5 Iconic Romantic Spots in Greater Palm Springs for Unforgettable Dates
Greater Palm Springs offers endless romantic backdrops, but for truly memorable moments, discover these five legendary spots perfect for couples seeking magic and intimacy.
1. Elvis and Priscilla's Honeymoon Hideaway
Known as the House of Tomorrow, this midcentury modern gem on Ladera Circle in Palm Springs served as Elvis and Priscilla Presley's honeymoon hideaway. Tour the iconic home and immerse yourself in the love story of the couple who rented it for a year in the 1960s—don't forget a selfie!
Insider tip: The famous pair reportedly evaded paparazzi through the backyard on their wedding day. Frank Sinatra's limo driver waited to whisk them to the airport. After tying the knot in Las Vegas, they returned here for their honeymoon.
2. A Sweet Escape at Shields Date Garden
Head to this vintage treasure, Shields Date Garden in Indio, established in 1924. Sample thousands of dates to find your favorite—though yours truly is the one by your side! Indulge in a thick, decadent date shake, stroll the lush gardens, dine at the café, and watch their classic film, "Romance and Sex Life of the Date."
3. Horseback Romance in Indian Canyons
Experience romance on horseback through the sacred Indian Canyons in Palm Springs, ancestral home of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, open to the public. Join a guided tour with Smoke Tree Stables—request Romeo the horse!—and traverse palm oases, streams, and desert trails to breathtaking canyon views.
4. Vista Point: Desert Vistas for Two
Drive up Highway 74 in Palm Desert to Vista Point for panoramic desert views. Snuggle up, pack snacks, and let the moment linger as you share whispers of affection amid the vast landscape.
5. Speakeasy Vibes at Colony Palms Hotel
End your evening at the historic Colony Palms Hotel in Palm Springs. Sip fiery cocktails at the Purple Palm bar, like the smoking 1805 Old Fashioned with burning rosemary or the Purple Gang, named after mobster Al Wertheimer, who opened the hotel in 1936. The former casino speakeasy basement sparks intriguing conversation in its sultry purple-and-red ambiance.
