Inland Empire, CA

Travel Guide

Inland Empire
Palm Springs which includes wildflowers
Palm Springs showing a house, landscape views and fishing
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway featuring hiking or walking as well as a small group of people
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway featuring a garden and hiking or walking

Where to stay in Inland Empire

Palm Springs Art Museum which includes interior views and art

Downtown Palm Springs

4.5/5(1,565 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Palm Springs is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Agua Caliente Casino and Agua Caliente Cultural Museum.

Downtown Palm Springs
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Panorama Heights

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Panorama Heights, Joshua Tree National Park and Joshua Tree Courthouse are top sights worth seeing.

Panorama Heights
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Moonridge

Skiing and mountain views are notable features of Moonridge. You might consider a stop by Big Bear Mountain Resort while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Moonridge
Big Bear Lake

Big Bear Central

If you're spending some time in Big Bear Central, Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain and Big Bear Marina are top sights worth seeing.

Big Bear Central
Palm Springs which includes wildflowers

Baristo

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

While visiting Baristo, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Theatre and Palm Springs Art Museum Architecture and Design Center.

Baristo
Palm Springs which includes wildflowers

Midtown

Though Midtown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Agua Caliente Casino and Agua Caliente Cultural Museum.

Midtown
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
41-000 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA
The price is ₩294,970 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
₩294,970
₩404,641 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Rancho Mirage. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,638 reviews)
"We love this property kid friendly and located next to a lot too!"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
Miracle Springs Resort & Spa

Miracle Springs Resort & Spa

3 out of 5
10625 Palm Dr, Desert Hot Springs, CA
The price is ₩94,361 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
₩94,361
₩123,186 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Desert Hot Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,408 reviews)
"Good costumer service, 24 hrs access to the pool an hot tubs was great, got a good massage it was very relaxing"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa

The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
71333 Dinah Shore Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA
The price is ₩176,388 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
₩176,388
₩255,218 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Rancho Mirage. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,039 reviews)
"the property overall is nice, but the rooms need updating and one of our queen beds squeked throughout the night when anyone sleeping on moved. It was quite annoying and disturbed our sleep. We brought it up to the front desk twice and they were dismissive."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa
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Lagonita Lodge

Lagonita Lodge

3 out of 5
183 Lagonita Ln, Big Bear Lake, CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,831 reviews)
We will be back!
"Loved the property and the lake views from the deck were beautiful. The indoor pool and upstairs game room were also wonderful."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Lagonita Lodge
Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis

Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis

3.5 out of 5
34567 Cathedral Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Cathedral City. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a golf course. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,523 reviews)
"Always a lovely and relaxing stay at this property. Such comfy beds and a very convenient full kitchen. We'll definitely be back!"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis
Snow Lake Lodge

Snow Lake Lodge

3 out of 5
41579 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the bathrooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (468 reviews)
"Large room but nearby a noisy road"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

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Popular places to visit

Joshua Tree National Park

Joshua Tree National Park

Few places in the world combine high and low desert flora, fauna and geology like this breathtaking expanse of preserved wilderness.

Joshua Tree National Park
The photo was shot at the Palm Springs convention center at dusk. The mountain cat which appears so real was the silhouette of a bronze sculpture. The beautiful backdrop made for a surreal image.

Palm Springs Convention Center

Learn about the events happening at Palm Springs Convention Center during your trip to Palm Springs. Discover the area's spas, or seek out its golf courses.

Palm Springs Convention Center
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway showing tranquil scenes, views and landscape views

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

Glide over cliffs, wildlife and several vegetation zones as this glass-enclosed ride carries you up dramatic mountainsides.

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Snow Summit

Snow Summit

Hit the slopes in Big Bear Lake with a visit to Snow Summit. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Snow Summit
Palm Springs Air Museum showing aircraft

Palm Springs Air Museum

Imagine taking to the skies at one of the largest collections of World War II aircraft in the world.

Palm Springs Air Museum
Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance

Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance

Enjoy the desert landscapes and explore Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance, a lovely green space in Twentynine Palms. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance

Cities near Inland Empire

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Inyokern

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Rialto

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Big Bear Lake

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