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discount tickets for tramway?

anywhere to purchase discounted tickets for the tramway or other attractions in Palm Springs?

Good question. Yes — there are a few ways to get discounted or more cost-effective tickets for the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, depending on your situation. Here are current (as of 2025) options to save:

  • Buy through a trusted 3rd-party seller (FunEx): FunEx offers online tram tickets with up to ~18% off the regular gate price for the Palm Springs Tram.
  • Get the Tram’s Summer Pass (May–Aug): The Tramway offers a seasonal Summer Pass that includes unlimited rides, plus a 10% discount for additional guests (up to 4), discounted food, and free parking.
  • Join the Mt. San Jacinto Natural History Association (NHA): If you’re a member (or willing to join), you can get a 20% discount on tram fares (plus other perks) for up to six friends/family.
  • Alpine Club employee discount: For those in a qualifying company or organization, the “Alpine Club” provides a 15% discount on tram rides and 10% off at the Tram’s restaurants and gift shops.
  • Tramster Club (for kids age 3–10): This is a free kids’ club — once your child is a member, they get 10% off tram rides + discounts in the gift shops + a free birthday-ride certificate.

Additional money-saving tips & caveats:

  • Check if any local or employer-based discount cards (e.g., membership clubs) include tram fare benefits — some do.
  • Buying online saves the $2 in-person processing fee sometimes, but double check the seller. The official Tramway site includes a $2 online processing fee, so 3rd-party deals can help.
  • If your schedule is flexible, consider riding later in the day — there are “Ride ’n’ Dine” tickets (tram + dinner in Pines Café) in the evening, which might feel like a better value.
  • Sign up early (or in advance) for any of these clubs (Tramster, NHA) to make sure discounts are active by the time of your visit.

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