Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket
Overview
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On a hot summer's day, one of the best things to do in Palm Springs is to take a ride from the dry desert floor with the Aerial Tramway, 5,873 feet up into the cool climate of the San Jacinto Mountains. Come and ascend into a pristine wilderness aboard the world's largest rotating tramcars! Truly one of the greatest experiences in Southern California!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please present voucher to the ticket office. Tickets will be timed for the next available tram car as a first come first serve basis.
The Tramway is subject to delays and periodic shutdowns due to unforeseen circumstances and is not responsible for ticket refunds or the inability to redeem a voucher
Tramway cars hold 80 people each and there are no seats. Passengers remain standing throughout the journey up the mountain
Distance is approximately 12,800 feet, with a vertical ascent of 5,873 feet - 15 minutes travel time one way
The tramway is known as a double reversible type of aerial tramway. Each car remains on one pair of track cables moving up and down without turning around. Each car serves as a counter balance to the other, the descending car is helping pull the ascending car up the mountain
Strollers are permitted on this tour
During holiday periods, you may experience long lines. We recommend you travel outside of these peak times to fully enjoy everything the tramway and mountain have to offer.
There is parking in 13 paved lots near Valley Station. There is free shuttle service from parking lots to Valley Station entrance available weekends and holiday periods
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
San Jacinto Mountain
San Jacinto Mountain
What‘s Included
Round-trip tram ride
Tickets timed for the next available tram car as a first come first serve basis
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Parking ($15.00 per vehicle)
Meeting points
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
1 Tramway Rd, Palm Springs United States
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket
Reviews
2,043 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience but beware of possible service interruptions
965gianp,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This is a great experience that you must try when visiting Palm Springs. It is very easy to get to. The ride and views are spectacular. It’s worth planning to spend time on top of the mountain. There are some amazing trails to hike. Just be prepared for a relatively colder climate. Maybe it was our luck, but on two consecutive days, there were technical difficulties and we suffered more than 3 hour delays to get off the mountain. So beware and don’t come if you have a tight schedule..
I want to go again!
Cheryl M,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lots of fun. Very exciting. The views are exceptional. The gondola drivers are fun and personable. The restaurants are reasonably priced.
Loved the rotating tram!
Wanderer525137,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved it! Will definitely go back if I’m ever in the area again. I won’t buy “voucher” in advance next time, since you still have to stand in line for tickets.
Amazing Views
ejwhite340,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing views, super organized and professional staff, clean, and can’t wait to come again.
No power!
CINDY H,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Tram was running very late due to electrical failure. Friend said it did the same last week but people were stuck on tram for 8 hours!
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Stephen H,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Hot at the bottom and very Cold at the top, bring layers. The restaurant and drinks are very pricey.
This is just a voucher...
Kelly R,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is just a voucher that you present to the ticket counter inside for a ticket to board the tram.
Palm Springs Tram
mark k,May 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Dress warm top of mountain gets cold Layers is best High altitude 8500 you may feel a little light headed
I must when visiting Palm Springs
hairbyvinnie,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I took some friends to Palm Springs for the first time, and we stopped at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. It was such a cool experience. At one point they were a little shaken by how high we were going, but they ended up loving it. Once we got to the top, we walked around, took in all the views, and enjoyed some food and drinks. It was a wonderful time—definitely a must-do when visiting Palm Springs.
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EdwardandCharlene A,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful views, pristine wilderness. You can spend the whole day hiking or just a couple hours relaxing.
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