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.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Garden of the Gods and National Museum of World War II Aviation. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Colorado Springs: Skyline Drive (in Canon City), Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine (in Cripple Creek) and Victor's Gold Camp Ag & Mining Museum (in Victor). Next up on the itinerary: learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, find something for the whole family at Cave of the Winds Mountain Park, take in the dramatic natural features at Red Rock Canyon Open Space, and trot along with a tour on horseback.

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Expect a daytime high around °F in June, and nighttime lows around °F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.