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About Palm Springs
Palm Springs, located in Riverside County, California, is a desert resort city situated in the Coachella Valley within the Colorado Desert. Spanning around 240 square meters, it holds the title of the largest city in Riverside County in terms of land area. As of 2020, Palm Springs had a population of 45,000, but this number significantly increases due to its popularity as a retirement destination and winter holiday spot. The city is renowned for its mid-century modern architecture, design elements, vibrant arts and cultural scene, and a variety of recreational activities.
Palm Springs International Airport is located within 4-5 kilometers, just a few minutes from downtown and the Convention Center, served by different airlines. The city's downtown is small and easy to walk around, so you may not need a car if you're staying nearby. However, renting a car gives you the flexibility to explore attractions like Indian Canyons, the Palm Springs Aerial Tram, or take a day trip to Joshua Tree. You can choose from rental options such as Enterprise, Hertz, Alamo, Budget, and Thrifty. If you prefer shuttle services, Skycap Shuttle and Prime Time Shuttle offer luxury options, while Lin Lines provides professional transport for groups. Cardiff Limousine handles private transportation, and for on-demand travel, you have taxis, Uber, and Lyft as convenient options.
There are numerous attractions in Palm Springs, Joshua Tree National Park sprawls across almost 800,000 acres, showcasing mesmerizing geological formations like arroyos, playas, and alluvial fans in California's deserts. Moorten Botanical Gardens displays 3,000 desert cacti grouped by region. The iconic Palm Springs Windmills, featured in Mission Impossible III, are symbols of alternative energy.
The Annenberg Theater at Palm Springs Art Museum hosts diverse performances, while Cabot’s Pueblo Museum offers Native American art. Palm Springs and Coachella Valley feature impressive casinos, and the Desert Holocaust Memorial pays tribute with a circular row of trees. El Paseo Shopping District, the "Rodeo Drive of the Desert," is a shopper's paradise. Indian Canyons, especially Palm Canyon, boast stunning flora and fauna. The Living Desert offers wildlife exhibits, and McCallum Theatre hosts acclaimed performances.
Palm Canyon Drive is lined with art galleries, restaurants, and shops. Palm Springs Air Museum preserves WWII airplanes, and Palm Springs Art Museum showcases diverse collections. With over a hundred golf courses, Palm Springs is renowned for golf, and the Palm Springs Walk of Stars honors celebrities along downtown streets.