8 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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Colorado Springs: Cañon City (Royal Gorge Bridge and Park, River Rafting & Tubing, &more), Cripple Creek (Phantom Canyon Road, Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine, &more) and Mueller State Park (in Divide). There's lots more to do: walk around Garden of the Gods, take a memorable drive along Pikes Peak - America's Mountain, meet the residents at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, and stop by Old Colorado City Historic District.

For reviews, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, read our Colorado Springs trip planner.

In September, plan for daily highs up to 79°F, and evening lows to 51°F.