Explore Colorado Springs

Things to do in Colorado Springs.

From Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak to Manitou Springs, mountain-side attractions and historic neighborhoods, build a Colorado Springs trip worth getting out of the airport for.

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Colorado Springs attractions

Start with the places that define the Pikes Peak region.

Use these Colorado Springs travel guides to plan individual stops or combine several into a full day. Each guide connects back to transportation, places to stay and nearby destinations.

Garden of the Gods

Iconic red-rock formations, scenic drives and one of Colorado Springs' signature outdoor experiences.

Pikes Peak & Cog Railway

Plan a trip toward America's Mountain and the historic Cog Railway from nearby Manitou Springs.

Manitou Springs

A walkable foothills town with mineral springs, shops and easy access to west-side adventures.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

A mountain-side zoo and family-friendly stop on the southwest side of Colorado Springs.

Cave of the Winds

Underground tours and adventure experiences tucked into the foothills above Manitou Springs.

Downtown Colorado Springs

Restaurants, museums, events and an easy central base for exploring the region.

Old Colorado City

A historic west-side district that pairs naturally with Garden of the Gods and Manitou Springs.

U.S. Air Force Academy

Visitor attractions and a major Colorado Springs landmark on the north side of the city.

Broadmoor & Seven Falls

Waterfalls, mountain scenery and classic Colorado Springs experiences near Cheyenne Mountain.
Colorado Springs itinerary ideas

Put the stops together.

Colorado Springs attractions cluster naturally into several easy day-trip combinations.

West-side classics

Garden of the Gods → Old Colorado City → Manitou Springs. A strong first-day itinerary combining scenery, historic districts and walkable local stops.

Start the west-side day →

Pikes Peak day

Pikes Peak & Cog Railway → Manitou Springs. Build the day around your summit experience and spend the remaining time exploring Manitou.

Plan a Pikes Peak day →

South-side adventure

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo → Broadmoor & Seven Falls. Pair two major attractions on the southwest side of Colorado Springs.

Start the south-side day →
Getting around

Explore Colorado Springs by car.

A rental vehicle gives visitors flexibility to connect COS Airport, lodging, Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, Manitou Springs and attractions spread throughout the region.

Colorado Springs rental cars
Where to stay

Choose a home base around your plans.

Downtown, Old Colorado City, Manitou Springs and the Broadmoor/Cheyenne Mountain area all put you near different parts of the Colorado Springs experience.

Places to stay in Colorado Springs
Flying into Colorado Springs

Start at Colorado Springs Airport.

Use our COS Airport guide to connect your arrival with rental cars, lodging and the attractions you want to visit first.

Colorado Springs Airport guide
Keep going west

Turn Colorado Springs into a mountain trip.

When you're ready to go beyond the Pikes Peak region, compare our guides to Breckenridge, Keystone, Copper Mountain, Vail, Beaver Creek, Winter Park, Monarch Mountain and Ski Cooper.

Mountain & ski trips
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Choose your next step.

Find your rideExplore Colorado Springs rental cars and trip-ready vehicles. Find your stayCompare Colorado Springs home bases and places to stay. Plan your COS arrivalConnect the airport with your vehicle, lodging and first stop. Go beyond the SpringsContinue into Colorado's mountain and ski destinations.
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Build the whole Colorado Springs trip.

Start with COS Airport, choose your vehicle and place to stay, then use our local guides to decide where the road takes you.

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