4 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.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Colorado Springs: Cañon City (Royal Gorge Bridge and Park, River Rafting & Tubing, &more). The adventure continues: walk around Garden of the Gods, get to know the fascinating history of Old Colorado City Historic District, meet the residents at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, and soar above the sights with a balloon tour.

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Indianapolis to Colorado Springs is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Indianapolis to Colorado Springs is minus 2 hours. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Indianapolis in May; daily highs in Colorado Springs reach 68°F and lows reach 42°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) early enough to drive to Manitou Springs.

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

On the 24th (Wed), cruise along Pikes Peak - America's Mountain and then delve into the distant past at Manitou Cliff Dwellings.

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Manitou Springs is just a short distance from Colorado Springs. In May, plan for daily highs up to 64°F, and evening lows to 38°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) so you can fly back home.