3 days in Colorado Springs & Manitou 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.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Sat): see the interesting displays at Michael Garman Museum & Gallery, learn about all things military at National Museum of World War II Aviation, then get outside with Outdoor Activities, and finally expand your understanding of the military at United States Air Force Academy. Keep things going the next day: get to know the resident critters at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour, then stroll around Garden of the Gods, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Old Colorado City Historic District.

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Kansas City to Colorado Springs is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Kansas City to Colorado Springs due to the time zone difference. In September, daytime highs in Colorado Springs are 79°F, while nighttime lows are 51°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Mon) so you can drive to Manitou Springs.

Manitou Springs' main street was once a trail that led directly to the base of Pike's Peak.

On the 2nd (Mon), take in the exciting artwork at Commonwheel Artists Co-op, then cruise along Pikes Peak - America's Mountain, and then hike along Manitou Springs Incline.

To find more things to do, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Manitou Springs vacation builder app.

Manitou Springs is just a short distance from Colorado Springs. In October in Manitou Springs, expect temperatures between 64°F during the day and 35°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.