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
Joshua Tree Open Air Hummer Adventure
Top hotels in South Palm Desert
Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott
Beautiful facility. Loved the red Cadillac!
Reviewed on 12 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
Yes it was one of the best hotel I’ve been to in awhile I love the free breakfast and happy hour free drinks and snack that was great
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Palm Mountain Resort and Spa
Staff were very nice and room very clean. Pool lovely. Only downside was I had to change rooms as there was a problem with the bathroom and there was no one to help me with my luggage.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
The Dunes Hotel
Perfect location and nice rooms
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
There are many people cleaning and managing the area around the pool, so it seems like they are keeping the surroundings clean.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
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.
