5 days in Manitou Springs & Colorado Springs Itinerary

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

On the 30th (Fri), see the interesting displays at Miramont Castle Museum, get engrossed in the history at Victor's Gold Camp Ag & Mining Museum, then go deep underground at Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine, then try your luck at The Brass Ass Casino, and finally admire the majestic nature at Mueller State Park. On your second day here, get in on the family fun at North Pole Colorado Santa’s Workshop, admire all the interesting features of Pikes Peak - America's Mountain, then explore the activities along Manitou Springs Incline, and finally look for gifts at Downtown Manitou Springs.

To see ratings, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Manitou Springs day trip planning site.

Use the Route module to see travel options from your home to Manitou Springs. June in Manitou Springs sees daily highs of 80°F and lows of 50°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to drive to Colorado Springs.

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.

Colorado Springs is known for parks, zoos & aquariums, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: stroll around Garden of the Gods.

To find out how to plan a trip to Colorado Springs, use our trip itinerary maker.

Colorado Springs is very close to Manitou Springs. In July, daytime highs in Colorado Springs are 86°F, while nighttime lows are 58°F.