Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Pick up self-guided tour brochures at the
visitors center
:
public art and historic sites (free),
modernism ($5) and stars' homes ($5). For guided tours, reservations are a must.
Best of the Best Tours
GENERAL INTEREST
760-320-1365;
www.thebestofthebesttours.com
; 490 S Indian Canyon Dr;
tours from $35)
Extensive program includes windmill tours and bus tours of celebrity homes.
Desert Adventures
4WD
( 760-340-2345;
www.red-jeep.com
;
tours $59-135)
Four-wheel-drive tours cover a diverse lineup from gay icons of Palm Springs to an eco-
tour to canyons of the San Andreas Fault.
Historic Walking Tours
WALKING
( 760-323-8297;
www.pshistoricalsociety.org
;
tours $15)
Just what it says: a variety of tours covering architecture, Hollywood stars and more. Or-
ganized by the Palm Springs Historical Society.
Palm Springs Modern Tours
DESIGN
( 760-318-6118;
www.palmspringsmoderntours.com
; tours $75)
Three-hour minivan tour of mid-century modern architectural jewels by such masters as
Albert Frey, Richard Neutra and John Lautner.
Festivals & Events
During festivals, especially the Coachella Music & Arts Festival, expect hotel rooms to be
scarce and costly. Book early.
Every Thursday night locals and visitors alike flock to Palm Canyon Dr in downtown
Palm Springs for
Villagefest
, with a farmers market, food stalls, craft vendors and street
performers.
Palm Springs International Film Festival
FILM
