6 days in Colorado Springs & Manitou Springs Itinerary

Get out of town with these interesting Colorado Springs side-trips: Cañon City (Royal Gorge Bridge and Park, River Rafting & Tubing, &more). There's still lots to do: stroll around Garden of the Gods, take in the dramatic scenery at The Broadmoor Seven Falls, take in the dramatic natural features at Red Rock Canyon Open Space, and shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour.

To find more things to do, maps, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Colorado Springs trip planner.

El Paso to Colorado Springs is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from El Paso in June, with highs in Colorado Springs at 84°F and lows at 54°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can drive to Manitou Springs.

On the 21st (Wed), explore the ancient world of Manitou Cliff Dwellings, take a memorable drive along Pikes Peak - America's Mountain, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Manitou Springs Incline, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Barr Trail to Pikes Peak. On the 22nd (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get in on the family fun at Cave of the Winds Mountain Park.

To see photos, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, use the Manitou Springs trip planner.

Manitou Springs is very close to Colorado Springs. Expect a daytime high around 80°F in June, and nighttime lows around 50°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can catch the flight back home.