Visit South Palm Desert
Popular places to visit
The Gardens on El Paseo
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Gardens on El Paseo during your trip to Palm Desert. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Marriott's Shadow Ridge Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Palm Desert at Marriott's Shadow Ridge Golf Club. Discover the desert landscapes and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
McCallum Theatre
You can make plans for a show at McCallum Theatre on your trip to Palm Desert. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
El Paseo Shopping District
During your trip to Palm Desert, you can enjoy retail therapy at El Paseo Shopping District. Take in the art scene and desert landscape in the area.
Palm Desert Visitor Center
After visiting Palm Desert Visitor Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Palm Desert. Discover the desert landscapes and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Adagio Galleries
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Adagio Galleries in Palm Desert. Attend a sporting event or discover the desert landscapes in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Palm Springs Architecture Tour – Self-Guided Drive
Palm Springs Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile Game App!
Restorative Soundbath in Palm Springs
Private Shopping Tour from Palm Springs to Desert Hills Outlets
San Andreas Fault Offroad Tour
Top hotels in South Palm Desert
Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott
Staff was very courteous & we liked the room. We also enjoyed the location close to shopping.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Indian Wells Resort Hotel
Clean room , lovely staff , very comfortable bed , I love Indian Wells resort Hotel ❤️
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Palm Desert
Nice spot
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Palm Mountain Resort and Spa
The room was very clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
The rooms are a lil our dated but comfortable. The pools were great. Very quiet. Really enjoyed my stay
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
The Dunes Hotel
The room was clean and well equipped, but was a bit small. Facilities on site were good with a nice pool, gym and gardens. Staff were friendly and helpful. Great location in downtown within easy walking distance of the main shopping area and a supermarket over the road.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South Palm Desert
El Paseo Village
While visiting El Paseo Village, you might make a stop by sights like El Paseo Shopping District and The Gardens on El Paseo.
Silver Spur Ranch
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Silver Spur Ranch and surrounding area, you can visit Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and El Paseo Shopping District.
Summit
Though Summit may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and El Paseo Shopping District.
Park Palms
When in Park Palms, you can plan a visit to Palm Desert Aquatic Center and Desert Willow Golf Resort, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cahuilla Hills
While there might not be top attractions in Cahuilla Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Palm Desert Cross and Living Desert Zoo and Gardens.
Bighorn
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bighorn and surrounding area, you can visit Palm Desert Cross and Living Desert Zoo and Gardens.
