12 days in Colorado Springs Itinerary

Stunning Garden of the Gods Park scenery, blue skies and the glory of Pikes Peak-America’s Mountain have attracted visitors to Colorado Springs for more than a century.

Bring the kids along to Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and Garden of the Gods. Explore Colorado Springs' surroundings by going to Divide (Mueller State Park, Horsethief Falls, &more), Monument Rock Trail (in Monument) and Cripple Creek (Cripple Creek District Museum, Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine, &more). Pack the 26th (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at Cave of the Winds Mountain Park. Next up on the itinerary: learn about all things military at National Museum of World War II Aviation, explore the striking landscape at Red Rock Canyon Open Space, cruise along Pikes Peak - America's Mountain, and take an in-depth tour of Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum.

For other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Colorado Springs trip planner.

In December in Colorado Springs, expect temperatures between 45°F during the day and 18°F at night.