Modernism Week: Premier Double Decker Architecture Bus Tour

Jan 17

One of the best things to do on a visit to Palm Springs is drive around the different neighbourhoods to take in the amazing mid-century architecture. If you’re in town during Modernism Week, an even better way to take in Palm Springs is from the top of an open-air double decker bus!

Offered consistently over the course of each Modernism Week, the Premier Double Decker Architecture Bus Tour continues to be a sell-out event on most days, and one of the most popular offerings during Modernism Week. If you’re taking part in Modernism Week for the first time, the Architecture Bus Tour is a great primer to get you familiar with some of the different neighbourhoods, and the stories behind some of the more notable buildings around Palm Springs. Stories behind the homes, the histories of some of the more famous residents (like Frank Sinatra’s Twin Palms Estate, and Marilyn Monroe’s bungalow) all with the added advantage of some height to catch a further glimpse over the fence! My favourite home to take a peek at from the bus is Richard Neutra’s Kaufman House; seeing the stones and textures and concretes is lots of fun from a new vantage point. Tickets for the Premier Double Decker Architecture Bus Tour can be purchased from Modernism Week.