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.

National Museum of World War II Aviation and Old Colorado City Historic District are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Get in touch with nature at Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center and Pikes Peak - America's Mountain. Explore Colorado Springs' surroundings by going to Divide (Horsethief Falls & Mueller State Park) and Red Rocks Group Campground (in Woodland Park). Next up on the itinerary: learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, soar above the sights with a balloon tour, contemplate the waterfront views at Manitou Springs Incline, and identify plant and animal life at Fountain Creek Regional Park.

To see more things to do and other tourist information, you can read our Colorado Springs attractions tool.

If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major aiports are Denver International Airport and City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport. In December, daytime highs in Colorado Springs are 8°C, while nighttime lows are -9°C.