we took the ride to the top on a monday afternoon around noon. four adults and two children (ages 2 and 3). the drive up to the main building was steep, over 2000 feet above sea level. when you actually get to the parking lot the walk up to the building is steep. i imagine this place gets pretty busy... more

The ride up the mountain was thrilling with good views from anywhere in the car, not so good if you don't like heights! You need to take a jumper or jacket as the air is cold even though the sun is hot. We took a packed lunch and walked the desert view trail and found a flat rock on the... more

I waited a long time to get on a tram car coming down. It really wore me out. It is nice up there but I would not do it again. Just the walk up the parking lot was exhaustive. And I am not a wimp and I am an outdoor person too. Scenery was very nice! more

The tram takes you up to 8500 ft above sea level to a plush forest. It is so unique to go from desert to forest. I highly recommend taking this in. The views from the top are sensational. You will not be disappointed. It is about 30-40 degrees cooler up there. Recommend taking a jacket. more

Travelled up August of this year.Ceratinly cooler on the top than 105 degree on ground level. Cost $78 for 2 adults and 2 children, which we thought was on the expensive side. The tram rototes 360 degrees as you go up so you get a full view all sides of the trip. Building on the top very 1960's and looking... more

I venture to Palm Springs many times throughout the year. Went up to the top of the mountain (Aerial Tramway) recently in June, 2009. What a fantastic day. The weather was perfect (about 60-65 degrees) and so clear. Breathtaking views. I try to do the Tramway at least twice a year. I've been up there with the snow twice. Make... more

Amazing! The tram ride was a little scary just due to the height and being suspended from a cable. Once at the top we hiked the Desert View Trail. The views were OUTSTANDING! Believe it or not there are actually trees there that smell like butterscotch. I recommend doing the ride and dine package. more

Though I wasn't quite sure what I was getting into, this was one of the best parts of our recent vacation to Palm Desert. Getting up and down (for me) was iffy, but once we arrived up top I was amazed. It is really beautiful up there. The service at the full service restaurant wasn't the greatest, but the food... more

Probably been said before, but a ride with the Aerial Tram is a must do while in Palm Springs. The ride provides stunning views, both on the way up and down and at the top .You really get a good feeling for what the valley looks like and how brutal nature can be ... It’s an extra plus the tram... more