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!
Private Shopping Tour from Palm Springs to Desert Hills Outlets
Private Shopping Tour from Palm Springs to Desert Hills Outlets
Restorative Soundbath in Palm Springs
Top hotels in South Palm Desert
Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott
Everything was great. Thanks
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Palm Desert
This family-style hotel is a great value for the money. The grounds are quite lovely, the room is basic, but spacious, and the breakfast is a step above most comparable hotels that offer breakfast. Staff are incredibly helpful (we had both our parking fee waived, as well as as a late checkout granted). ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Indian Wells Resort Hotel
Clean room clean fresh smelling room. Very comfortable bed. Spacious room. Staff was very welcoming and friendly
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Palm Mountain Resort and Spa
Lovely stay
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
The Dunes Hotel
Friendly
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
Great resort. Loved it. Great staff and activities.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
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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 Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and The Shops at Palm Desert.
Bighorn
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bighorn and surrounding area, you can visit Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and The Shops at Palm Desert.
