- The list below includes 82 free or cheap things to do in or near La Quinta, California, including 60 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Mini Golf and Art Gallery.
- From Lake Cahuilla Recreation Area to La Quinta Cove Hike, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in La Quinta and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Idyllwild and Cathedral City.
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For live rock music, check out McCormick's Night Club. Cover is 10 dollars per person.
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81-725 Hwy 111, Indio, CA 92201
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Visitors can enjoy an 8 screen movie theater with digital projection at Regal Entertainment Group Indio Metro 8. The theater airs first run films and is available to host birthday parties.
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Spectacular shades is a privately owned business that provides prescription lenses and designer sunglasses. They are opened 6 days a week from 9.30 to 5.30 and closed on Sundays.
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R.E. Welch Gallery, located in Palm Desert, is a popular fine art gallery in possession of the exclusive rights to showcase the works of many well-known artists of our time, including Jean-Louis Corby among many others. The staff is very attentive, professional and knowledgeable about the artworks.
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At three hours long, Desert Tasty Tours leads visitors to the major culinary destinations of the area to sample food from a range of cuisines. Some of these foods include chocolate, olive oil, pizza, pasta, and other treats.
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The sophisticated El Paseo Shopping District is located in the heart of Palm Desert, California. The District includes designer clothing boutiques, fine jewelry vendors, art galleries, cafes, restaurants and other luxury retailers.
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Driving around Palm Desert is an exhilarating experience. The most coveted route is the Pines to Palms Scenic Byway, which carries vehicles for 67 miles. The Byway offers unparalleled natural views of the desert.
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The Indio Open Air Market is an Arabian style, open air vendor swap meet. Various merchandise from vendors and local farms are featured, along with views of the night sky and the Moroccan style theme of the bazaar.
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Fred Waring Dr & San Pablo Avenue, Palm Desert, CA 92260
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With 70 acres of land to explore, visitors can see a variety of ducks, geese, and turtles at the ponds of Civic Center Park. The park provides 5 pavilion picnic areas. They also have volleyball, basketball, and tennis courts.
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Created by the shifting of the earth's crust along the San Andreas Fault hundreds of years ago, Painted Canyon, is a favorite destination for outdoors enthusiasts. With steep canyon walls containing an array of pastel colors, bring your camera and enjoy the world around you.