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.

Explore hidden gems such as Penrose Heritage Museum and Seven Bridges Trail. Museum-lovers will appreciate Outlaw and Lawmen Jail Museum and Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum. Venture out of the city with trips to Victor's Gold Camp Ag & Mining Museum (in Victor), Cripple Creek (Old Homestead House Museum & Phantom Canyon Road) and Mueller State Park (in Divide). Next up on the itinerary: push the limits with Rusty Wallace Racing Experience, enjoy the sand and surf at Memorial Park, brush up on your military savvy at Peterson Air & Space Museum, and contemplate the long history of Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site.

To find maps, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Colorado Springs tour planning app.

In September, daily temperatures in Colorado Springs can reach 79°F, while at night they dip to 51°F.