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Places (POIs) visited during this tour

Place #1
Distance: 0.00mi
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366 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262, USA
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North Palm Canyon Drive
We’re beginning our drive along North Palm Canyon Drive, the city’s main artery and historic backbone.

North Palm Canyon Drive follows an ancient path once used by the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, long before Palm Springs became a desert resort. What began as a natural corridor through the canyon eventually evolved into the city’s main street

By the 1940s and ’50s, this stretch became the social spine of Palm Springs, where movie stars, musicians, and designers cruised between hotels, clubs, and private estates — transforming a desert town into a glamorous Hollywood escape.

In just a moment, we’ll take a right to pass the Palm Springs Art Museum, before returning to Palm Canyon Drive and continuing toward the Walk of Stars.
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Distance: 0.04mi
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Belardo Rd &, N Museum Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262, USA
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Forever Marilyn statue by Seward Johnson
Get ready to turn left, but first on your left is Forever Marilyn, the iconic 26-foot sculpture by artist Seward Johnson, capturing Marilyn Monroe’s unforgettable moment from The Seven Year Itch.

This statue has traveled almost as much as its subject. First unveiled in Chicago in 2011, it later moved to New Jersey and then to Palm Springs. After sparking plenty of local debate and a brief relocation, Forever Marilyn returned downtown in 2021 — a reminder that Marilyn, like Palm Springs itself, never stays out of the spotlight for long.

Marilyn Monroe loved coming to Palm Springs as a place to relax away from Hollywood, and in just a short while, we’ll pass one of the homes she visited during her stays here, offering a glimpse into her desert escape.
Tour itinerary stops | Additional places you'll see on this self-guided tour

Map Pin Place 1 North Palm Canyon Drive
Map Pin Place 2 Forever Marilyn statue by Seward Johnson
Map Pin Place 3 Palm Springs Art Museum
Map Pin Place 4 Vibrant Palm Canyon Drive - Walk of the Stars
Map Pin Place 5 South Indian Canyon Drive
Map Pin Place 6 Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
Map Pin Place 7 The Movie Colony – Old Hollywood’s Desert Hideaway
Map Pin Place 8 Liberace House (The Cloisters)
Map Pin Place 9 Marilyn Monroe House
Map Pin Place 10 Elvis's Honeymoon Hideaway
Map Pin Place 11 Dean Martin's Vista Las Palmas
Map Pin Place 12 Donna Reed Estate
Map Pin Place 13 Kirk Douglas Estate
Map Pin Place 14 Dinah Shore House
Map Pin Place 15 Frank Sinatra's Twin Palms
Map Pin Place 16 The Iconic Parker Palm Springs
Map Pin Place 17 Howard Hughes Rim Road Views
Map Pin Place 18 Choose Your Ending – Downtown or Indian Canyons
Map Pin Place 19 Farewell



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How does the tour work?
UCPlaces acts as your personal tour guide, providing self-guided audio tours fully navigated within our app using GPS-based navigation. You won't need to switch between external navigation apps.
Whenever you approach a point of interest (POI) on the tour, our app will automatically play the relevant audio story at the right time and place.
If you start the tour before reaching the first POI, the app will navigate you to the starting point and then begin the tour.
How is this more convenient than a traditional tour?
UCPlaces offers an innovative and flexible way to explore exciting destinations on your terms.
Here are some key advantages over traditional tours:
  • No need to commit upfront or purchase in advance; buy a tour only when you're ready to go.
  • Walk at your own pace.
  • No waiting for groups; go on your schedule.
  • Take the tour in your preferred language.
  • Start, stop and continue the tour whenever you want.
  • Returning to the same destination? Take the tour again, and again, and again... And bring a friend!
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What's included?
  • A self-guided audio tour taken via the UCPlaces app [Android / iOS (iPhone) / Apple CarPlay].
  • Tour route map and in-app GPS navigation (via the UCPlaces app).
  • Audio stories for places visited during the tour.
  • Apple CarPlay connection (for iOS users); for a seamless driving tour experience.
What's NOT included?
  • Earphones (highly recommended).
  • Smartphone.
  • Any kind of transportation (including tickets and passes).
  • Tickets to the attractions on your tour.
  • Food and drinks
  • Physical tour guide.

Have any questions about this tour? Or a general travel / self-guided tours question? That's completely natural

+ How long does this tour take?
Most travelers complete this tour in approximately 1 to 1 hours, depending on pace, time spent at each stop, and optional detours. Having said that, please remember that self-guided tours are extremly flexible (you can start, pause, continue anytime) and everyone has their own pace.
+ What does this tour include?
This self-guided driving tour includes 19 stops, covering top attractions such as North Palm Canyon Drive, Forever Marilyn statue by Seward Johnson, Palm Springs Art Museum, Vibrant Palm Canyon Drive - Walk of the Stars, South Indian Canyon Drive.
+ Where does the tour start?
The tour starts at North Palm Canyon Drive (Address: 366 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262, USA). You can begin the tour there or join from any stop along the route.
+ What type of tour is this?
This is a self-guided driving tour designed to be completed by car, covering scenic routes, city highlights and optional key stops.
+ Can I do this tour at my own pace?
Yes, this is a self-guided driving tour, so you can start anytime and explore at your own pace. You can pause, skip stops, or spend more time at places that interest you. You can even split it into multiple days. Explore however feels right for you. The only vaiables that might affect your pace are speed limits and traffic congestion.
+ Do I need a car for this tour?
Yes, this is a driving tour, designed to be completed by car, with stops spread across different locations connected by a driving route.
+ Do I need anything in order to take the tour?
There are two things that you need - <b>1.</b> A mobile phone (with the UCPlaces app installed and active location services, and a cellular data plan with a decent signal for downloading the tour). <b>2.</b> A car. Here are some recommendations for a great experience: 1. Make sure your phone is fully charged and bring a charging cable for your car. 2. Connect your phone to the car speaker system via bluetooth or use our CarPlay/Android Auto option for the best experience.
+ How will I navigate from point to point during the tour?
The tour uses GPS-based navigation through the UCPlaces app, with automatic audio playback and step-by-step directions between stops. This works great either directly from your phone, or while connected to your car's multimedia system and using our CarPlay or Android Auto options. Just follow the route and listen to the audio guide. Use the resume feature to continue from where you recently stopped (or closed the app). Easily skip or go back to stops.
+ Is this tour suitable for families or groups?
Yes, self-guided tours are ideal for families and small groups, allowing everyone to explore comfortably without being tied to a fixed schedule.
+ What makes a self-guided tour better than a guided tour?
Self-guided tours are more flexible, affordable, and personalized. You can avoid crowds, choose your pace, and focus on the stops that interest you most.
+ I installed the app and it's now asking for GPS and media access permissions, why?
The app is your tour-guide, it needs to know where you are located on the map to be able to trigger the points of interest. It also needs access to audio and media files to provide you with this experience.
+ What happens if there are unexpected roadblocks or navigation issues?
We have been working hard to deliver a great experience. Though you may run into unexpected obstacles (the world is constantly changing), our app has multiple features and mechanisms in place to help you overcome them, including: AI assistance, force play an audio if you can't reach the stop, skip or return to stops, automatic rerouting and more.
+ Can I take the tour in my language?
Though all of our tours are primarily in English, many tours are muyltilingual (including: Spanish, German, Portuguese, French, Japanese, Hebrew, French, Arabic and more...). The tour language options depend on the specific tour - You can easily check which languages are available in the tour screen!