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Homes That Define Palm Springs Bus Tour

This 90-minute tour will feature some of the most popular neighborhoods in Palm Springs, showcasing the most spectacular home styles, including pre-war Spanish Colonial Revival and a range of midcentury Modern residential styles

This tour will take you through some of Palm Springs’ most popular neighborhoods and see the most spectacular homes. We will see the pre-war homes built in the Spanish Colonial Revival style in Old Las Palmas, as well as the midcentury Modern style residences in Vista Las Palmas, Racquet Club Estates, Twin Palms and Indian Canyons. Designs by architects such as William Krisel, E. Stewart Williams, Donald Wexler and Hugh Kaptur will be highlighted.

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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