Discover fun activities near Downtown Palm Springs

Your getaway to Palm Desert, CA, offers abundant outdoor adventures, cultural events and entertainment. Our year-round temperate climate lets you take full advantage of our breathtaking desert terrain with visits to outdoor sites such as Joshua Tree National Park and Coachella Valley Preserve. Whether by Jeep, Hummer or on-foot, our nature and wildlife delight the whole family. In the morning, tee off at Mountain View Golf Course by our resort. For nights out and rewarding cultural experiences, stop by any number of museums or theaters in downtown Palm Springs.

Desert Willow Golf Courses

As a guest of The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert, you’ll have full access to the adjacent Desert Willow Golf Resort and special golf packages. Here, two award-winning championship golf courses—considered 36 holes of the Coachella Valley’s more challenging plays—converge in one legendary golf resort destination. Plus, the Palm Desert Golf Academy offers a world-class instruction facility just a chip shot away from your resort near Palm Springs.

Mountain View Course

Designed to be a transition between the more challenging, tournament-quality Firecliff course and the traditional course of fence-to-fence turf grass, flowers, and flowing water. Enjoy golf at Mountain View, one of the most popular activities to do near Palm Springs for keen golfers.

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Firecliff Course

This course is a true test of skill where golfers must negotiate their way around extensive natural areas and numerous water features.

On-Site Outlets
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Desert Willow Golf Resort

Guests at our Palm Desert golf resort have access to two championship courses at the adjacent Desert Willow Golf Resort. Golfers of all levels are welcomed to this legendary destination to play a few rounds or take lessons at the Palm Desert Golf Academy.

Splash and Slide Into Fun
Take a cool dip at any of our three pools for pure entertainment! Enjoy pool activities or feel relaxed in the outdoor whirlpool spas. The kids can have their own water time at the Jimmy Jammer or Sidewinder water slides for hours of fun. Bask in the Palm Desert sun for the ultimate tropical retreat
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WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio

Keep up with your workout routine during your stay at our Palm Desert resort with a pool.

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Swimming

Palo Verde Pool

Mon-Sun: 8:00 AM-10:00 PM

Outdoor

Ironwood Pool and Sidewinder Waterslide

Mon-Sun: 8:00 AM-10:00 PM

Outdoor

Mirage Pool and Jimmy Jammer Waterslide

Mon-Sun: 8:00 AM-10:00 PM

Outdoor

Children's Pool

Whirlpool

At Every Pool

Onsite Activities
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Grilling Areas

Gather with family and friends at the Grilling Areas for a wholesome dinner enjoying the gorgeous desert landscape.

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Fire Pit

A relaxing evening gathering at the onsite fire pit is the perfect way to end the day.

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Activities

Be entertained while on vacation with complimentary equipment check-out to enjoy activities like pickle ball, tennis or basketball.

Nearby Things To Do

Planet Fitness

4.0 Miles

Shadow Ridge Golf Club

3.0 Miles

Shadow Ridge Golf Club showcases stunning Palm Desert views and a challenging course with lush greens.

Club House

Shadow Ridge Golf Club

18 holes , 6923 yards , Par for course: 71
Golfers staying in our vacation rentals can tee off at the celebrated Desert Willow Golf Resort Learn More
Tour The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens or Palm Springs Aerial Tramway from our Palm Desert resort Learn More
Families love visiting the nearby Palm Desert Aquatic Center and the Children’s Discovery Museum Learn More
Spend the day shopping at all of your favorite stores at The Shops at Palm Desert Learn More
Experience Eurpoean and Native American works at the nearby Palm Springs Art Museum Learn More
Observe combat aircrafts from WW11 at the Palm Springs Air Museum Learn More

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