The Mesa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium
This peaceful and family-run garden is one of Palm Springs' best-loved attractions.
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Enjoy panoramic views over the Coachella Valley on the largest rotating aerial tramway in the world.
Palm Springs Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Palm Springs Convention Center during your trip to Palm Springs. Discover the area's spas or seek out its golf courses.
Palm Canyon
Palm Canyon is just one of the places to see in Palm Springs, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the lively festivals in this relaxing area or seek out the hiking trails.
Indian Canyon
Hike along ancient walking trails through palm-dotted canyons at this stunning recreational park.
Palm Springs Art Museum
With more than 20,000 exhibits, this art museum has something for everyone.
Activities
Palm Springs Architecture Tour – Self-Guided Drive
Palm Springs Windmill Tours
Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Palm Springs Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile Game App!
Palm Springs Windmill Guided Tour by Golf Cart
Our pick of the best The Mesa Hotel Deals
Palm Mountain Resort and Spa
Good place to stay.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Palm Desert
I booked a room with one king bed on Expedia, but when I arrived at the hotel they told me there were no king rooms available and put me in a room with two queen beds. The staff didn’t apologize, and when I asked whether I should file a complaint with Expedia, the employee responded sarcastically ...
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
The room was very clean and everything placed in an orderly manner. You couldn’t have asked for better service or attentiveness of the staff. The bed was comfortable and the shower unique giving the room a great feel.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Palm Springs - Rancho Mirage
Awesome staff, clean comfortable rooms
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton
Everything was perfect, I’m sure we are coming back in the summer for a weekend.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
The Dunes Hotel
It was very nice and clean
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The Mesa
Tahquitz River Estates
Though Tahquitz River Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium and Tahquitz Canyon.
Twin Palms
While Twin Palms isn't home to many top sights, Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium and Indian Canyons Golf Resort are some notable places to visit nearby.
Indian Canyon
While visiting Indian Canyon, you might make a stop by sights like Indian Canyons Golf Resort and Canyon Country Club North Golf Course.
Deepwell Estates
While there might not be top attractions in Deepwell Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium and Boomers! Palm Springs.
Warm Sands
When in Warm Sands, you can plan a visit to Agua Caliente Cultural Museum and Plaza Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Historic Tennis Club
While visiting Historic Tennis Club, you might make a stop by sights like San Jacinto Mountains and Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument.
