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.

Popular historic sites such as Old Colorado City and Manitou Cliff Dwellings are in your itinerary. Kids will enjoy National Museum of World War II Aviation and Garden of the Gods. Step out of Colorado Springs with an excursion to Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center in Divide--about 42 minutes away. Pack the 3rd (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Cave of the Winds Mountain Park. There's much more to do: take a memorable drive along Pikes Peak - America's Mountain, surround yourself with nature on Colorado Wolf Adventures, get in on the family fun at North Pole Colorado Santa’s Workshop, and take in the dramatic scenery at The Broadmoor Seven Falls.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Colorado Springs trip planner.

Arlington to Colorado Springs is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to Mountain Standard Time (MST), which is usually a -1 hour difference. Traveling from Arlington in November, expect nights in Colorado Springs to be much colder, around 27°F, while days are a bit cooler, around 55°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) early enough to travel back home.