7 days in Cañon City & Colorado Springs Itinerary

Part of Colorado's Royal Gorge Region, Cañon City straddles the Arkansas River.

To see maps, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Cañon City sightseeing planner.

The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to Cañon City. June in Cañon City sees daily highs of 89°F and lows of 58°F at night. On the 6th (Tue), you'll travel 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.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at North Cheyenne Canon Park and Palmer Park. U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum and ANA Money Museum are good opportunities to explore the local culture. When in Colorado Springs, make a side trip to see Mueller State Park in Divide, approximately Divide away. There's still lots to do: explore the world behind art at Michael Garman Museum & Gallery, take an in-depth tour of Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, surround yourself with nature on Colorado Wolf Adventures, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Cheyenne Mountain State Park.

To find other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Colorado Springs travel planner.

Traveling by car from Cañon City to Colorado Springs takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. When traveling from Cañon City in June, plan for a bit cooler days in Colorado Springs, with highs around 84°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 54°F.