Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Desert Palms February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Desert Palms](https://expedia.ca/Desert-Palms-Hotels.d553248634983078257.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Desert Palms Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Desert-Palms.d553248634983078257.Car-Rental-Guide)[Desert Palms Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Desert-Palms.d553248634983078257.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Desert Palms, CA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Desert Palms Types of activities [Desert Palms travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Desert-Palms.dx553248634983078257) ## Desert Palms Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Desert Palms has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. 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[Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_553248634983078257) ## Recommended things to do in Desert Palms | Number of things to do | 15 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Southern California Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tours Bundle](/things-to-do/southern-california-self-guided-driving-and-walking-audio-tours-bundle.a51405151.activity-details): CA $62 | | Top 5 things to do | [Southern California Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tours Bundle](/things-to-do/southern-california-self-guided-driving-and-walking-audio-tours-bundle.a51405151.activity-details)[San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Springs](/things-to-do/san-andreas-fault-jeep-tour-from-palm-springs.a3614973.activity-details)[San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Desert](/things-to-do/san-andreas-fault-jeep-tour-from-palm-desert.a3609671.activity-details)[Covered Wagon Adventure & BBQ](/things-to-do/covered-wagon-adventure-bbq.a1812817.activity-details)[Earthquake Canyon Express Downhill Bicycle Adventure](/things-to-do/earthquake-canyon-express-downhill-bicycle-adventure.a1386397.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Springs](/things-to-do/san-andreas-fault-jeep-tour-from-palm-springs.a3614973.activity-details)[San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Desert](/things-to-do/san-andreas-fault-jeep-tour-from-palm-desert.a3609671.activity-details)[Covered Wagon Adventure & BBQ](/things-to-do/covered-wagon-adventure-bbq.a1812817.activity-details)[Sunset Hot Air Balloon Flight](/things-to-do/sunset-hot-air-balloon-flight.a51553356.activity-details)[Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight](/things-to-do/sunrise-hot-air-balloon-flight.a51546268.activity-details) | | With kids | [Covered Wagon Adventure & BBQ](/things-to-do/covered-wagon-adventure-bbq.a1812817.activity-details)[Discover Your Celestial Self: A Journey Through Zodiac Wellness](/things-to-do/discovering-your-celestial-self-in-tranquil-palm-springs.a47206531.activity-details) | ## What to do in Desert Palms --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Desert Palms ![Scenic Palm Desert resort vista, Southern California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6162057/d75f2abf-47de-4ee6-84ff-c34b0bf71273.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Desert Willow Golf Resort 5/5(28 reviews) Enjoy a round of golf in Palm Desert at Desert Willow Golf Resort. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Desert-Willow-Golf-Resort-Palm-Desert.d6162057.Vacation-Attraction) ![0_AA008935](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532641657/1c47f079-8afa-4742-97d1-bfb8aa833b7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Marriott's Shadow Ridge Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Palm Desert at Marriott's Shadow Ridge Golf Club. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Marriotts-Shadow-Ridge-Golf-Club-Palm-Desert.d553248621532641657.Vacation-Attraction) ![Try to catch a show at the expansive McCallum Theater when you find yourself in the Palm Springs area. We were lucky enough to see Dame Edna's second final farewell tour and experience first-hand her satirical and brilliant take on things. Another great stop on our #realtime #roadtrip](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10283/c353302d-83bd-4e54-8650-c7b614d30d61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### McCallum Theatre 4.5/5(12 reviews) You can enjoy a show at McCallum Theatre during your trip to Palm Desert. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/McCallum-Theatre-Palm-Desert.d6291279.Vacation-Attraction) ![desert golf course green](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063419/37f63760-e286-4290-be21-5726092d5cb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palm Desert Country Club 4.5/5(15 reviews) Enjoy a round of golf in Palm Desert at Palm Desert Country Club. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Palm-Desert-Country-Club-Palm-Desert.d6063419.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beautiful Fountain at the Gardens...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10283/46d46c76-18ac-4d0a-a89c-b5c1e4b42ea4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Gardens on El Paseo 4/5(12 reviews) You can enjoy retail therapy at The Gardens on El Paseo during your stay in Palm Desert. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Gardens-On-El-Paseo-South-Palm-Desert.d6128118.Vacation-Attraction) ![Family day at the park and I got this shot before we left and it was the only one I was able to get #BvS 129228](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10283/978b6f90-4afc-4f64-b7b7-f6408e316ad5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Civic Center Park Civic Center Park is just one of the places to see in Palm Desert, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the desert landscapes and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Civic-Center-Park-Palm-Desert.d553248634966195030.Vacation-Attraction) ![Palm Desert, CA, Aquatic Center, College of the Desert](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532639260/63c4f380-c9ec-4722-8a87-f96afece74e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palm Desert Aquatic Center 3.5/5(2 reviews) Bring the kiddos to Palm Desert Aquatic Center and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Palm Desert. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Palm-Desert-Aquatic-Center-Palm-Desert.d553248621532639260.Vacation-Attraction) #### El Paseo Shopping District 4.5/5(105 reviews) During your trip to Palm Desert, you can do some window-shopping at El Paseo Shopping District. Take in the art scene and desert landscape in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/El-Paseo-Shopping-District-El-Paseo-Village.d6190672.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Lakes Country Club Enjoy a round of golf in Palm Desert at The Lakes Country Club. Take in the great live music and mountain views in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Lakes-Country-Club-Palm-Desert.d6291739.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Desert Palms ![beach hut on seaside in the tropics, goa, india](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6085/699da555-c2d5-457f-a30e-ee6b9f99fb03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Indio ![Hot springs in Chile](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6748/8d893926-82ea-4c8e-9eb8-a5b09c3eeb30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Desert Hot Springs ![North Bermuda Dunes in Palm Desert - as seen from Avenue 38](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10168/53eab5e4-6b52-4bcb-a708-e64eb9c0a3b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bermuda Dunes ![Beautiful Golf Courses - The Palms at Dawn 1](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10283/fea23a4f-aa9b-4158-8ac0-37ec2d001248.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Palm Desert ![Palm trees rise in the desert at Thousand Palms Oasis near Coachella Valley Preserve. Villis palms oasis. California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180675/e7b9986a-fe15-4a68-8a6a-35926ed78799.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Thousand Palms ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Desert Palms worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Desert Palms? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Desert Palms? ### Is three days enough to stay in Desert Palms? ### What are some activities to do in Desert Palms with kids? > - [Covered Wagon Adventure & BBQ](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/covered-wagon-adventure-bbq.a1812817.activity-details) > - [Discover Your Celestial Self: A Journey Through Zodiac Wellness](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/discovering-your-celestial-self-in-tranquil-palm-springs.a47206531.activity-details) ### What to do in Desert Palms for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Desert Palms? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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