🏞️ The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is a must-do for anyone visiting the area! It’s the world's largest rotating tram, taking you on a scenic 10-minute ride from the desert floor to the top of Mount San Jacinto at 8,500 feet. The views as you ascend are simply breathtaking!

🌄 What to Do at the Top:

Hiking Trails: Once you reach the top, you’ll find over 50 miles of hiking trails for all levels, from a short stroll to more challenging treks.

The Lookout Lounge: After your hike, grab a drink at the Lookout Lounge—a cozy spot with panoramic views of the desert below. Enjoy the cooler temperatures and the stunning vistas while sipping a cocktail! 🍸

Peaks Restaurant: For something more formal, head to Peaks Restaurant for a meal with incredible mountain views. 🍽️

Aerial Views: Even if you’re not hiking, just take in the spectacular views from the observation deck and enjoy the cool, crisp air at the top of the mountain!

🍦If your excitement for the wedding brings you in town a day early, every Thursday night downtown Palm Springs transforms into an open-air street fair with live music, artists, and some of the best food vendors in town. It’s the perfect way to soak up the Palm Springs vibe before the weekend!

🖼️ If you love art, this place is a must! It features an incredible mix of modern and Native American art, sculpture gardens, and a wing dedicated to mid-century design. Bonus: It’s right next to our wedding venue!

✈️ A fascinating, interactive museum full of WWII, Korean War, and Vietnam War aircraft—you can even climb into some of them! If you’re into history or aviation, this is a must-see.

🦓 A childhood favorite of Stephen’s, hand-feed giraffes, check out adorable fennec foxes, and wander through a mix of wildlife exhibits and botanical gardens. They also have hiking trails if you want to get in some cardio around meeting the critters!

🥾 A short, scenic hike leading to a 40-foot waterfall (yes, a waterfall in the desert!).

🐏 Gorgeous trails filled with towering palm trees, streams, and rock formations. The Murray Canyon Trail is a great moderate hike where you might even spot some handsome bighorn sheep (ewe better take pictures to show us!)

🐦 Hidden palm groves, boardwalk trails, and a super peaceful vibe. A great spot for an easy walk or a quiet escape from the city.

🌵A hidden gem full of cacti, succulents, and exotic desert plants. It’s small but super charming, and perfect for plant lovers or a quiet afternoon stroll.

🦍 A full gym with day passes available, great for weightlifting, cardio, and group classes. Day passes will run you $15, and a week pass is $45.

🪬If you need a good stretch or vinyasa flow, this place offers drop-in classes for all levels.

🚲 Rent a bike (pedal or electric!) and cruise through downtown or the scenic mid-century modern neighborhoods.

💦 Want a workout that feels more like a vacation? This trendy pool spot is open to the public with a day pass, and perfect for swimming laps—or just floating with a drink in hand.

☕️ A French countryside-style spot with amazing crêpes, mimosas, and a gorgeous patio.

🥑 Though Stephen will not partake, Cheeky’s is famous for their bacon flight (yes, a flight of different kinds of bacon), killer chilaquiles, and fresh-pressed juices.

🥞A classic diner known for their fluffy German pancakes and all-around great breakfast.

🍾If you’re looking for a chic spot with bottomless mimosas, Chi Chi at The Avalon Hotel is the move. This poolside brunch oasis serves up endless bubbly alongside avocado toast, chilaquiles, and their famous lemon ricotta pancakes (Laura's all-time favorite!)

🥪 Iconic Jewish deli with massive sandwiches, killer matzo ball soup, and old-school vibes.

🍦 Hands down the best milkshakes in town. They come with a tiny donut on top!

🍝 Old-school Italian with some of the best pasta and steak in town. Frank Sinatra was a regular here (enough said).

🌮 Fresh Mexican food and amazing margaritas. Their short rib barbacoa tacos are a must!

🥂A vintage Hollywood-style restaurant where the martinis are strong and the tableside steak Diane is legendary.

🍹A tiny, speakeasy-style tiki bar with strong, delicious cocktails.

🐶 A super cool, dog-friendly bar and restaurant with a fun atmosphere, great cocktails, and plenty of space to lounge. Take a shot for Mac & Beau!

🍸 A sleek cocktail bar with an impressive menu that highlights different cocktail eras—from pre-prohibition classics to modern creations.

✈️ The PS Air Bar is a speakeasy disguised as an airplane! Enjoy your cocktails and some of their daily shows while lounging like you're mile high!

👜 If you’re up for a shopping spree, this outlet mall is about 30 minutes away from the venue and has everything from high-end designer stores to everyday brands at great prices.

👗 A vintage boutique with amazing retro finds and stylish mid-century-inspired fashion.

🥷 A trendy little shop with handmade jewelry, unique gifts, and cool desert-inspired home goods.

🌿 A brand-new, luxury mineral hot spring spa with thermal pools, salt rooms, and full-on relaxation before (or after) the wedding festivities.

💎 A stunning day spa with private mineral hot spring tubs, Himalayan salt rooms, and desert views. If you’re looking for a total escape, this is it.

🏌️‍♂️ A classic Palm Springs course surrounded by towering mountains and 500+ palm trees. The South Course is more forgiving, while the North Course has challenging water features and mid-century modern homes lining the fairways.

🌴 A stunning Jack Nicklaus-designed course with wide fairways, panoramic views, and one of the best patio restaurants in town (perfect for a post-round cocktail).

⛰️ A former PGA Tour course with dramatic mountain views, rolling fairways, and a more secluded feel.

🎯 A great option for all skill levels, featuring a traditional Legend Course and a more modern Resort Course. Plus, it’s one of the more affordable courses in the area!