4 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.

On the 7th (Fri), view the masterpieces at Commonwheel Artists Co-op and then walk around Garden of the Gods.

To find more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Colorado Springs online sightseeing planner.

Albuquerque to Colorado Springs is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Albuquerque in April, expect Colorado Springs to be a bit cooler, temps between 60°F and 33°F. On the 8th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Colorado Springs.

Royal Gorge Bridge and Park has been added to your itinerary. Venture out of the city with trips to Cañon City (Skyline Drive & River Rafting & Tubing). See some other sides of Colorado Springs: get to know the resident critters at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, explore the activities along Manitou Springs Incline, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and deepen your knowledge of military history at United States Air Force Academy.

To find photos, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Colorado Springs road trip planning tool.

Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) to allow time to fly back home.