing, furniture, accessories.
Mercado Plaza Fountain
125 S Palm Canyon DrThe plaza is in the midst of downtown.
Palm Springs General Store
193 S Palm Canyon DrGreat for gifts and such.
Just Fabulous Palm Springs
515 N Palm Canyon DrThe name says it all! Great gifts and chachkies!
Q Trading Co
606 E Sunny Dunes RdGreat gift shop popular with locals.
Some of the best shopping in the Coachella Valley. Great restaurants too.
335 locals recommend
El Paseo Shopping District
Some of the best shopping in the Coachella Valley. Great restaurants too.
Groceries
A nice hi-end quality market for those special ingredients. Great wine and beer selection. A nice bakery and deli section.
80 locals recommend
Jensen's Finest Foods
69900 Frank Sinatra DrA nice hi-end quality market for those special ingredients. Great wine and beer selection. A nice bakery and deli section.
Albertsons
1751 N Sunrise WayThe local Albertsons
Stater Bros. Markets
1717 East Vista ChinoThe local Stater Bros Market.