Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Mountain Center October 2025 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Mountain Center](https://expedia.ca/Mountain-Center-Hotels.d3000428382.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Mountain Center Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Mountain-Center.d3000428382.Car-Rental-Guide)[Mountain Center Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Mountain-Center.d3000428382.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Mountain Center, CA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Mountain Center Types of activities [Mountain Center travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Mountain-Center.dx3000428382) ![Photo by Lone Coyote Studio ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8f7a34c3df0e45a278d94a19029a169d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Lone Coyote Studio](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8f7a34c3df0e45a278d94a19029a169d.jpg) ![Photo by Lone Coyote Studio ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/72ee3ac0c777bd50fcef9d9b9d9a85d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Lone Coyote Studio](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/72ee3ac0c777bd50fcef9d9b9d9a85d9.jpg) ## Mountain Center Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Mountain Center 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. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Mountain Center is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Mountain Center to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Mountain Center Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Mountain Center. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Mountain Center attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. * * * ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. * * * ## Recommended things to do in Mountain Center | Number of things to do | 34 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Night Tour of Mexico City in a Double-Decker Bus](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/night-tour-of-mexico-city-in-a-double-decker-bus.a503154.activity-details): CA $15 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Palm Springs Aerial Tramway](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/palm-springs-aerial-tramway.a178981.activity-details) - [Night Tour of Mexico City in a Double-Decker Bus](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/night-tour-of-mexico-city-in-a-double-decker-bus.a503154.activity-details) - [Palm Springs & Joshua Tree NP Driving Audio Tours Bundle](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/joshua-tree-and-palm-springs-self-guided-driving-audio-tour.a47165491.activity-details) - [Palm Springs Architecture Tour – Self-Guided Drive](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/palm-springs-self-guided-driving-audio-tour.a47146265.activity-details) - [Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/joshua-tree-national-park-scenic-tour.a1385698.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Palm Springs Aerial Tramway](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/palm-springs-aerial-tramway.a178981.activity-details) - [Night Tour of Mexico City in a Double-Decker Bus](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/night-tour-of-mexico-city-in-a-double-decker-bus.a503154.activity-details) - [Bank Heist Escape Room Game for Private Group](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bank-heist-escape-room-game-for-private-group.a1389490.activity-details) - [I Heart Drag Brunch at the Hyatt Palm Springs](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/palm-springs-drag-brunch.a49887138.activity-details) - [Palm Springs Bar Crawl](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/palm-springs-bar-crawl.a50769242.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Palm Springs Aerial Tramway](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/palm-springs-aerial-tramway.a178981.activity-details) - [Night Tour of Mexico City in a Double-Decker Bus](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/night-tour-of-mexico-city-in-a-double-decker-bus.a503154.activity-details) - [Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/joshua-tree-national-park-scenic-tour.a1385698.activity-details) - [Bank Heist Escape Room Game for Private Group](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bank-heist-escape-room-game-for-private-group.a1389490.activity-details) - [Palm Springs Bar Crawl](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/palm-springs-bar-crawl.a50769242.activity-details) | ## What to do in Mountain Center * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Mountain Center #### Lake Hemet Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Hemet during your travels in Mountain Center. Discover the mountain views and bars in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Hemet-Mountain-Center.d553248621532639246.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 Mountain Center ![Hemet](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/545b828e941cb45cecc2169ed57801bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hemet [](https://expedia.ca/Hemet.dx7715) ![Palm Desert](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/554000/554654-desert-holocaust-memorial.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Palm Desert [](https://expedia.ca/Palm-Desert.dx10283) ![Idyllwild](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/7ff06e9aa53dc1308ce5d027c694b679.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Idyllwild [](https://expedia.ca/Idyllwild.dx177451) ![Palm Springs](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/553000/553977-palm-springs.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Palm Springs [](https://expedia.ca/Palm-Springs.dx180676) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mountain Center worth visiting? > Whether you plan to experience the cultural attractions and local charm or sample regional foods and explore in nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Mountain Center. ### How do I spend a day in Mountain Center? > Idyllwild Nature Centre and Mount San Jacinto State Park are two great places to begin your vacation adventures. Remember to explore the dining and shopping options in Mountain Center while you're here too. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Mountain Center? > The top tourist attraction in Mountain Center is Mount San Jacinto State Park, so make sure to include it on your itinerary. ### Is three days enough to stay in Mountain Center? > You can easily tour leading sights like Idyllwild Nature Centre, Idyllwild Park and Lake Hemet with a three-day trip to Mountain Center. On average, most travellers plan two days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so linger longer and check out Palm Springs. ### What are some activities to do in Mountain Center with kids? > Whether you're vacationing with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, an itinerary filled with fun activities makes all the difference. Browse our ideas for what to do in Mountain Center with kids. > > > > - [Palm Springs Aerial Tramway](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/palm-springs-aerial-tramway.a178981.activity-details) > - [Night Tour of Mexico City in a Double-Decker Bus](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/night-tour-of-mexico-city-in-a-double-decker-bus.a503154.activity-details) > - [Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/joshua-tree-national-park-scenic-tour.a1385698.activity-details) > - [Bank Heist Escape Room Game for Private Group](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bank-heist-escape-room-game-for-private-group.a1389490.activity-details) > - [Palm Springs Bar Crawl](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/palm-springs-bar-crawl.a50769242.activity-details) ### What to do in Mountain Center for adults? > Whether you're a food lover, culture enthusiast or adventure seeker, there are loads of things to do in Mountain Center for adults. ### Are there free things to do in Mountain Center? > One of the top ways to learn about free things to do in Mountain Center is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on cool neighbourhoods, parks and other top attractions you can visit without getting your cash out. Idyllwild Park is one sight that doesn't charge an admission fee. ![](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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