Palm Springs, United States

Things to do in Palm Springs

120 ranked activities0 in the 90+ Club

Palm Springs sells architecture tours through midcentury neighbourhoods, Aerial Tramway trips up San Jacinto, Indian Canyons hikes, Joshua Tree stargazing and windmill farm runs. Shade, water and pickup points separate a good desert tour from a rough one.

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What are the best things to do in Palm Springs?

Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Palm Springs, United States. The highest scoring is Bank Heist Escape Room Game for Private Group at 89 out of 100, followed by Palm Springs Modernism Architecture & History Bike Tour, Vampire's Lair Escape Room Game for Private Group, San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Desert. Prices start at $10 per person and 0 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. November to April. Book dawn or evening slots in summer.

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Most Popular in Palm Springs

The experiences travelers book most right now.

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Most Highly Reviewed in Palm Springs

Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

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Last Minute in Palm Springs

Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

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Family Friendly in Palm Springs

Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

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Food & Drink in Palm Springs

Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

Culture & History in Palm Springs

Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

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Outdoors in Palm Springs

Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

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Nightlife in Palm Springs

After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

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Planning questions about Palm Springs

What are the best things to do in Palm Springs?
Bank Heist Escape Room Game for Private Group is the highest ranked experience in Palm Springs, scoring 89 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 537 traveler reviews. Palm Springs Modernism Architecture & History Bike Tour, Vampire's Lair Escape Room Game for Private Group, San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Desert, Merlin's Magic School Escape Room Game for Private Group round out the top five. Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Palm Springs, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.
How much do activities in Palm Springs cost?
The median price across everything we rank in Palm Springs is $169 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $10 on Journey into Joshua Tree: Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
Can I book something in Palm Springs for today?
Yes. 120 of the 120 experiences we rank in Palm Springs currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
Is Palm Springs good for families?
Yes. 19 of the experiences we rank in Palm Springs are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
How many days do you need in Palm Springs?
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
When is the best time to visit Palm Springs?
November to April. Book dawn or evening slots in summer. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
Can I cancel a booking in Palm Springs?
104 of the 120 experiences we rank in Palm Springs offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
How does the Outty Ranking work?
Every experience in Palm Springs gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Palm Springs so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.