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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket

Non-refundable
Adult Max 10
SGD 42.22
Child Max 10
SGD 24.28
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Highlights

  • Rotating Tramcar: The world's largest rotating aerial cabin completes two full revolutions during the ten-minute ascent to provide continuous views of Chino Canyon.

  • Ecological Transition: The nearly six-thousand-foot climb transitions from the arid desert environment into an alpine pine forest.

  • Mountain Station Facilities: The summit complex features observation decks, a natural history museum, and two dining options.

  • State Park Access: More than fifty miles of hiking trails within Mount San Jacinto State Park are accessible directly from the top station.

About Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket

Ride the world's largest rotating aerial tramway up through five distinct ecological zones and emerge into a snowy alpine world just 10 minutes above the desert floor. This unforgettable ascent delivers sweeping views of the Coachella Valley and a striking climate shift that makes it a must-do Palm Springs experience.

Local Legends & Stories

The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway opened in 1963 and was once the steepest and longest cable railway in the Western Hemisphere. It was engineered to give visitors easy access to the mountain wilderness while preserving the natural beauty of Chino Canyon.

Must Do Experiences

  • Stand on the outdoor viewing deck at the 8,516-foot summit and feel the crisp mountain air

  • Watch the cabin rotate twice during the ascent for 360-degree canyon views

  • Walk the snow-covered trails in winter or wildflower trails in spring

Hidden Gems

  • The tram rotates on a fixed track, so every seat eventually gets a front-row view without needing to choose a side

  • The summit restaurant often serves hot cocoa and grilled snacks perfect for the cold mountain weather

  • Early morning rides tend to be less crowded and offer the clearest desert-to-peak visibility

What Makes it Special

  • The only rotating aerial tramcar of its kind in the world, completing two full turns during the climb

  • A vertical journey of nearly 6,000 feet that moves you from desert heat to pine forest in minutes

  • Year-round snow at the summit despite the scorching desert below

Available Facilities

Gift shop Restaurant and snack bar Restrooms Outdoor viewing areas Heated indoor spaces Parking Trail access

Perfect Timing

When to visit for the best experience

Spring and fall offer the most comfortable temperatures at both the desert base and the mountain summit. Winter is ideal if you want snow and a true alpine experience, while summer can bring heat at the base and occasional afternoon clouds at the top.

Photography Guide

Capture the perfect shots

  • Face the windows during the rotation to capture the canyon walls and valley unfolding around you

  • Use a wide-angle lens at the summit to include the vast mountain ridges and desert horizon

  • Golden hour just before sunset provides warm desert light and soft alpine tones

Cultural Etiquette

Respect local customs and traditions

The area holds significance for the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, so respect the natural and cultural landscape Keep noise levels reasonable at the summit to allow all visitors to enjoy the quiet mountain setting

Special Events & Experiences

Enhanced experiences and seasonal highlights

  • Winter snow festivals and family activities when heavy snowfall arrives

  • Summer stargazing and nature programs hosted at the Mountain Station

  • Spring desert bloom sightings visible from the tram and lower canyon viewpoints

Important Guidelines & Safety

Essential safety information and guidelines

  • Secure loose items inside the tramcar, especially during the rotating sections

  • Wear warm layers and sturdy shoes at the summit, since snow, ice, and uneven trails can occur year-round

  • Follow all posted signage and stay on designated paths while on the mountain

Visitor Information

Entry Fee

Admission prices vary by age group and season, with discounts typically available for children, seniors, and online bookings. Group rates may also be offered for larger parties.

Visit Duration

Plan for about 2 to 3 hours to enjoy the round-trip ride, explore the summit, and dine or shop. The tram ride itself takes roughly 10 minutes each way, but the full experience is much longer.

Accessibility

The tramcars and summit facilities are wheelchair accessible, and assistance is available upon request. Guests should contact the tramway in advance to arrange accommodations if needed.

Overview

The tramcar is the largest rotating aerial cabin in the world, and it turns twice during the ascent, so the view moves steadily around you — the walls of Chino Canyon rising close on either side, the desert floor and the whole Coachella Valley falling away below.

The climb covers nearly six thousand vertical feet in about ten minutes, and it passes through several distinct ecological zones on the way. You board among creosote and palms in desert heat and step out at 8,516 feet into pine forest, thirty to forty degrees cooler, with snow on the ground for much of the year.

At the top, Mountain Station has viewing decks, two restaurants, a small natural history museum and the trailheads for more than fifty miles of paths through Mount San Jacinto State Park. Even a short walk from the station puts you in silence among the trees.

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket gallery

Important Information

Opening Hours

Open from 05/23-08/31, Mon-Thu, 10:00am-9:30pm
Open from 05/23-08/31, Fri, 10:00am-10:30pm
Open from 05/23-08/31, Sat, 8:00am-10:30pm
Open from 05/23-08/31, Sun, 8:00am-9:30pm
Open from 09/02-09/07, Sat-Sun, 8:00am-9:30pm
Closed from 09/08-10/12
Open from 10/15-11/26, Mon-Fri, 10:00am-9:30pm
Open from 12/01-12/21, Mon-Fri, 10:00am-9:30pm
Open from 01/05-05/21, Mon-Fri, 10:00am-9:30pm
Open from 10/15-11/26, Sat-Sun, 8:00am-9:30pm
Open from 12/01-12/21, Sat-Sun, 8:00am-9:30pm
Open from 01/05-05/21, Sat-Sun, 8:00am-9:30pm
Open 8:00am-9:30pm on 09/01
Open from 11/27-11/30, 8:00am-9:30pm
Open from 12/22-01/04, 8:00am-9:30pm

What's Included

  • Round-trip tram rideTickets timed for the next available tram car as a first come first serve basis

Not Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Parking ($15.00 per vehicle)
  • Gratuities
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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

Location

1 Tramway Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262, United States

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket ticket price 2026

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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket starting ticket price by currency
CurrencyFrom (per person)
Singapore dollar (SGD)SGD 25.00
Indian rupee (INR)INR 1,890
Philippine peso (PHP)PHP 1,230
Malaysian ringgit (MYR)MYR 79.75
US dollar (USD)USD 19.53
Indonesian rupiah (IDR)IDR 348,840

Other currencies are converted from SGD at HolidaySG's daily exchange rates for reference; you pay in the currency shown at checkout. Updated 13 Oct 2026.

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket Opening Hours

Open from 05/23-08/31, Mon-Thu, 10:00am-9:30pm Open from 05/23-08/31, Fri, 10:00am-10:30pm Open from 05/23-08/31, Sat, 8:00am-10:30pm Open from 05/23-08/31, Sun, 8:00am-9:30pm Open from 09/02-09/07, Sat-Sun, 8:00am-9:30pm Closed from 09/08-10/12 Open from 10/15-11/26, Mon-Fri, 10:00am-9:30pm Open from 12/01-12/21, Mon-Fri, 10:00am-9:30pm Open from 01/05-05/21, Mon-Fri, 10:00am-9:30pm Open from 10/15-11/26, Sat-Sun, 8:00am-9:30pm Open from 12/01-12/21, Sat-Sun, 8:00am-9:30pm Open from 01/05-05/21, Sat-Sun, 8:00am-9:30pm Open 8:00am-9:30pm on 09/01 Open from 11/27-11/30, 8:00am-9:30pm Open from 12/22-01/04, 8:00am-9:30pm

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket — Frequently Asked Questions

The ascent covers nearly six thousand vertical feet and takes about ten minutes to complete. During the ride, the rotating aerial cabin turns twice to provide steady, panoramic views of Chino Canyon and the Coachella Valley.
Guests often spend several hours or more, as the ten-minute ride is just the beginning of the experience. At the summit, you can explore viewing decks, dine at two restaurants, visit a natural history museum, and hike the surrounding trails.
The summit at 8,516 feet is typically thirty to forty degrees cooler than the desert floor below. You will transition from desert heat into a pine forest environment that often features snow on the ground for much of the year.
It is recommended to dress in layers, as the temperature at the summit is thirty to forty degrees cooler than the desert base. Depending on the season, you may also want warm clothing and appropriate footwear for exploring the pine forest and snow.
You can expect a ten-minute ascent in a rotating aerial cabin that passes through distinct ecological zones from the desert to a high-altitude pine forest. At the top, Mountain Station provides viewing decks, dining options, a natural history museum, and access to hiking trails.

About Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket

Spring and fall offer the most comfortable temperatures at both the desert base and the mountain summit. Winter is ideal if you want snow and a true alpine experience, while summer can bring heat at the base and occasional afternoon clouds at the top.

Plan for about 2 to 3 hours to enjoy the round-trip ride, explore the summit, and dine or shop. The tram ride itself takes roughly 10 minutes each way, but the full experience is much longer.

The temperature at the Mountain Station is typically thirty to forty degrees cooler than the desert floor below, making layered clothing necessary. Visitors should prepare for high-altitude conditions, as the summit sits at 8,516 feet above sea level. Trail access at the top may be restricted by snow during winter months, though the tramway itself operates year-round.

The Palm Springs High-altitude Rotary Cable Car is currently a large-scale 360-degree high-altitude rotary cable car, which can accommodate 80 people at a time. The cable car was built before World War II and officially opened in 1963. It has a total length of 2.5 miles (about 4 kilometers) and is supported by five towers. It takes ten minutes from Valley Station, the main valley station at an altitude of 2,643 feet (793 meters) below the mountain. On the left or right, you will ascend to Mountain Station, the summit station at an altitude of 8,516 feet (2,555 meters). Ride the world's largest revolving gondola and experience a breathtaking ride through the sheer cliffs of Chino Canyon. No matter the season, whether you're admiring the spectacular natural scenery or hiking in the pristine wilderness, there is a unique travel experience here.

The tramcars and summit facilities are wheelchair accessible, and assistance is available upon request. Guests should contact the tramway in advance to arrange accommodations if needed.

Secure loose items inside the tramcar, especially during the rotating sections

Wear warm layers and sturdy shoes at the summit, since snow, ice, and uneven trails can occur year-round

Follow all posted signage and stay on designated paths while on the mountain

The area holds significance for the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, so respect the natural and cultural landscape

Keep noise levels reasonable at the summit to allow all visitors to enjoy the quiet mountain setting

Face the windows during the rotation to capture the canyon walls and valley unfolding around you

Use a wide-angle lens at the summit to include the vast mountain ridges and desert horizon

Golden hour just before sunset provides warm desert light and soft alpine tones

  • Gift shop
  • Restaurant and snack bar
  • Restrooms
  • Outdoor viewing areas
  • Heated indoor spaces
  • Parking
  • Trail access

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket — Common Questions

Tickets start from S$25.00. Prices vary by ticket type and visit date. Select your date above to see live prices.
Child tickets are available. Select your date above to see the child price for each ticket option.
No. Online bookings must be made before the day of your visit, so tickets for today can't be bought here. Tickets with a set session time must be booked at least 24 hours before the session starts.
Open from 05/23-08/31, Mon-Thu, 10:00am-9:30pm Open from 05/23-08/31, Fri, 10:00am-10:30pm Open from 05/23-08/31, Sat, 8:00am-10:30pm Open from 05/23-08/31, Sun, 8:00am-9:30pm Open from 09/02-09/07, Sat-Sun, 8:00am-9:30pm Closed from 09/08-10/12 Open from 10/15-11/26, Mon-Fri, 10:00am-9:30pm Open from 12/01-12/21, Mon-Fri, 10:00am-9:30pm Open from 01/05-05/21, Mon-Fri, 10:00am-9:30pm Open from 10/15-11/26, Sat-Sun, 8:00am-9:30pm Open from 12/01-12/21, Sat-Sun, 8:00am-9:30pm Open from 01/05-05/21, Sat-Sun, 8:00am-9:30pm Open 8:00am-9:30pm on 09/01 Open from 11/27-11/30, 8:00am-9:30pm Open from…
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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket is located at 1 Tramway Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262, United States. Check the location section below for directions and a map.

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