Palm Springs isn't just about laying around the hotel pool in a continuous cycle of sweat, dip, dry and repeat (although that and golf are its most popular activities.)
There's a whole different side of Palm Springs to see when you ride The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. The 10-minute journey in rotating tram cars carries you 8,500 feet up Chino Canyon right into the wilderness of Mt. San Jacinto State Park.
And guess what? The glorious tram ride is finally reopening again after being closed for several months due to COVID-19.
While the ride and its vistas will remain the same, the protocol is a bit different. Trams will be at 25 percent capacity and temperature checks are required. Masks are non-negotiable and folks will be required to puchase their tickets in advance. Tickets start at $26.95 for adults and $16.96 for children ages 3-10. You'll need to park at the base of the tram ride and that's an extra $10.
But once you're at the top you can picnic outside or go for a quick hike along Long Valley. (Camping and longer hikes are closed due to fire threat.) Just remember, it can be a good 15-20 degrees cooler at the top than it is down at the bottom, so bring your layers.
Looking for places to stay in Palm Springs? Below are a few spots we love because of the extra goodies we can get for guests.
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La Quinta Resort & Spa, a Waldorf Astoria Resort
Rowan Palm Springs, a Kimpton Hotel
Ritz-Carlton Rancho Mirage
Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa
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