Spring break in the valley
A week of family days out: attractions, outdoor fun and treats, all from our family directory.
- Spring is the busiest season. Book tours and popular spots ahead.
- Mix one big outing with an easy park day so nobody burns out.
- Weekday mornings are the quietest time almost everywhere.
397 places
- Children's Discovery Museum of the DesertKid-friendlyFamily favoriteHands-on museum for young kids: building, art and pretend play; birthday parties.
- Joshua Tree National ParkKid-friendlyFamily favoriteBoulder scrambling, Hidden Valley, Cholla Cactus Garden; Junior Ranger program for kids.
Palm Springs Aerial TramwayKid-friendlyFamily favoriteWorld's largest rotating tram car up to Mt. San Jacinto; trails and snow play at the top, often 30–40° cooler.
Palm Springs Air MuseumKid-friendlyFamily favoriteWWII and Cold War aircraft in air-conditioned hangars; flight simulators and cockpit sit-ins for kids.- The Living Desert Zoo & GardensKid-friendlyFamily favoriteDesert zoo and botanical garden with giraffe feeding, rhinos, carousel and a kids' play area.
- 40 by 30 ChampionsKid-friendlySports league in Palm Desert.
- 7 Lakes Country ClubGolf course in Palm Springs.
- A Plus Daycare AcademyKid-friendlyDaycare and preschool in Indio.
- AAP - Food SamaritansKid-friendlyYouth organization in Palm Springs.
- After School Martial Arts CenterKid-friendlyMartial arts school in Indio.
- Agua Caliente ParkPark in Cathedral City.
- Aleem's School Of Taekwondo & KickboxingKid-friendlyMartial arts school in Rancho Mirage.
- Aloisio Silva Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Shadow HillsKid-friendlyMartial arts school in Indio.
- Ana's WeeCareKid-friendlyChild care in Cathedral City.
- Andalusia Country ClubGolf course in La Quinta.
- Andreas Canyon TrailheadHiking trail in Palm Springs.
- Angels Black Tiger Martial Arts and FitnessKid-friendlyMartial arts school in Cathedral City.
- Anza-Borrego Desert State ParkKid-friendlyGiant metal sculptures of dinosaurs and animals, spring wildflowers and an easy palm oasis hike. Start at the visitor center for maps and ranger walks.
- Araby TrailheadHiking trail in Palm Springs.
- Arroyo ParkPark in Desert Hot Springs.
- Arroyos Desert PrincessGolf course in Cathedral City.
- Art Smith TrailheadHiking trail in Palm Desert.
- Aurelian GymnasticsKid-friendlyGymnastics gym in Thousand Palms.
- Avondale Golf ClubGolf course in Palm Desert.
- AYSO Region 588Kid-friendlySports league in Desert Hot Springs.
- Bagdouma ParkA 46-acre park with a community pool, tennis courts, sports fields and picnic areas.
- Baristo ParkPark in Palm Springs.
- Bautista's Family Organic DatesFarm in Mecca.
- Bear Creek Nature TrailheadHiking trail in La Quinta.
- Bear Creek Oasis TrailHiking trail in La Quinta.
- Berger Foundation IceplexKid-friendlyPublic skating, skating lessons, camps and youth hockey.
- Beyond the Beat Dance StudioKid-friendlyDance studio in Palm Desert.
- Big Brothers Big SistersKid-friendlyYouth organization in Palm Desert.
- Big Horn Overlook Hiking TrailPark in Rancho Mirage.
- Big League Dreams Sports ParkKid-friendlyMini replicas of famous ballparks; youth leagues, tournaments and batting cages.
Big Morongo Canyon PreserveKid-friendlyShaded boardwalk through a desert marsh; famous for birdwatching.- Bighorn Golf ClubGolf course in Palm Desert.
- BIKE Palm Springs Rentals & ToursBike rental in Palm Springs.
- Bike Palm Springs Rentals On Tahquitz Canyon WayBike rental in Palm Springs.
- Blixseth Mountain ParkDesert landscaping and walking paths with mountain views.
- Bobadilla Family Child CareKid-friendlyDaycare and preschool in Indio.
- Boomers! Cathedral CityKid-friendlyGo-karts, mini golf, bumper boats, batting cages and arcade.
- Boyd Family Child CareKid-friendlyDaycare and preschool in Indio.
- Boys & Girls ClubKid-friendlyYouth organization in La Quinta.
- Boys & Girls ClubKid-friendlyYouth organization in Palm Desert.
- Boys & Girls Club of Cathedral CityKid-friendlyYouth organization in Cathedral City.
- Boys & Girls Club of Coachella ValleyKid-friendlyAfter-school and summer programs at several clubhouses across the valley.
- Boys & Girls Club of Palm SpringsKid-friendlyYouth organization in Palm Springs.
- Boys & Girls ClubsKid-friendlyYouth organization in Mecca.
- Boys and Girls Club CoachellaKid-friendlyYouth organization in Coachella.
- Boys and Girls Club IndioKid-friendlyYouth organization in Indio.
- Bright Beginning PreschoolKid-friendlyDaycare and preschool in La Quinta.
- Browns Town ParkPark in Desert Hot Springs.
- Bump N Grind Hiking TrailHiking trail in Palm Desert.
- Butler Abrams TrailHiking trail in Rancho Mirage.
- C K DanceKid-friendlyDance studio in Palm Springs.
- Cabazon DinosaursKid-friendlyThe giant dinosaurs off the I-10, about 20 minutes past Palm Springs. Seeing them outside is free; the dinosaur walk and museum cost extra.
Cabot's Pueblo MuseumHand-built Hopi-style pueblo with guided tours and a hilltop viewpoint.- Cahuilla Hills ParkA shady park with picnic tables near the hillside trails.
- Cahuilla ParkPark in Indio.
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