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Colorado Springs

4.4
Parks · Zoos · Waterfalls
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. One of the most famous mountains in the world, the Pikes Peak summit sits 14,115 ft (4,203 m) above sea level and offers breathtaking views beyond belief. The vibrant city below boasts endless outdoor recreation, arts and culture, delectable food, craft beverages and unforgettable attractions. The area is also home to the United States Air Force Academy, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Colorado Springs Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and, opening in spring 2020, the country’s only U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum. Discover more than 60 unique wonders throughout Colorado’s Pikes Peak region. Our United States day trip planner combines visitor reviews with your personal interests to make an itinerary informed by experts, but tailored to suit your style.
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    Popular things to do in Colorado Springs

    Garden of the Gods ©
    Park
    Garden of the Gods
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    National Museum of World War II Aviation ©
    Military Museum
    National Museum of World War II Aviation
    4.8
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Cheyenne Mountain Zoo ©
    Zoo
    Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    United States Air Force Academy ©
    Military Facility
    United States Air Force Academy
    4.6
    Duration: 2 hours

    Side trips from Colorado Springs

    Cave of the Winds Mountain Park ©
    Theme Park
    Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
    Manitou Springs
    4.2
    Duration: 8 hours
    Pikes Peak - America's Mountain ©
    Scenic Drive
    Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
    Cascade
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min
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    River Rafting / Tubing
    River Rafting & Tubing
    Cañon City
    4.9
    Duration: 2 hours
    Manitou Springs Incline ©
    Water Body
    Manitou Springs Incline
    Manitou Springs
    4.8
    Duration: 4 hours

    Hidden gems in Colorado Springs

    U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum ©
    History Museum
    U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum
    4.8
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Penrose Heritage Museum ©
    Specialty Museum
    Penrose Heritage Museum
    4.9
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum ©
    History Museum
    Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum
    4.6
    Duration: 2 hours
    Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun ©
    Monument
    Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun
    4.6
    Duration: 2 hours

    Kid-friendly things to do in Colorado Springs

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    Horseback Riding Tour
    Horseback Riding Tours
    4.3
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Focus on the Family Bookstore ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    Focus on the Family Bookstore
    4.6
    Duration: 2 hours
    Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site ©
    Historic Site
    Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Peterson Air & Space Museum ©
    Science Museum
    Peterson Air & Space Museum
    4.5
    Duration: 1h 30 min

    Parks in Colorado Springs

    North Cheyenne Canon Park ©
    Park
    North Cheyenne Canon Park
    4.8
    Duration: 2 hours
    Fox Run Regional Park ©
    Park
    Fox Run Regional Park
    4.7
    Duration: 2 hours
    Ute Valley Park ©
    Park
    Ute Valley Park
    4.8
    Duration: 2 hours
    John Venezia Community Park ©
    Park
    John Venezia Community Park
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Museums in Colorado Springs

    Colorado Springs Military Museum ©
    Specialty Museum
    Colorado Springs Military Museum
    5.0
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Western Museum of Mining and Industry ©
    Specialty Museum
    Western Museum of Mining and Industry
    4.4
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    ANA Money Museum ©
    History Museum
    ANA Money Museum
    4.6
    Duration: 2 hours
    Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College ©
    Art Museum
    Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College
    4.2
    Duration: 1h 30 min

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