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Bella da Ball's Celebrity Homes Bus Tour

Bella da Ball, Palm Springs' own drag emcee, guides this special sunset tour of Palm Springs celebrity haunts, clubs and homes.

Step on board the double-decker bus for a Fabulous tour of Bella da Ball's Palm Springs. The bus departs at twilight with Bella da Ball, social ambassador, emcee, and hostess with big hair, short skirts and a killer smile. Bella will show you the homes of the Hollywood stars, dish on celebrities, and show you the clubs where the stars hung out, partied, and conducted their affairs. Bella's bus will glide past the American Legion–home of radio broadcasts, two of Liberace's homes, the Trixie Motel made famous on television, Dinah Shore's compound, the home where Frank and Ava lived, the house where Elvis honeymooned and much more. Join us for a bell-ringing tour of Bella da Ball's Palm Springs as seen through her rose-colored glasses!

Modernism—the lifestyle, the look, the feel, the food, the attire, the people, their homes, their evenings, music, art and fashion.

Photo Credits: David A. Lee, Arianne Keens

Location & Attendee Information

  • What are the appropriate ages for this activity?Person Ages 13 and older
  • Are pets, animals, or service animals permitted?Dog on a leash No pets, service animals with prior notification
  • What is required for check-in at this activity?Clipboard Early arrival for check-in required
  • Are food and drinks permitted?Food and drink No food or drinks, water encouraged
  • What are the mobility considerations for this activity?Person walking Seated activity
  • What type of parking is available?Car Public parking available
  • Is photography permitted?Camera Photography permitted
  • Are restrooms available?Restroom sign Restrooms not available
  • Is this an indoor or outdoor activity?Sun Outdoor activity
  • What is the policy regarding smoking?Cigarette with smoke No smoking or e-cigarettes
  • What type of tour is this?Group of people Exterior views only
  • What type of ADA accessibility is available?Wheelchair Limited wheelchair accessibility
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