TourTruth score 9.4 out of 10
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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Round-Trip Ticket
TourTruth score 5.3 out of 10
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3,195 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score
- Palm Springs
- Updated November 4, 2026
Ride the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway from desert floor to mountain views, with a rotating car and access to trails, dining, and shops.
About this tour
Trade Palm Springs’ desert heat for crisp mountain air on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, where a rotating tramcar climbs toward the forests and viewpoints of Mount San Jacinto. The ascent reveals broad views across the desert as the landscape shifts from sunlit valley to alpine terrain.
Your round-trip ticket takes you from Valley Station to Mountain Station, gaining 5,873 feet over a ride of about 15 minutes each way. The tramcar floor slowly rotates, offering changing 360-degree views along the journey. At the top, explore Mount San Jacinto State Park’s 54 miles of hiking trails, visit the viewpoints and shops, or choose from on-site dining. Seasonal activities include snowshoeing and cross-country skiing when weather permits.
Mountain Station is typically about 30°F cooler than the desert floor, so pack an extra layer. Present your voucher for a timed ticket on the next available car, then enjoy a memorable change of scenery with the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway.
Highlights
- Rise from the desert floor to mountain views aboard a rotating tramcar
- Take in sweeping 360-degree views of the desert and surrounding landscape
- Explore 54 miles of hiking trails in Mount San Jacinto State Park
- Find dining, shops, and seasonal outdoor activities at Mountain Station
What's included
Included
- Round-trip tram ride
- Timed ticket for the next available tram car
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Parking ($15.00 per vehicle)
Ratings on each provider
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View on ViatorViator
4.41 / 5 · 2,217 reviews
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View on GetYourGuideGetYourGuide
4.63 / 5 · 978 reviews
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Important information
- Present your voucher at the ticket office or ticketing booth to receive a timed ticket for the next available tram car
- Tram cars have no seats, and passengers stand throughout the ride
- Tram cars hold up to 80 people
- Mountain Station is generally 30°F cooler than the desert floor; bring a sweater in summer or a jacket in winter
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- The tramway may experience delays or periodic shutdowns due to unforeseen circumstances; voucher redemption and refunds are not guaranteed in these cases
- Long lines may occur during holiday periods
- Parking is available in 13 paved lots near Valley Station; free shuttle service to the entrance operates on weekends and holidays
- The Valley Station, Mountain Station, and tram cars are wheelchair accessible
- Strollers are permitted; service animals are allowed, but pets are not
- The ride travels approximately 12,800 feet and climbs 5,873 feet
- Parking costs $15.00 per vehicle
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tram ride?
The ride takes about 15 minutes each way.
How do I get my timed ticket?
Present your voucher at the ticket office or ticketing booth. Tickets are issued for the next available tram car on a first-come, first-served basis.
Is the Tramway wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The Valley Station, Mountain Station, and tram cars are wheelchair accessible.
Are pets allowed?
Pets are not allowed. Service animals are permitted.
What should I wear?
Mountain Station is generally 30°F cooler than the desert floor, so bring a sweater in summer or a jacket in winter.
How this score is calculated
This tour scores 4.41 on Viator and 4.63 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.
How the score works and rating distribution in Palm Springs
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 5.3.
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