Indoor Experiences

Palm Springs is known for it’s beautiful weather, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend every waking moment outdoors!

Whether it is too hot, too windy, or you just want to experience some of the amazing family friendly indoor options the Coachella Valley has to offer, this is the list for you! Visit some of our wonderful museums, find places to get creative, snuggle some cats, or let the kids get their energy out at an indoor play space. If you know where you want to find places to play indoors click on the city name below, or scroll the list to find your next indoor experience!

Cathedral City

A young child with curly hair walking on a thumbtack-shaped slide in an indoor playground. The child is smiling and wearing a blue T-shirt with a bear graphic.

Zebra World
69044 E. Palm Canyon Dr.
Cathedral City, CA 92234

Zebra World is an indoor playground for kids of all ages. Including, trampolines, rope ladders, obstacles, miniature ninja warrior course, jungle gym, and a toddler foam block play area. There is plenty of seating for parents and a variety of food for purchase at the cafe.

Palm Desert

Berger Foundation Iceplex
75702 Varner Rd.
Palm Desert, CA 92211

Ready to get on the ice? Berger Foundation Iceplex is located next to Acrisure Arena, home of the Coachella Valley Firebirds! Lace up your skates and show your kids your kids how to glide effortlessly (or fall spectacularly) during one of their public skate sessions.

FFCV Tip* - Check out their Skate and Save opportunities for discounts on public skate or skate rental, and discounts at local businesses like Zebra World, Get Air, Palm Springs Surf Club, and Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert!

Palm Springs

Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
140 N Indian Canyon Dr.
Palm Springs, CA 92262

Explore the history and culture of the Agua Caliente People through five permanent exhibition areas, a changing gallery, and the outdoor Oasis Trail.


Fired Up Pottery
440 El Cielo Rd., Ste 6
Palm Springs, CA 92262

Paint pottery or canvases in a family friendly atmosphere! Great for special events, celebrations, or just a fun activity any time!


Girl kneeling on the floor in a cat cafe, playing with several cats and kittens using a fishing pole toy. Entertainment and pet furniture such as scratching posts, a tunnel, and lounging areas are visible. Other patrons are sitting and socializing in the background.

Frisky Business Cat Cafe
4781 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Suite F
Palm Springs, CA 92264

If you can’t have cats at home, if you are visiting from out of town and miss your cat, if you’re looking to adopt a cat, or simply want to support their goal of “creating a bridge between potential adopters and cats in need of forever homes” by purchasing a beverage and a snack, this is the place for you.

Snuggle a cat, enjoy a beverage, adopt a cat, leave happy.

*FFCV Tip - Reservations recommended if you want to ensure availability for your snuggle session.


Palm Springs Air Museum
745 North Gene Autry Tr.
Palm Springs, CA 92262

Experience aircraft, exhibits, artifacts, and artwork from World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Global War on Terror.

*FFCV Tip - Kids 12 & under are free with a paid adult!


Palm Springs Art Museum
101 Museum Dr.
Palm Springs, CA 92262

Enjoy art exhibits, collections, programs, and performances for all ages.

*FFCV Tips - The museum is free every Thursday night!


Tiny Toddler Indoor Playground
1243 North Gene Autry Trail
Palm Springs, CA 92262

Kids ages 0-8 will enjoy a soft play zone, imaginative play setups, and inflatable and sensory rooms with rotating items and themes. Walk-ins welcome, reservations encouraged.

*FFCV Tip: Follow their social media for discounted days!

Rancho Mirage

Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert
71701 Gerald Ford Dr.
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

Three indoor buildings and outdoor space for hands on, creative, imaginative play, best for kids 0-8.

*CDMoD is a certified Autism Center.