Location: Palm Springs
Top Things to do in Palm Springs
Top 6 Historic Sites in Palm Springs, California (CA)
Looking to relax in the sun? Palm Springs, with 354 days of sunshine per year, might be the place for you. Relax poolside or visit one of the many area spas… or tour some fantastic examples of mid-century modern architecture.
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1. Tennis Club District
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4.5 based on 40 reviews
2. McCallum Adobe
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4.5 based on 17 reviews
Built in 1884, this historic home was built for the first permanent white settler and is today the oldest building in Palm Springs.
Reviewed By Switzerdude - Cambridge, United States
The Historical Society operates the Adobe as a museum and the site to sign up for its 9 Walking Tours of city neighborhoods (as well as online). These offer excellent insights into the history and glamour of this historic outpost of Hollywood. They’re a fun way to enjoy this desert city and its history and distinctive architecture.
3. Indian Canyons
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4.5 based on 1,567 reviews
Reviewed By X816YFchriss - Cleveland, United States
Well worth it! Great trails! The 1 mile loop San Andreas Trail was maybe the most beautiful hike of my life! The hike to the seven sisters waterfall was amazing, definitely a bit strenuous. Bring good hiking shoes!
4. Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway
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4.5 based on 323 reviews
The home of Elvis & Priscilla Presley in 1967 where they honeymooned and lived. Visit Elvis’ Palm Springs Home that Inspired Two “Upstairs” Suites at the Guest House at Graceland™. The Alexander Estate aka The House of Tomorrow, is a mid-century Modernism icon. Conde Nast Traveler, Marie Claire, Fodor's, Travel Channel, AAA Westways, Time, & Architectural Digest have featured it. Tours daily. We are closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day.
Reviewed By 1972TravelGirl - San Francisco, United States
Loved seeing their home up close. It’s gorgeous and glamorous in its own retro way. A nice reminder of what one needs. With all the huge homes today, this is confirming.
5. Our Lady of Solitude Church
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Jstringer95
I prefer the smallness of this church. They offer English and Spanish mass. I am not a regular church goer but when I feel the need to praise God and connect with my childhood Catholic upbringing, this is a good fit for me. Considering all the bad news about bad priests, I find this little church comforting. The pastor and the people seem genuinely concerned with social problems here in the Coachella Valley as well. One Sunday evening mass they even had a group of Mexican congregants selling home cooked Tacos and other treats after mass. A nice touch to connect with our diverse community and break bread so to speak ... unlike some churches that regularly serve donuts! This was much more fun!
