6 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.

Kids will enjoy Pikes Peak - America's Mountain and River Rafting & Tubing. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Colorado Springs: Cañon City (Skyline Drive & Royal Gorge Bridge and Park). There's much more to do: learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, take in the dramatic scenery at The Broadmoor Seven Falls, brush up on your military savvy at National Museum of World War II Aviation, and trek along Manitou Springs Incline.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Colorado Springs trip itinerary maker app.

Houston to Colorado Springs is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Houston to Colorado Springs due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Houston in July, things will get slightly colder in Colorado Springs: highs are around 86°F and lows about 58°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) to allow time to travel to Colorado Springs.

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Fri): get to know the fascinating history of Old Colorado City Historic District, then stroll around Garden of the Gods, then examine the collection at Michael Garman Museum & Gallery, and finally shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour.

To see photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Colorado Springs online vacation planner.

Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly back home.