Visitor Guide - Western Section AUA

Visitor Guide
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44-950 Eldorado Drive ~ Indian Wells, CA 92210-7497
www.IndianWells.com ~ (866) 86-MyFun
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welcome
We invite you to experience the richness
of Indian Wells. Our California desert
sanctuary is nestled in a pristine cove of the
Coachella Valley where the landscape is
distinguished by palm tree-lined greenbelts
and the majestic Eisenhower Mountain. ~
Immerse yourself in the richness of our
natural surroundings with 350 days of
glorious sunshine and spectacular 360º
mountain views. ~ Escape to a tranquil
hideaway and the accommodating richness
of our luxury resorts with a rejuvenating
spa treatment or a refreshing dip in a
shimmering pool. ~ Indulge in the culinary
richness of our restaurants, offering a
dazzling array of fine wine, epicurean
delights and tantalizing treats. ~ Enjoy
the cultural richness of our world-class
events as you watch tennis masters at the
BNP Paribas Open or hear internationally
acclaimed speakers at Desert Town Hall,
Indian Wells. ~ Whether you are here
for a brief retreat or ultimately return
for a lifetime, we are genuinely pleased
that you have chosen to stay with us.
Indian Wells is richness you deserve.
View of Eisenhower Mountain
from Indian Wells Golf Resort
Celebrity Course, 16th Hole
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Visitor Information
City History
Steeped in a rich and colorful history,
Indian Wells has long been a source of
prosperity for its inhabitants. In 1823,
a Mexican explorer, Captain Jose
Romero, gave Indian Wells its name upon
discovering a thriving Cahuilla (Kawee-yah) Indian village formed around
a hand-built well. The women of this
tribe dug 30 feet ~ by hand ~ to find
the water that enabled the growth of the community.
For nearly 40 years, Indian Wells was the Coachella
Valley’s only established watering point and a pivotal
stagecoach stop for intrepid gold prospectors seeking
their fortunes on the Colorado River. The first settlers,
including Caleb Cook, arrived around 1910 and were
credited with pioneering the valley’s date industry.
In the 1950’s, savvy residents, led by E.M. Peterson,
transformed their prosperous agricultural community
into a premier residential and resort destination. That
golden era began in 1957 with the construction of the
Eldorado Country Club and Golf Course, followed by
the Indian Wells Country Club and Golf
Course, with Desi Arnaz as one of the
founders. In 1958, Lucille Ball and Desi
Arnaz also opened the Indian Wells Hotel
(now the Indian Wells Resort Hotel)
and Indian Wells grew into an intimate,
celebrity-studded retreat. When President
Dwight D. Eisenhower first vacationed
here, he was so impressed with Indian
Wells that it became his winter residence.
In 1960, Arnold Palmer won the first Bob
Hope Desert Classic at the Indian Wells Country Club,
which was the start of Indian Wells’ legacy as a topranked golf destination.
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In the late 1970’s, City officials and residents envisioned
Indian Wells’ future designation as a residential resort
and the Coachella Valley’s luxury leader. The City
developed an innovative plan for growth by investing
in land to develop a municipal golf course that would
attract premium resorts. Tennis pro Charlie Pasarell
understood this vision. He decided to move his Pilot
Pen tennis tournament to Indian Wells and build the
Hyatt Grand Champions Resort. The
tournament outgrew the facility, moving
to its permanent home, the Indian Wells
Tennis Garden, in 2000. The prestigious
tournament was renamed the Pacific Life
Open in 2002 and then BNP Paribas Open
in 2009. As proud host of the fifth largest
masters series in the world, Indian Wells
has firmly established its association with
championship tennis.
What was once a flourishing tribal well and wagon stop
has since become a prosperous wellspring of luxury,
synonymous with fine living and world-class events.
Our arrowhead symbol represents our proud heritage,
the ingenuity of our people, and the promise of an
exceptional experience.
Demographic Snapshot
Indian Wells is a premier residential community that
spreads over 15.04 square miles. Incorporated in 1967,
it is the 400th city in California, 16th in Riverside County
and fourth in the Coachella Valley. Riverside is the fastest
growing county in California and the Coachella Valley
has grown 70% since the year 2000. Nearly 90% of the
neighborhoods in Indian Wells are gated, including seven
private country clubs. There are more than 5,025 fulltime residents and an additional 5,000-6,000 part-time
residents during the winter months (January – April).
Visit www.CityofIndianWells.org for more information.
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Special Events
Desert Town Hall ~ Indian Wells
La Quinta Arts Festival
(760) 416-3400 / www.DesertTownHall.org
La Quinta Civic Center Park
(760) 564-1244 / www.La-Quinta-Arts-Found.org
(January – April) Desert Town Hall,
Indian Wells is recognized as one of the
foremost speaker programs in the nation.
Held at the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort
and Spa, world-renowned speakers have
included former presidents Gerald Ford
and George Bush, General Colin Powell,
Bernard Shaw, Beverly Sills, Garrison Keillor, Henry
Kissinger, Cokie Roberts and Larry King.
Palm Springs
International Film Festival
(March) More than 200 artists offer high quality original
art at this juried competition, held at La Quinta Civic
Center Campus. Voted Top 10 Art Fairs & Festivals.
Fashion Week El Paseo
(760) 325-2333 ext. 220 / www.FashionWeekElPaseo.com
(March) El Paseo shopping district in Palm Desert.
A week of expert presentations of the latest trends in
fashion, food, art, entertainment, home design and
beauty. Couture runway show grand finale.
(760) 322-2930 / www.psFilmFest.org
Indian Wells Arts Festival
(January) The brainchild of the late former
Mayor Sonny Bono has become the second
largest film festival in America. Screenings
and events are held at various venues in
Palm Springs.
(760) 346-0042 / www.IndianWellsArtsFestival.com
Bob Hope Chrysler Classic
(760) 346-8184 / www.BHCC.com
(January) A desert tradition since 1960, this PGA Tour
event and celebrity pro-am is held at courses in La
Quinta.
Riverside County Fair
and National Date Festival
(760) 863-8247 / www.DateFest.org
(February) Date crops are a celebrated part of the
Coachella Valley heritage. The fair has more than
8,000 exhibits including arts, crafts, livestock,
agriculture, horticulture, woodworking, date tasting
and cooking demonstrations.
BNP Paribas Open
(760) 200-8400 / www.BNPParibasopen.org
(March) Indian Wells is the home of the
fifth largest tennis tournament in the
world. Played at the Indian Wells Tennis
Garden, this 96-draw, 14-day event ranks
along with Wimbledon, the Australian
Open, French Open and U.S. Open.
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(March/April) This three-day festival
held at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden
showcases more than 200 artists displaying
their mastery in a variety of decorative
arts. Refreshments, live entertainment,
children’s activities and more.
Kraft-Nabisco Championship
(760) 324-4546 / www.KNCgolf.com
(March/April) The first “major”
tournament of the year on the LPGA Tour.
Played on the Dinah Shore Tournament
Course at Mission Hills Country Club in
Rancho Mirage. More than 100 of the best
women golfers in the world.
Palm Springs International
Festival of Short Films
(760) 322-2930 / www.psFilmFest.org
(June) The largest short film festival in America.
Showcases more than 350 short films from around the
world and offers a Film Market with a library of more
than 2,200 films. Held at various venues in Palm Springs.
Art Walk on El Paseo
(877) 735-7273
(October – May) Free tour of the El Paseo Art Galleries.
First Thursday of each month. 5-9 p.m.
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Special Events
Dining
McCallum Theatre for the Performing Arts
(760) 340-ARTS / www.McCallumTheatre.com
(Performances Year-Round) The 1,100-seat theater
features a spectacular variety of entertainment and
cultural events ranging from hit Broadway shows to
world-famous musical artists, acclaimed orchestras
and dance companies.
Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
www.coachella.com
(April) This three-day music and arts festival
is considered one of the leading alternative
rock festivals in the world. The Festival
draws more than 180,000 music fans to
the Empire Polo Club grounds in Indio to
see a line-up of more than 100 bands, with
performances happening simultaneously
on six separate stages. Past headliners
have included Paul McCartney, Madonna,
Morrissey, and many more.
Stagecoach Country Music Festival
www.stagecoachfestival.com
(April) The Empire Polo Club also plays host to
California’s premier country music festival, which
delivers the finest acts in traditional and contemporary
country music playing on simultaneous stages.
Performers have included Kenny Chesney, Brad
Paisley, Reba McIntyre, Kid Rock, and the legendary
Earl Scruggs.
WildLights at The Living Desert
(760) 346-5694 / www.LivingDesert.org
(November/December) This annual event
is a yuletide favorite featuring festive light
displays beginning Thanksgiving weekend.
A perfect way to get in the holiday spirit with
music, a skating rink and refreshments.
Whether you are seeking a quiet night out or a
stylish setting for entertaining guests, Indian
Wells offers an array of culinary choices to please
every palate and mood. We have also selected
what we believe to be some of the best choices in
the surrounding cities of the Coachella Valley.
Arnold Palmer’s Restaurant
78-164 Avenue 52, La Quinta / (760) 771-4653
American cuisine in a private club setting. Enjoy an
extensive collection of golf memorabilia on display.
Babe’s BBQ & Brewery
71-800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage / (760) 346-8738
Ribs, chicken, bar and pleasant upscale atmosphere.
Café des Beaux-Arts
73-640 El Paseo, Palm Desert / (760) 346-0669
Charming outdoor Parisian bistro with Mediterranean
specialties at affordable prices.
Café Italia
74-901 Highway 111, Indian Wells / (760) 773-3038
Charming Italian bistro featuring singing waitstaff.
Cava
44-400 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells / (760) 773-4444
Casual all-day dining at the Renaissance Esmeralda
Resort and Spa, featuring seasonal buffets.
Chop House
74-040 Highway 111, Palm Desert / (760) 779-9888
Premium, heavily aged steaks and chops with guestobsessed service and uncompromising standards. Also
located in Palm Springs.
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Dining
Cliffhouse
IW Club at The Indian Wells Golf Resort
78-250 Highway 111, La Quinta / (760) 360-5991
44-500 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells / (760) 346-4653
Seafood and steaks with unique preparations. Historic
ranch house with magnificent mountain views.
Fresh, innovative California cuisine in an awardwinning Desert Modern venue featuring the
most spectacular views. Extensive wine list and
temperature-controlled wine room, happy hour, live
entertainment, casual café, Wi-Fi, multipurpose event
space, and many more luxury amenities.
Cuistot
72-595 El Paseo, Palm Desert / (760) 340-1000
An inviting French farmhouse atmosphere with worldclass California French cuisine and wine selection.
Devane’s Italian Kitchen
40-101 Monterey Ave, Rancho Mirage / (760) 341-5330
Owned by actor and desert resident, William Devane.
Classic Italian specialties and pizza.
Don Diego’s
Jillian’s
74-155 El Paseo, Palm Desert / (760) 776-8242
International/Continental cuisine featuring pasta and,
steak. Live entertainment.
Johannes
196 S Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs / (760) 778-0017
74-969 Highway 111, Indian Wells / (760) 340-5588
Mexican restaurant featuring a friendly bar and great
margaritas.
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
Austrian-trained chef serves eclectic, inventive
cosmopolitan cuisine. Extensive wine and martini bar.
Lantana
44-600 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells / (760) 341-1000
Finest prime beef, chops, fish and chicken. Innovative
wine list features over 100 varieties by the glass.
Contemporary California cuisine on a climatecontrolled scenic terrace at the Hyatt Grand
Champions Resort, Villas and Spa.
Grove Artisan Kitchen
Lavender Bistro
45-000 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells / (760) 341-7200
78-073 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta / (760) 564-5353
Fresh seasonal California cuisine featuring organic
produce, farm raised meats and poultry, seafood,
house-made pastas, and innovative vegetarian dishes.
Contemporary French Fusion. Extensive wine list.
71-800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage / (760) 776-6685
Le St. Germain
74-985 Highway 111, Indian Wells / (760) 773-6511
A Fusion of French cuisine served with California flair
amid an exquisite bistro setting.
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LG’s Prime Steakhouse
Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza
78-525 Highway 111, La Quinta / (760) 771-9911
73-595 El Paseo, Palm Desert / (760) 836-0555
Only California steakhouse in America’s Top Ten. Also
located in Palm Desert and Palm Springs.
Award-winning gourmet pizzas. Casual dining also
features pasta, tapas, sandwiches and wraps.
Loren
Sirocco
76-661 Highway 111, Indian Wells / (760) 345-6466
American continental cuisine at the historic Indian
Wells Resort Hotel.
The Nest
75-188 Highway 111, Indian Wells / (760) 346-2314
Local favorite with eclectic cuisine. Piano bar.
Okura Robata Grill & Sushi Bar
71-800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage / (760) 776-4912
Traditional Japanese mixed with California Fusion.
Eclectic specialties, premier sakes.
Pacifica
73-505 El Paseo, Palm Desert / (760) 674-8666
Chic and sophisticated with gorgeous mountain views.
Freshest seafood, steaks and innovative food.
44-400 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells / (760) 773-4444
Award-winning, authentic Italian cuisine at the
Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa.
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
73-505 El Paseo, Suite 2600, Palm Desert / (760) 341-3560
1940’s styled steakhouse featuring the finest steaks and
seafood, martinis and live jazz.
Sushi Manbo
72-817 Dinah Shore Drive, Rancho Mirage / (760) 202-6131
Impressive sushi artistry in a casual setting.
Tommy Bahama’s Tropical Cafe
73-595 El Paseo, Palm Desert / (760) 836-0188
Island-Inspired cuisine in a plantation home setting.
Vicky’s of Santa Fe
Plum
67-580 Jones Road, Cathedral City / (760) 324-0999
Splendid American and Mediterranean dishes and
martini bar. Saturday & Sunday Brunch.
45-100 Club Drive, Indian Wells / (760) 345-9770
A desert favorite since 1989. Steaks and seafood.
Wally’s Desert Turtle
71-755 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage / (760) 568-9321
Roy’s
71-959 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage / (760) 340-9044
Hawaiian Fusion blends fresh local ingredients with
European sauces and bold Asian spices.
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
74-740 Highway 111, Palm Desert / (760) 779-1998
U.S. Prime steaks, seafood, New Orleans-inspired
appetizers and an award-winning wine list.
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Continental cuisine, steak and seafood. Numerous
awards for exceptional food, wine and service.
Yard House
71-800 Highway 111, B-101, Rancho Mirage / (760) 779-1415
Fine food and classic rock. World’s largest selection of
draft beer.
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Shopping
From one-of-a-kind finds to unbeatable brandname bargains, the resorts of Indian Wells are an
ideal starting point for some of the best shopping
imaginable. Within minutes of Indian Wells,
you will also find hundreds of the country’s top
retailers and an endless array of independent
boutiques, exclusive to the Coachella Valley.
Desert Hills Premium Outlets
Off Interstate 10, Cabazon / (909) 849-6641
A collection of more than 130 outlet stores featuring an
impressive collection of the world’s leading designers
and brand names, all offering savings of 25 to 65
percent every day.
El Paseo
Off Highway 111 at El Paseo, Palm Desert
(760) 862-1990
A world-class shopping experience often
compared to Rodeo Drive, El Paseo offers
more than 300 unique stores featuring
some of the world’s best designer fashions,
specialty boutiques and distinguished
jewelers, as well as an array of fine art
galleries, restaurants and sidewalk cafes.
Indian Wells Village
74-895 Highway 111, Indian Wells
Features a variety of boutique shops and restaurants
and serves as the local destination for groceries and
sundries.
The River
Historic Palm Canyon Drive
Downtown Palm Springs
Palm Canyon Drive (and adjacent Indian
Canyon Drive) offers a goldmine of art
galleries, boutiques, mid-century modern
shops, pubs and restaurants. Features the
Walk of Stars with sidewalk markers for
more than 250 Palm Springs celebrities.
Villagefest every Thursday evening from
6-10 p.m. with live music, artists and
craftsmen.
Westfield Shopping Center
72-840 Highway 111, Palm Desert
(760) 568-0248
Indoor mall with more than 150 brandname stores, specialty boutiques and
restaurants.
Shopper Hopper
Shuttle Service
Palm Desert / Indian Wells
(760) 343-3451
FREE courtesy shuttle to popular shopping
destinations El Paseo and Westfield Shopping Center.
Fourteen-passenger, air-conditioned shuttles pick up
at Palm Desert and Indian Wells area hotels including
the Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and
Spa, Renaissance Esmeralda Resort and Spa and
Miramonte Resort & Spa.
Daily service begins at 10 a.m. with the last shuttle
leaving Westfield Shopping Center at 4:45 p.m. The
shuttle loops approximately every 45 minutes.
71-800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage / (760)
341-2711
Contemporary open-air entertainment
complex offers numerous dining options,
state-of-the-art movie theaters and unique
shops amid a stylish atmosphere with
several delightful water features.
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Unrivalled Tennis
Incomparable Golf
Since Arnold Palmer won the first Bob Hope Classic,
Indian Wells has long been known as one of the
world’s premier golf destinations. Players of every
skill level enjoy the most scenic and exciting courses
at seven private country clubs and the legendary
Indian Wells Golf Resort.
The City of Indian Wells-owned Golf Resort is now
recognized as one of the leading golf facilities in the
country with both of its new championship 18-hole
golf courses ranked in Golfweek’s Top 10 of “Best
Municipal Courses You Can Play” in the nation. While
playability, diversity and challenge are the highlights
of Clive Clark’s Celebrity Course, host course for the
2007 and 2008 LG Skins Game, John Fought’s Players
Course features a classic American design with
generous playing corridors and sculpted bunkers. Both
layouts – and the scenic IW Putting Course – offer an
unmatched golf experience for everyone.
Golf Resort guests are also in for a treat upon entering
the Desert Modern-inspired IW Club, the luxurious
entertainment center of this exceptional golf campus.
Premier amenities include: IW Café, IW Club
Restaurant & Bar, upscale Golf Shop, Callaway Golf
Performance Center, and nearly 20,000 square-feet
of banquet facilities ideal for special events ranging
from intimate gatherings to business conferences and
weddings. The Indian Wells Golf Resort is open to the
public and is managed by Troon Golf..
This exclusive golf experience is open to the public.
Indian Wells Golf Resort
44-500 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells
(760) 346-4653
www.IndianWellsGolfResort.com
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Indian Wells featured one of the first tennis courts
in the Coachella Valley and has been hosting tennis
tournaments since the 1950’s. But the City’s tennis
legacy was forged when tennis pro Charlie Pasarell
moved his Pilot Pen tournament to Indian Wells and built
the Hyatt Grand Champions Resort with a tennis stadium
on site. The tournament outgrew the facility and moved
to its permanent home, the Indian Wells Tennis Garden,
in 2000. The tournament was renamed the Pacific Life
Open in 2002 and BNP Paribas Open in 2009.
The Indian Wells Tennis Garden is the second largest
tennis stadium in the world with 189 acres of landscaped
grounds, which surround a 16,100-seat stadium with
44 luxury suites, press and broadcast skyboxes, player
locker rooms, fitness facilities and several dining areas.
The facility has 20 world-class tennis courts, two HarTru clay courts, eight acres of outdoor exposition space
and two more stadiums with seating capacity for 8,000,
as well as Tennis Club memberships and an onsite and
online Pro Shop.
Indian Wells is home of the BNP Paribas Open
recognized as the largest attended event next to the
Grand Slams and ranked along with Wimbledon, the
Australian Open, the French Open and the U.S. Open.
Each spring, thousands of tennis fans gather to watch
championship players ~ Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal,
Maria Sharapova, Andy Roddick and more ~ vying for
top titles during two weeks of gripping competition.
Indian Wells Tennis Garden
78-200 Miles Avenue, Indian Wells
(760) 200-8400
BNP Paribas Open
www.bnpparibasopen.org
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Casinos
Desert Attractions
The Coachella Valley is steadily gaining
recognition as one of the world’s top gaming
destinations. Discover state-of-the-art facilities,
exciting nightlife, an array of fine dining, and
exceptional concert venues featuring marquee
entertainment.
Agua Caliente Casino
(888) 999-1995 / www.HotWaterCasino.com
Rancho Mirage
1000 slots, 49 table games, video poker, high-limit
room, poker room, restaurants, Canyons lounge,
and The Show, a state-of-the-art 2000-seat live
entertainment venue.
Fantasy Springs Resort Casino
(800) 827-2956 / www.FantasySpringsResort.com
Indio
2000 slots, 40 table games, video poker, poker room,
off-track betting, bingo, restaurants, large indoor
concert venue, Fantasy Lanes bowling center, Rock
Yard and Velvet Palm Nightclub.
Morongo Casino Resort and Spa
(800) 827-2956 / www.MorongoCasinoResort.com
Cabazon
2000 slots, 100 table games, poker room, high-limit
room, bingo, restaurants, Mystique lounge, 360 lounge,
Vibe nightclub, Canyon Lanes bowling center. AAA
Four-Diamond award.
Spa Resort Casino
(888) 999-1995 / www.SpaResortCasino.com
Palm Springs
1000 slots, 30 table games, high-limit room, poker
room, restaurants, Cascade lounge.
The Living Desert
Zoo and Botanical Gardens
(760) 346-5694 / www.LivingDesert.org
This 1,200-acre preserve is home to more
than 450 animals ~ from giraffes to
butterflies ~ and a diversity of native desert
plant species. The Living Desert is the only
facility in the world dedicated to studying
and preserving a single ecosystem. Visitors
will find several interpretive exhibits along
a scenic hiking trail, WaTuTu African village, children’s
activities and special events.
Eisenhower Walk of Honor
and Veterans Memorial
(760) 346-2489 / www.cityofindianwells.org
Located at Indian Wells City Hall, the 5,000
square-foot exhibit pays tribute to General
Dwight D. Eisenhower, with a bronze bust
set upon a red granite pentagon-shaped
base. Five flags represent each branch of the
armed services, and a wellspring signifies
the sacrifice made by all those who served. Two granite
walls are inscribed with the names of more than 600
Indian Wells residents who served in the military.
Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
(760) 323-0151 / www.AccMuseum.org
The Cahuilla Indians were the earliest
inhabitants of Indian Wells. The museum
features exhibitions and collections of the
Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
and other Native American cultures.
Basketry, artifacts, full size dwelling
(“kish”) and educational programs.
Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert
(760) 321-0602 / www.CDMOD.org
Spotlight 29 Casino
(866) 377-6829 / www.spotlight29.com
Coachella
2,000 slots, 29 table games, poker room, restaurants,
2,200-seat Spotlight showroom.
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A hands-on museum where children learn while having
fun creating and exploring. The 18,000 square-foot
complex includes 50 interactive exhibits, multipurpose
Dinah Shore Center, museum store, covered outdoor
amphitheatre, horticultural gardens and outdoor play
areas. Extensive calendar of activities and programs.
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Desert Attractions
Palm Springs Art Museum
Hot Air Balloon Rides
(760) 325-7186 / www.psMuseum.org
(800) go-above / www.FantasyBalloonFlights.com
This 125,000 square-foot museum
features touring exhibitions in addition to
permanent installations that include 20th
century modern and contemporary art,
Western and Native American artifacts
miniature room collection, photography
archives and a sculpture garden.
View the desert from an incomparable
vantage point with a spectacular hot air
balloon ride at sunrise or sunset. FAAcertified pilots guide 2-10 passenger
balloons. Free hotel pickup.
Palm Springs Air Museum
(760) 778-6262 / www.Air-Museum.org
This unique air museum’s expansive collection
includes World War II aircraft in flying condition.
Photos, memorabilia, gift shop, special programs and
demonstration flights.
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Jeep Eco-Tours
(760) 340-2345 / www.Red-Jeep.com
Buckle up for a ride in signature red jeeps
and tour the desert’s unique ecosystem
and terrain, including a close-up view of
the San Andreas Fault. Narrated by expert
naturalist guides.
Elite Land Tours
(760) 318-1200 / www.EliteLandTours.com
The world’s largest rotating tram cars
travel 8,516 feet from the desert floor to the
top of Mt. San Jacinto in just 20 minutes.
At the top are hiking trails, mule train
rides, overnight camping sites and two
restaurants.
Choose a spectacular backcountry
adventure to a remote area of Joshua Tree National
Park or the infamous San Andreas Fault. Explore these
unspoiled wilderness areas with expert eco-tour guides
in the safety and comfort of air-conditioned Hummer
H2s. Tours include resort pickup (door-to-door service)
and gourmet snacks.
Palm Springs Windmill Tours
Moorten Botanical Garden
(760) 251-1997 / www.WindmillTours.com
(760) 327-6555 / www.PalmSprings.com
Take an eco-adventure tour of the world
famous Palm Springs windmills. Travel
through a forest of gigantic wind turbines
and learn about the past, present and
future uses of wind energy, a sustainable
renewable energy source, and other nonpolluting power sources. Ninety-minute
narrated tour of a working wind farm.
Highlights of this intimate preserve include
a historic nature trail with more than 3,000
varieties of cacti, desert flowers, crystals
and indigenous relics.
(760) 325-1391 / www.psTramway.com
Oasis Date Gardens
(760) 399-5665 / www.OasisDate.com
Tour a 175-acre working date ranch that was
established in 1912. Home of the super Medjool dates.
Take a taste test, try baked items or a date shake.
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Polo Grounds
(760) 342-2762 / www.empirepoloevents.com
Enjoy one of the area’s more unique
sporting pastimes when local and
international players compete at the Eldorado and
Empire Polo Clubs. Located in Indio.
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Hiking Excursions
Indian Wells Hiking Trails
The City of Indian Wells has 3.6 miles of paved
pathways for walking and biking. You can also enjoy
over five miles of scenic paved and dirt pathways
within The Living Desert Zoo and Botanical Gardens.
Palm Springs Hiking Trails
The Araby Trail / 6 miles
(760) 251-4800
The Araby Trail runs through a shallow mountain pass
just below the exclusive Southridge subdivision.
The Cactus Spring Trail
Horsethief Creek 2.5 miles / Cactus Springs 4.5 miles
(760) 251-4800
Popular trail off Highway 74 in the Santa Rosa
Mountains with fine mountain views.
Desert Museum Trail / 2 miles
(760) 325-0189
Short but steep, rocky trail rising behind the Palm
Springs Art Museum. 1,000-foot elevation gain.
Indian Canyons
(760) 325-3400 / www.Indian-Canyons.com
The 15 mile-long Palm Canyon is five miles from
the center of Palm Springs. Enjoy a day of hiking or
horseback riding on Agua Caliente tribal land. The
Indian Canyons feature the only indigenous palm trees
in the continental U.S. In fact, Andreas, Murray and
Palm Canyons have the most palm trees in the world.
Onsite trading post, picnic grounds, hiking and horse
trails are open daily.
Joshua Tree National Park
(760) 367-5500 / www.Joshua.Tree.National-Park.com
This world-famous national park is a 45-minute scenic
drive north of the Coachella Valley. Whether you
are planning to stay several days or just a few hours,
you can enjoy camping, hiking, rock climbing, picnic
grounds and dramatic views of over one million acres
of spectacular Colorado and Mojave landscape.
Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains
National Monument
(760) 862-9984 / www.BLM.gov
Earl Henderson Trail / 4 miles
(760) 251-4800
Lush city hike that snakes along the west side of
Smoketree Mountain. 400-foot elevation gain.
Coachella Valley Hiking Trails
www.Hiking-In-PS.com/trails.html
Visit the Hiking in Palm Springs website for a
complete overview of hiking trails throughout the
Coachella Valley.
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Enjoy a day of hiking in a panoramic, protected
natural preserve that serves as the native habitat for
the peninsular bighorn sheep, salamander and desert
tortoise. Browse in the bookstore and gift shop located
in the Visitor Center off Highway 74.
Idyllwild
www.Idyllwild.com
Nestled in the San Jacinto Mountains, above the hustle
and bustle of city life, Idyllwild is a peaceful small town
set amid a serene pine forest. Legendary Tahquitz and
Suicide Rocks attract rock-climbers of all skill levels.
This pristine area offers perfect day hikes, as well as high
country adventures for longer overnight hiking journeys.
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Spas
Discover the source of relaxation. The Indian Wells
name is synonymous with rejuvenation and has
long served as a mecca for those seeking a healthy,
tranquil and pristine retreat. With four spectacular
spa choices, each with their own unique style and
approach, Indian Wells is the ultimate place to
revitalize and refresh.
Agua Serena Spa
(760) 674-4100 / www.AguaSerenaSpa.com
This state-of-the-art, 30,000 squarefoot spa at the Hyatt Grand Champions
Resort, Villas & Spa features 18 treatment
rooms ~ all with terraces. Spa services
range from traditional massages and body
treatments to therapeutic modalities, such
as Shiatsu and Thai massage. The spa also
features a bridal party preparation room, a
comprehensive fitness center with a yoga and exercise
studio, and a wide range of progressive skin care
procedures and wellness programs at The Medical and
Skin Spa.
Spa Esmeralda
(760) 836-1265 / www.SpaEsmeralda.com
Awaken your senses in the Renaissance
Esmeralda Resort’s 13,000 square-foot spa,
which features 19 treatment rooms. Gaze
at the alluring desert landscape from the
tranquil spa garden and soothe away the
day’s stress under a therapeutic waterfall.
Spa guests can partake in a variety of
massage treatments, facial and body therapies, and
salon services. Special signature treatments include the
Lavender Dreams.
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The WELL Spa at Miramonte
(866) THE-WELL / www.MiramonteResort.com
Designed to induce a state of complete
bliss, a Watsu pool, Vichy showers, mud
bars and meditation area highlight this
12,000 square-foot, Tuscan-inspired
spa. After tossing a wish coin into the
signature fountain, guests are escorted
to their treatment of choice selected from
a comprehensive menu of spa services.
Unique services found nowhere else in the valley
include a Bagno Vino (wine bath), Limon Vitale (lemon
vitality), and Bella Body,
which uses a warm
gauze torso wrap. The
WELL Spa also features
a well-appointed fitness
center, a calendar of
fitness classes, and
special activities.
Indian Wells Resort Hotel
In-Room Spa Treatments
Reservations (800) 248‑3220
Guests staying at the Indian Wells Resort
Hotel can enjoy a variety of spa treatments
in the privacy and comfort of their own
room ~ or poolside, if they prefer. For the
ultimate in personalized service, guests
can surrender body, mind and senses
to total relaxation by simply choosing a
treatment of choice at their convenience.
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Non-Stop Flights
One-Stop Connections
American Limousine..............................(760) 340-1051
A Votré Service......................................(760) 408-0208
Cardiff Limousine..................................(760) 568-1403
Classic Transportation...........................(760) 322-3111
Country Club Limousine........................(760) 320-0044
Presidential Limousine...........................(760) 320-7707
Red Carpet Limousine...........................(760) 325-4116
Sahara Limousine...................................(760) 251-7904
West Coast Transportation....................(760) 862-1220
Orlando
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Orleans
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Palm Springs International Airport
3400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs
(760) 318-3800 / www.PalmSpringsAirport.com
Allegiant Air............. allegiantair.com
Alaska...........................alaskaair.com
American................................aa.com
Delta/Delta Connection...... delta.com
Horizon Air...................alaskaair.com
Northwest*.......................... nwa.com
Sun Country*............suncountry.com
United/United Express..... united.com WestJet*.......................... westjet.com
U.S. Airways............... usairways,com
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(800) 252-7522
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(800) 359-6786
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(800) 428-4322
Taxi Companies
Ace Taxi.................................................(760) 835-2445
American Cab........................................(760) 775-1477
City Cab................................................(760) 416-2594
ClassiCab..............................................(760) 322-3111
Executive Taxi........................................(760) 864-1500
La Quinta Taxi.......................................(760) 564-7575
Sun Taxi.................................................(760) 567-5460
USA Taxi...............................................(760) 416-1200
VIP Express Taxi...................................(760) 322-2264
Yellow Cab.............................................(760) 345-8398
Regional Distances
from Indian Wells
Disneyland – 108 miles
Idyllwild – 44 miles
Lake Arrowhead – 88 miles
Las Vegas – 294 miles
Los Angeles – 122 miles
Newport Beach – 117 miles
Palm Springs – 14 miles
Phoenix – 253 miles
San Diego – 122 miles
Santa Barbara – 216 miles
Tucson – 366 miles
Train Service
Amtrak . ............................................... (800) 872-7245
Reno
Bus Companies
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NEVADA
Sacramento
Sun Bus..................................................(760) 343-3451
Morongo Basin Transportation............. (760) 366-2395
Greyhound............................................ (760) 325-2053
(. 800) 231-2222
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Barbara
Los Angeles
At Your Service.......................................(760) 343-0666
.(888) 700-7888
Desert Valley Shuttle...............................(760) 251-4020
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