- Our list of the best things to do in Palm Desert, California, features the top 148 nearby activities — including 65 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Palm Desert, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Sports & Fitness, Museums & Galleries, and Food & Drink.
- The results below include the top 27 things to do within the city of Palm Desert, CA , followed by 121 popular activities in nearby cities, including Palm Springs, Indio, La Quinta, Cathedral City, Idyllwild, Desert Hot Springs, Indian Wells, Huntington Beach, Julian and Coachella
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5.3 Miles
Smart Studio is an art gallery that invites visitors to view, buy or create art. Offering classes in an array of artistic mediums, the gallery displays various works from local artists and jewelry designers.
5.4 Miles
Located within the Santa Rosa Mountains, the La Quinta Cove Hike is a hiking trail popular among local residents and visitors alike. Hikers have the opportunity to trek the nearby trails from the cove ranging from 2.5-to-7.5 miles in length.
5.5 Miles
The 12-acre Fritz Burns Park can hold over 100 people at any given time. Facilities within the area include a swimming pool, tennis courts, play-based water feature, public art, skate park, and dog park.
5.6 Miles
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13 votes
78710 Avenida Naranja, La Quinta, CA 92253
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The Havnfun Hot Air Ballooning company offers an array of hot air balloon ride choices with panoramic views of the surrounding groves and mountains. Each rider will receive a commemorative flight certificate, photo and souvenir.
5.6 Miles
La Quinta's Rock N Roll Mini Golf is an indoor miniature golf course that features black light and other lighting and visual effects as well as rock music. The facility also has a video arcade.
6.3 Miles
94%
370 votes
Ramon Road to Thousand Palms Canyon Road, Palm Springs, CA
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A wide range of outdoor activities are available at the Coachella Valley Preserve since the area is considered to be a prominent natural region. Visitors are able to take in the innate beauty and even can enjoy hiking, picnicking, and learn more at the visitor center.
6.4 Miles
At Heritage Palms Golf Club, golfers can play 36 holes on a championship course. Not only can golfers also take a break and play a game of tennis, but they can also purchase merchandise at the golf shop.
6.4 Miles
Colin Fisher Studios is an art gallery that showcases the works of local, regional, and nationally renowned artists. The gallery offers works for sale in a wide variety of styles and media.
6.4 Miles
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1 votes
68752 Buddy Rogers Avenue, Cathedral City, CA 92234
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Located next to the Second Street Park, Cathedral City Dog Park is a dog recreation area that uses composed palm fronds for ground cover and repurposed materials. The park features water fountains, benches and a separate area for small dogs.
6.5 Miles
Named for classic screen icon Mary Pickford, the Mary Pickford Theater shows first run movies in pure digital video and sound. They have 14 separate auditoriums and stadium seating, and serve a variety of concessions, including ice cream.