Walking Palm Springs "Twin Palms" Private Tour

Overview

For 2 hours, enjoy a private, guided stroll through the charming and historic "Twin Palms Estates" residential neighborhood in Palm Springs, California and its jewel-like array of 1950s mid-century modern home designs - many featuring original, iconic "butterfly-style" rooflines. You'll hear how this groundbreaking development was a first as well as insight about architect William Krisel's extraordinary vision.

Plus, we'll see former residences of several famous personalities, including Debbie Reynolds and Ray Bradbury.

Like the idea of a private stroll through a lushly landscaped neighborhood under towering palms while discovering an inspiring collection of noted Palm Springs home designs? This tour is for you.

IMPORTANT:
Restrooms are not available before or during the tour.
Bring bottled water if desired.
Tour is not of Frank Sinatra's former residence named "Twin Palms."

Palm Springs license #OC-005497-2024
Member, P.S. Historical Society
Member, P.S. Preservation Foundation

City: Palm Springs

Thu 10 Apr

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Starting at $195.00

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Thu 10 Apr

Starting at $195.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Guided tour

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Total distance walked is about 1 mile on flat pavement.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (8)

JillTrimble

Apr 2024

The "Twin Palms" tour was a highlight of our trip!! Doug was amazing to have as our guide. He was extremely professional, informative and knowledgeable. . He made the tour fun as well as educational. Doug, also went above and beyond in helping us with other suggestions for our trip in Palm Springs. I rate Doug a 10+ !

Response from Host

May 2024

Thank you! We had a very fun tour together. And I’m happy to know that my suggestions for hotel, dining and other attractions were a hit. I hope we can meet again someday. Best wishes to you!

garygW8551AT

Apr 2024

Great tour about the local architecture and some history of the area. This is not a celebrity tour as such. Walking around the Twin Palm neighborhood was very informative.

Response from Host

Apr 2024

Thank you! Your curiousity and comments about the homes and the mid-century time period were interesting and eye-opening. Exploring the neighborhood with you was fun.

H668EDjanets

Apr 2024

Such an interesting and informative tour of the Twin Palms area. Thoroughly enjoyed the architectural history. Doug is very knowledgeable and answered all my questions. Highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host

Apr 2024

Thank you! As we agreed, you don’t need to be an architect to engage with the wonderful homes on this tour. I enjoyed our morning together.