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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

A rotating tram car climbs from the desert floor to alpine forest, reaching Mountain Station at about 8,500 feet.

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is in Palm Springs.

Admission: Around $30 adults. Hours: Daily from 10am (8am weekends). Parking: Large lot; fills by 11am in winter.

It is 30-40 degrees colder at the top. Bring a jacket even in July.

Hours
Daily from 10am (8am weekends)
Admission
$36.95 adults; check current child and senior prices when booking
Address
1 Tram Way, Palm Springs, CA
Parking
Paid parking at Valley Station; overflow areas use a shuttle when operating.
Allow
Allow 2–3 hours for the tram, viewpoints and a short walk
Accessibility
The Valley and Mountain stations and tram cars are accessible; confirm trail conditions separately.

Before you go

  • The tram is closed for annual maintenance September 8–October 4, 2026.
  • Mountain Station can be 30–40°F cooler than the valley floor; carry a layer even in summer.
  • Reserve a timed departure before winter weekends, holidays and snow days.
Tickets & bookingOfficial website

Booking opens on pstramway.com, the attraction’s ticketing site.

Details checked September 19, 2026.

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