Palm Springs

Overview of Palm Springs

A resort destination (primarily) for wealthy Californians, known for its hotels, spas, golf courses, and casinos. It’s also a "gay-friendly" city.

Key Facts

• Type of place: small town.

• Tourist interest: ★ (worth a stop if you are in the area).

• Location:

• Distances:

• Local time: Heure : Palm Springs.

• Population: 47,689 inhabitants (2016).

• Area: 246.3 km².

• Altitude: 146 meters.

• Website: http://www.visitpalmsprings.com

History of Palm Springs

What to See and Do in Palm Springs

Climate and Weather in Palm Springs

Transportation

Getting There

Getting Around

Where to Stay

Where to Eat

Useful Addresses

Nearby Attractions

Also worth seeing within a 100 km radius of the city:

Los Angeles ★★★
California's largest city and the second-largest in the country. Not always a favorite among tourists, who often prefer San Francisco, Los Angeles still offers plenty to explore for several days—both within the city itself and its surrounding areas (Beverly Hills, Malibu, Long Beach, Santa Monica, and more).

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park ★★
A desert region in southern California, between L.A. and Mexico, where you can hike nearly 200 km of marked trails.

Joshua Tree National Park ★★★
This vast desert park is loved for its landscapes as well as its hiking, climbing, and birdwatching opportunities.

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