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.

Appreciate the collections at National Museum of World War II Aviation and U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum. Bring the kids along to Garden of the Gods and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Colorado Springs: Cañon City (Royal Gorge Bridge and Park, River Rafting & Tubing, &more) and Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center (in Divide). The adventure continues: get to know the fascinating history of Old Colorado City Historic District, deepen your knowledge of military history at United States Air Force Academy, identify plant and animal life at North Cheyenne Canon Park, and take in the exciting artwork at Commonwheel Artists Co-op.

To find where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Colorado Springs trip builder.

In July, plan for daily highs up to 86°F, and evening lows to 58°F.