What's better than a relaxing escape to the desert oasis? Sharing it with your closest girlfriends! From poolside lounging and gourmet dining to shopping sprees and nature explorations, Greater Palm Springs offers endless options. This expert guide, curated by top lifestyle influencers, helps you plan an unforgettable girls' weekend.

Fun in the Sun

The Saguaro Palm Springs

By Cynthia Serna, Notes by Cin

The ideal girls' getaway in Greater Palm Springs combines refreshing drinks, delicious food, and ample pool time. For an unmatched experience, head to The Saguaro Palm Springs. Soak up the sun and enjoy lively vibes at their Olympic-sized pool, complete with spirits and snacks from the Pool Bar. Dine at El Jefe for Mexican-inspired brunch, lunch, or dinner, and catch happy hour Monday-Friday from 3-6 p.m. It's perfect for bachelorette parties, with tailored packages available.

ARRIVE Palm Springs

By Niki Bowen, The Darling Niki

A poolside afternoon at a stunning hotel defines a girls' getaway in the oasis. Book a cabana at ARRIVE Palm Springs for a relaxed day in the sun, weekend poolside DJs, and the best Aperol Spritz around. Capture Instagram-worthy moments with colorful pool floats from Ice Cream & Shop(pe), like the turquoise parrot. Pure perfection!

Grub With the Gals

Norma's

By Alle Pierce, Alle Abroad

No spot rivals Norma's at Parker Palm Springs for indulgent brunch. Iconic orange doors and mid-century modern vibes scream Palm Springs glamour. Share the decadent fruit-filled Belgian waffle, the Waz-Za, and savor Huevos Rancheros. Elevate with a spa treatment at the Palm Springs Yacht Club.

Melvn's

By Caroline June, Love & Loathing LA

Greater Palm Springs brims with fun for girls' trips—hotels, bars, restaurants, spas. A top pick: dinner at Melvn's, followed by cocktails and live music in the bar. Dance amid historic charm that's quintessentially Palm Springs—unlike anywhere else.

Mountain High

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

By Brooke Butler, Brooke's Style Diary

Greater Palm Springs is prime for girls' weekends, famed for luxury resorts, architecture, and pools. Beyond hotel pools, try Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. A 10-minute ride elevates you to forested San Jacinto State Park with 54 miles of trails. Unwind with drinks overlooking the valley, then dine at Peaks Restaurant.

Stop and Smell the Cacti

Moorten Botanical Garden

By Katy Carrier, Palm Springs Style

Established in the 1930s, Moorten Botanical Garden showcases thousands of cacti and desert plants, including rare varieties in the Instagram-famous Cactarium. Stroll the grounds and pick up a cactus or succulent from the nursery—a fun girls' outing!

Treat Yourself

El Paseo Shopping District

By Kaylee Price, Kaylchip

Drive to El Paseo in Palm Desert, a mile-long haven of high-end boutiques, galleries, and eateries. Brunch at Wilma and Frieda's, then shop Anthropologie, The Body Deli, Saks Fifth Avenue, and vibrant Trina Turk. End at Tommy Bahama's terrace with grapefruit basil martinis and mountain views.

Dazzles & Revivals

By Corey Marshall, Miss Foodie Problems

Beyond eats, thrift hunting thrills. Dazzles offers curated home goods, jewelry, and accessories. Revivals locations provide vast selections of furniture, décor, and clothing—ideal for group treasure hunts!

Destination PSP

Photo by Nathan Cox Studios Courtesy of Acme House Company

By Kim Murashima, Cotton and Creme

Shopping is a girls' weekend must, especially at Destination PSP. This local gem curates Palm Springs lifestyle items from Desert Arc, Trina Turk, and Palm Springs Animal Shelter—far beyond tacky souvenirs.

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