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.

Get in touch with nature at Pikes Peak - America's Mountain and Red Rock Canyon Open Space. Your inner history buff will appreciate Glen Eyrie Castle and St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral. Get out of town with these interesting Colorado Springs side-trips: Divide (Horsethief Falls & Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center). And it doesn't end there: brush up on your military savvy at National Museum of World War II Aviation, get to know the resident critters at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, stroll around Garden of the Gods, and contemplate the waterfront views at Manitou Springs Incline.

For photos, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, read Colorado Springs day trip app.

In December, plan for daily highs up to 45°F, and evening lows to 18°F.