The Mesa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Popular places to visit

Moorten Botanical Garden
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 Air Museum
Imagine life as a WWII pilot at this excellent museum with one of the largest collections of wartime aircraft in the world.
Activities

Highlights of Palm Springs Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Palm Springs Windmill Tours

San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Desert

Palm Springs - Private Photoshoot with a Top Local Photographer

Bank Heist Escape Room Game for Private Group
Our pick of the best The Mesa Hotel Deals

Palm Mountain Resort and Spa
Great location and beautiful grounds. Rooms were very clean. We loved the all the outdoor space!
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
Valet and Bell guys were great! Rooms were outdated but beds comfortable. Air conditioning needs replacing or to be updated - seems as though the rooms are humid. Check out is at 12 which I liked until staff started knowing on the door continually every 10 minutes along with phone calls. We were ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Indian Wells Resort Hotel
Inexpensive relative to the area. Hotel is old and needs some upgrades. Staff was a mix between Karens and shady dudes. Stay to save money but expect to get what you pay for.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
Big- clean rooms - great staff
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
Hello. There was hot water running in the room, but the temperature was so cool that taking a shower was impossible. The sofa in the room looked very worn out, and the entrance door wouldn't close unless you gave it a good slam. There was no water in the fountains on the grounds—they are currently ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Hilton Vacation Club Palm Canyon Palm Springs
It's a family friendly resort and we will be coming back.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Mesa

Twin Palms
While Twin Palms isn't home to many top sights, Indian Canyons Golf Resort and Moorten Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Tahquitz River Estates
Though Tahquitz River Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tahquitz Canyon and Moorten Botanical Garden.

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 Palm Springs Swim Center.

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.

Warm Sands
When in Warm Sands, you can plan a visit to Plaza Theatre and Palm Springs Convention Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

