Things to Do with Kids in Palm Desert, CA

  • TripBuzz found 105 things to do with kids in or near Palm Desert, California, including 88 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palm Springs, Indio, Idyllwild and La Quinta.
  • From Living Desert Zoo & Gardens to Palm Desert Aquatic Center, the Palm Desert area offers 79 different types of family activities, including: Golf, Hiking Trails, Zoos and Theaters.
  • Only 14 miles from Palm Springs, Palm Desert is a quickly growing community and continues to offer increasing activities and attractions. The warm community is a sanctuary to snowbirds, seeing the population of the birds swell by over 30,000 in the warmer months. There are a number of resorts and golf clubs in Palm Desert, making it a prime tourist attraction and ideal place to retire.
  • TripBuzz found 105 things to do with kids in or near Palm Desert, California, including 88 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palm Springs, Indio, Idyllwild and La Quinta.
  • From Living Desert Zoo & Gardens to Palm Desert Aquatic Center, the Palm Desert area offers 79 different types of family activities, including: Golf, Hiking Trails, Zoos and Theaters.
  • Only 14 miles from Palm Springs, Palm Desert is a quickly growing community and continues to offer increasing activities and attractions. The warm community is a sanctuary to snowbirds, seeing the population of the birds swell by over 30,000 in the warmer months. There are a number of resorts and golf clubs in Palm Desert, making it a prime tourist attraction and ideal place to retire.
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12.0 Miles
91% 47 votes
History Museums 219 South Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA MoreLess Info
Situated in downtown Palm Springs, CA, Agua Caliente Cultural Museum houses many historical artefacts belonging to the native Cahuilla tribes of the area and other native cultures. They conduct guided tours, research and education programs for those interested in their history and culture.
12.3 Miles
87% 115 votes
Parks 700 Tamarisk St. at Avenue of Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA MoreLess Info
Situated in downtown Palm Springs, Ruth Hardy Park offers a great outdoor experience. The landscape is spacious and beautifully designed. The park also maintains tennis and basketball courts complete with night illumination, picnic tables, play areas for kids and much more.
12.3 Miles
100% 7 votes
Hiking Trails Palm Springs, CA MoreLess Info
A National Monument of 8-mile paved drive and 17-miles of day-use hiking trails It provides pportunities to discover the beauty and inhabitants of this 11,985 acre site
14.2 Miles
77% 181 votes
Visitor Centers 2901 N Palm Canyon, Palm Springs, CA 92262 MoreLess Info
Located in a vintage gas station, Palm Springs Visitor Center provides visitors with resources to help plan their trips in the area. At the front desk, visitors can get brochures, maps, and magazines.
14.8 Miles
70% 70 votes
Golf 19300 Palm Dr, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 MoreLess Info
The Desert Dunes Golf Course, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., hosts U.S. Open and PGA Tour-qualifying events. After playing an 18 hole game of golf, visitors can also receive refreshments at the bar and grill.
15.8 Miles
95% 10763 votes
Other Adventures 1 Tramway Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 MoreLess Info
Appreciate Palm Springs from above with a voyage on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Each round cable car has clear sides, enabling all occupants to have unimpeded views of the majestic hills and valleys below.
17.4 Miles
Other Tours 67616 E. Desert View Avenue, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 MoreLess Info
Visitors of Cabot's Pueblo Museum will be able to learn about an artist colony that attracted art forms from regions like the Pacific Northwest, Mexico, the Southwest, and Alaska. The location also hosts special events throughout the year, including the Oaxaca and Mata Ortiz Weekends.
18.6 Miles
100% 3 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields Eighth Street at Cactus Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA MoreLess Info
The Public Tennis Courts of Desert Hot Springs are a municipal tennis facility available for public use. The courts feature electric lighting in the evenings, and have benches and garbage receptacles.
18.6 Miles
100% 24 votes
Hiking Trails Fern Valley Drive, Idyllwild, CA 92549 MoreLess Info
Humber Park is the starting point that branches off to several moderate to difficult hiking trails, the 'Devil's Slide' being the most popular. It is strongly advised to get a pass at the ranger station prior to hiking.
18.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 65750 Eighth Street, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 MoreLess Info
City owned and operated, Wardman Park features a community pool where both open swimming and lessons are provided. Other amenities offered at the park include tennis courts and an array of playground equipment for younger guests.
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