Palm Springs Modernism Architecture & History Bike Tour
Overview
Three architecturally and historically significant neighborhoods in south Palm Springs await your visit on this bike tour. Enjoy quiet streets, constant sunshine, and minimal traffic, making it suitable for novices and expert cyclists alike.
- 🚴♂️ Frequent stops will be made to take photos and learn about specific homes and architects.
- 📸 The neighborhoods included are Deepwell Estates, Twin Palms, and Indian Canyons.
- ⚠️ NOTE: BIKES ARE NOT INCLUDED! Discounted bike rentals are available at Big Wheel Tours, offering colorful retro cruiser bikes and e-bikes.
- 👶 This tour is designed for serious architecture and history fans; it may not be the most enjoyable for some children due to the academic-level information provided.
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- Perfect Weather
- Expert Tour Guide
- Bottled water
- Tour Guide gratuity is completely optional, of course! (cash or Venmo or margaritas, lol)
- Bring extra water! It's the desert -- you'll be glad you did!
- Bring sunscreen! We have 500 days of sun a year!
- Bikes are NOT INCLUDED in the tour price. Please rent from Big Wheel Tours, or you are welcome to bring your own bikes if you have access to some.
Meeting point
Return details
- We'll visit three distinctive and historic neighborhoods in south Palm Springs: Deepwell Estates, Twin Palms, and Indian Canyons. (pass by)
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Home to many luxury midcentury houses built starting in 1950.
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Twin Palms Estates is a historic neighborhood built by the Alexander Construction Company and designed by William Krisel.
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Condo community designed by William Krisel in 1961 -- the location where "Don't Worry Darling" was filmed.
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Indian Canyons Golf ResortMore luxury vacation homes, built starting in 1960.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.