5 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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Colorado Springs: Cañon City (Royal Gorge Bridge and Park, River Rafting & Tubing, &more) and Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine (in Cripple Creek). There's much more to do: walk around Garden of the Gods, find something for the whole family at Cave of the Winds Mountain Park, learn about all things military at National Museum of World War II Aviation, and admire all the interesting features of Pikes Peak - America's Mountain.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Colorado Springs visit planner.

In August, daytime highs in Colorado Springs are 83°F, while nighttime lows are 56°F.