Hotbed for Palm Springs eclectic, the stretch of Palm Canyon Drive from Alejo to Techevah has become a destination neighborhood for locals and savvy travelers. In recent years Uptown has enjoyed thoughtful restoration of historic buildings and architecturally minded new construction. The area's reputation for mid-century design and vintage shopping have inspired retailers and helped brand Palm Springs' variety of desert chic. An eclectic spring of quality cafe's, bars and restaurants have followed suite and put this neighborhood on the map.