Premier Double Decker Architectural Bus Tour

Modernism Week’s signature tour! The Premier Double Decker Architectural Bus Tour provides guests with a 2.5 hour overview of significant civic and commercial buildings, as well as residential properties located within notable Palm Springs neighborhoods, including the midcentury “leisure lifestyle” communities in South Palm Springs. Led by knowledgeable guides, this open-air experience offers unique, exterior perspectives of Desert Spanish and Midcentury Modern architecture, two predominant styles found in Palm Springs. From the oldest existing structure in Palm Springs, the McCallum Adobe, and the expansive grounds of the exclusive Villa Paradiso Estate, to Albert Frey’s 800 square foot “Frey House II” perched on the mountainside, passengers will gain a better understanding of the historical richness and architectural diversity found in this desert oasis.

Tour highlights include exterior views of William Krisel’s House of Tomorrow, Richard Neutra’s architectural masterpiece, the Kaufmann Desert House, Donald Wexler & Richard Harrison’s Steel Development Houses, and E. Stewart Williams’ legendary “Twin Palms” estate, the former residence of Frank Sinatra. Other architecturally significant buildings on the tour will include Palm Springs City Hall, Saint Theresa Parish, and the iconic Tramway Gas Station, now the Palm Springs Visitors Center. Discover why Palm Springs is synonymous with Desert Modernism! 

2.5 LU's

Things To KnowAges 13 and older
This is an outdoor activity
Wheelchair accommodations available
No pets, service animals with prior notification
Photography permitted
No food or drinks, water OK
Public parking available
Seated activity
Limited restroom availability
Exterior views only
Early arrival for check-in required
No smoking or e-cigarettes

Important InformationBus tours depart promptly, rain or shine.
Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the tour departure time to exchange your E-ticket for a Boarding Pass at the Bus Check-in Desk.
Check-in CLOSES 10 minutes before departure.
If you have not obtained a Boarding Pass, your seat will be sold to a stand-by guest.
Latecomers cannot be accommodated.
Seating: Tickets are for the upper deck only.
Wheelchair accessible for lower deck only. If you are boarding a wheelchair, please provide 24 hours notice to [email protected].
Prohibited: Alcoholic beverages, glass containers.
Hats, sunscreen, and bottled water are highly recommended.
Comfort Stop: Yes
The organizer of this event is Modernism Week.

Check-in Location Hyatt Palm Springs
285 N Palm Canyon Dr
Palm Springs, CA 92262View Map

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