7 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.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Colorado Springs: Canon City (River Rafting & Tubing & Skyline Drive), Cripple Creek (Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine & Cripple Creek Heritage and Information Center) and Florissant (Florissant Fossil Quarry & Pikes Peak Historical Society Museum). Pack the 1st (Tue) with family-friendly diversions at Cave of the Winds Mountain Park. And it doesn't end there: walk around Garden of the Gods, deepen your knowledge of military history at United States Air Force Academy, take in the dramatic scenery at The Broadmoor Seven Falls, and get to know the fascinating history of Old Colorado City.

For traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Colorado Springs travel route site.

In May, plan for daily highs up to 68°F, and evening lows to 42°F.