La Quinta is a picturesque resort set in the sun-drenched Coachella Valley. The city combines dramatic desert landscapes with luxury health, wellness and recreation experiences. Shop in the atmospheric Old Town, indulge at upscale day spas and play world-class golf courses.
Things to do in La Quinta
Stroll around the pedestrian-friendly Old Town and browse boutiques, galleries and specialty stores. Shop for Californian produce at the weekly market and enjoy community events like live music and outdoor film screenings. Colourful sculptures, murals and public art installations add to the atmosphere.
Lush golf courses surround La Quinta and offer championship layouts and stunning desert views. You’ll find everything from beginner-friendly public courses to exclusive, members-only clubs. High-profile events are held in La Quinta every year and attract top golfers from around the world.
Luxury resorts make La Quinta a wellness mecca. Treat yourself to a full-day spa experience complete with a relaxing massage, facial and body wrap. Work up a sweat in a fitness class or reset on a holistic yoga and meditation retreat.
Enjoy a sun-soaked day on the banks of Lake Cahuilla. The sky-blue lake is the perfect place to enjoy a picnic and catch freshwater fish. Paddle around the lake in a canoe and cool off in the enormous outdoor swimming pool.
La Quinta is framed by the rugged Santa Rosa Mountains, one of the top hiking destinations in the Coachella Valley. Follow well-marked trails to hidden waterfalls and scenic lookouts. Further afield is Joshua Tree National Park, where you can discover an otherworldly desert landscape. Climb enormous rock formations and admire unique flora like cholla cacti, desert marigolds and, of course, Joshua trees.
Getting around La Quinta
Downtown La Quinta is compact and easy to get around on foot. The city is in Riverside County, a 2.5-hour drive from San Diego and Los Angeles. Rental cars offer the freedom to visit La Quinta and explore the Coachella Valley at your own pace. Los Angeles International Airport is a three-hour drive away.