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Things to see in Palm Springs, California (United States): 20 places and when to go
Palm Springs, California is a city in United States with around 390,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 20 places in and around it, mainly Nature (8), Mountains (6), Museums and art (4). The best known are San Jacinto Peak, Toro Peak and Mount San Jacinto State Park. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 14 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 46. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 33.7774, -116.5331
- Population
- About 390,000
- Places
- 20 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (8) · Mountains (6) · Museums and art (4) · History (3) · Wildlife (2) · With kids (2)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- LAX Los Angeles, 174 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- San Jacinto Peak, at 3,288 m.
What to see in Palm Springs, California
The places in and around Palm Springs, California, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- San Jacinto PeakMountain in United States of America14 km
- Toro PeakMountain in United States of America30 km
- Mount San Jacinto State ParkPlace in California listed on National Register of Historic Places14 km
- Ranger PeakMountain in United States of America28 km
- Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National MonumentProtected area in California15 km
- Tahquitz PeakMountain in United States of America14 km
- Palm Springs Art MuseumArt museum in Palm Springs, California5.4 km
- Asbestos MountainMountain in United States of America18 km
- Suicide RockHill in the US15 km
- Cabazon DinosaursRoadside sculptures in California27 km
- Cornelia White HouseBuilding in California, United States5.0 km
- Frey House IIHistoric house5.4 km
- Palm Springs Air MuseumAerospace museum in Palm Springs, California6.6 km
- Palm Springs Surf ClubWater park in Palm Springs, California4.8 km
- Adventure CenterSki resort11 km
- Casa CodyHistory5.2 km
- Coachella Valley Brewing CompanyDistillery13 km
- Las Palmas BrewingBrewery6.0 km
- PCT - California Section BSection of the Pacific Crest Trail in California23 km
- Riviera Resort & Spa Palm SpringsHistory7.7 km
When to go to Palm Springs, California
The best time to visit Palm Springs, California is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:59
- FebPossible10:47
- MarBest time11:45
- AprBest time12:51
- MayBest time13:45
- JunBest time14:14
- JulBest time14:02
- AugBest time13:16
- SepBest time12:12
- OctBest time11:08
- NovPossible10:13
- DecPossible9:46
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 14 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 46. In July, 19 of the 20 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Palm Springs, California
The nearest main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX, Los Angeles), 174 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Warner Springs6 places52 km
- Twentynine Palms6 places57 km
- Murrieta10 places67 km
- Running Springs9 places67 km
- San Bernardino, California15 places81 km
- Riverside, California15 places82 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Palm Springs, California?
The best known: San Jacinto Peak, Toro Peak, Mount San Jacinto State Park, Ranger Peak, Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. In all, 20 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Palm Springs, California?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 14 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 46.
How do you get to Palm Springs, California?
The nearest main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 174 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Palm Springs, California as the destination and these 20 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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