Top Rated Attractions in Indio

This vast living museum of desert flora and fauna is a must-see for most visitors to the Coachella Valley. More than 400 species thrive here, including Mexican gray wolves, bobcats, mountain lions, and golden eagles. The Village Watutu exhibit expands the desert experience to include the regions of Africa, so the collection also includes camels, zebras, and cheetahs. In addition, “Wildlife Wonders” shows are held in the Tennity Amphitheater daily.

A thrilling cable car ride shuttles visitors from the desert floor to the heights of Mt. San Jacinto, where you might experience a 40-degree temperature drop in just a few minutes. While many visitors just hop up for the view, it can be a starting point for many outdoor activities like hiking and mule rides. At the top, you’ll also find a cocktail bar and restaurant with stunning views.

Deserts provide great conditions for preserving planes, and this huge collection of historic planes is a Palm Springs landmark. Enjoy getting an up-close view of aerial history in huge, air-conditioned hangars, and then watch a movie in the Buddy Rogers Theater. There is a gift shop filled with airplane-themed souvenirs. Special events include air shows largely featuring aircraft from the World War II-era as well as children's activities and lectures that are often presented by the men and women who originally flew the planes.

A popular spot with locals, celebrities and tourists alike, Purple Room is a must-visit during your time in Palm Springs especially if you are looking for a fun-filled night while feasting on hearty delicacies and drinks. Not only does the club host live jazz performances but dinner shows also take place here on the weekend. One can also go for a parody of the hit 1960s The Judy Garland Show, dubbed by the name of The Judy Show. Besides the entertaining performances that take place six nights a week, the Purple Room is also known for its great food that includes small plates, salads, mains and desserts. Tempura Fried Dates, Lime Tartlet and Pork Tenderloin are just some of the delicacies you can feast on while you are here. If you are in the mood for a memorable night, head to the Purple Room for a great time.

Situated at the foot of scenic Mt. San Jacinto, this art museum in downtown Palm Springs offers lovers of art a treat. It's not just paintings that you get admire here, as the museum also has extensive performing arts programs. Expand your knowledge about natural science or just take in the beauty of your surroundings. The various exhibitions held here shouldn't be missed.

Spread alongside the zigzagging South Palm Canyon Drive, the Indian Canyons have been the ancestral homes of the Cahuilla Indians' Agua Caliente Band for nearly a millennium. Revered by local Native Americans, these beautiful canyons are treasured by scientists and paleontologists for their vivid rock artwork and petroglyphs that offer insights into tribal life. A much-needed getaway from the sometimes glitzy atmosphere of Palm Springs, the sparkling streams, and the untamed arid wilderness allows its visitors to be one with nature. A phenomenon named the 'Witch of Tahquitz Canyon' can be occasionally spotted here which is essentially an eerie shadow cast on the slopes of the canyon.