Palm Springs wouldn’t be the same without Ol’ Blue Eyes. Frank Sinatra discovered Palm Springs from a long time friend and songwriter, Jimmy Van Heusen back in the mid 40’s and lived in Palm Springs for most of his life. Before he arrived, Palm Springs was much less lively, but Sinatra helped it become what it is today.
Once Frank arrived on the scene, so did most of the other Rat Pack members, including Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. Soon all sorts of Hollywood socialites, movie stars, heads of state, mafia bosses and more followed and the town was never the same.
In Greater Palm Springs and Rancho Mirage, you will find a plethora of Sinatra hangouts throughout the city, including The Compound in Rancho Mirage (Sinatra’s second and larger home 1955-1994), Melvyn’s Restaurant, The Purple Room, Lord Fletcher’s, and much more.
Le Vallauris
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385 W. Tahquitz Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Often frequented by Frank Sinatra, Le Vallauris restaurant is centered around a large ficus tree. With lavish furniture and delicious food, get ready to be transported to a place of serene luxury.
Melvyn’s
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200 W. Ramon Road
Palm Springs, CA 92264
Located in Ingleside Inn, Melvyn’s was a place Sinatra loved to frequent. Vacationers enjoy sitting in his favorite spots and listening to the piano singers for the perfect ambiance.
Lord Fletcher’s Restaurant
70385 CA-111
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Built in 1966, Lord Fletcher’s was another place Sinatra couldn’t stay away from. If you have a party of 5-7, you can request his famed tamed table. Don’t forget the food and drinks! Lord Fletcher’s is also known for its incredible drinks and desserts. The building still stands, unfortunately the business closed because of Covid.
Annenberg Estate - Sunnylands
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37977 Bob Hope Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
The Sunnylands, formerly known as Annenberg Estate, is a famed museum with over 200 acres. See how old Hollywood legends experienced Rancho Mirage and where Frank Sinatra married in 1976.
Michael S. Wolfson Park
Davall and Frank Sinatra Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
This Victorian-themed park features a beautiful fountain, park benches, picnic tables, and a braille-marked walking path. When visitors enter the park, they will be welcomed by a message from Frank Sinatra. Sinatra’s bodyguard best friend, Jilly Rizzo, lived next door.
Sinatra Gravesite
31-705 Da Vall Drive
Cathedral City, CA 92234
For those wishing to pay respects, Sinatra’s gravesite can be found at the Desert Memorial Park. Close family members and friends were also buried nearby.
