Things to do in Colorado Springs
Featured attractions
Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
Cave tours, breathtaking scenery, rides and activities. A must-see Colorado attraction for more than a century!
Manitou Cliff Dwellings
Look, touch, climb & explore ancient history in these relocated dwellings in the cliffs above Manitou Springs.
Garden of the Gods Trading Post
Sip something cold, savor something hot, and lose yourself in endless treasures—from handcrafted jewelry to local artwork to souvenirs you'll actually keep.
The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway
Settle into your seat and let the mountain come to you. The Cog Railway climbs steadily—through pine forests, past bighorn territory, above the clouds—while you press your face to the glass and watch 14,115 feet of scenery unfold.
Adventures Out West
Adventures Out West and its crew of fun-loving guides bring you the most memorable experiences on hot-air balloons, zip-lines, Jeeps, Segways and bikes. Play your way across the Pikes Peak Region for true Rocky Mountain fun.
Broadmoor Outfitters
If adventure is on your Colorado agenda, look no further than Broadmoor Outfitters! Experience zip lining, fly fishing, archery, and more!
Ghost Town Museum
Pan for gold, step through weathered saloon doors, and explore thousands of artifacts that make this indoor ghost town feel alive and breathing.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Hand-feed the giraffes, hop with the wallabies and get closer than ever to rare, endangered and native animals at America's mountain zoo.
Echo Canyon River Expeditions
Strap in for a wet and wild ride as you conquer the rapids of the Arkansas River with Echo Canyon River Expeditions. (Peaceful scenic floats available, too.)
North Pole – Santa’s Workshop
The carousel spins. Sleigh bells ring. Laughter echoes off Pikes Peak. At North Pole - Santa's Workshop, Christmas isn't just a season—it's a place you can walk right into, ride by ride, smile by smile.
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Adventures Out West
Adventures Out West and its crew of fun-loving guides bring you the most memorable experiences on hot-air balloons, zip-lines, Jeeps, Segways and bikes. Play your way across the Pikes Peak Region for true Rocky Mountain fun.
Broadmoor Outfitters
If adventure is on your Colorado agenda, look no further than Broadmoor Outfitters! Experience zip lining, fly fishing, archery, and more!
The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway
Settle into your seat and let the mountain come to you. The Cog Railway climbs steadily—through pine forests, past bighorn territory, above the clouds—while you press your face to the glass and watch 14,115 feet of scenery unfold.
The Broadmoor Seven Falls
"The Grandest Mile of Scenery" leads you to the cascading mountain waterfalls of Seven Falls, a hidden treasure tucked into a magnificent box canyon above Colorado Springs.
Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
Cave tours, breathtaking scenery, rides and activities. A must-see Colorado attraction for more than a century!
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Hand-feed the giraffes, hop with the wallabies and get closer than ever to rare, endangered and native animals at America's mountain zoo.
Echo Canyon River Expeditions
Strap in for a wet and wild ride as you conquer the rapids of the Arkansas River with Echo Canyon River Expeditions. (Peaceful scenic floats available, too.)
Flying W Ranch Chuckwagon
Smell mesquite smoke drifting from the chuckwagon. Hear spurs jingle and guitars strum under open sky. At Flying W Ranch, cowboy culture isn't a show—it's supper, songs, and the kind of evening that feels like stepping back in time.
Garden of the Gods Trading Post
Sip something cold, savor something hot, and lose yourself in endless treasures—from handcrafted jewelry to local artwork to souvenirs you'll actually keep.
Historic Cripple Creek
At 9,494 feet, Cripple Creek greets you with thin mountain air and thick history. Explore century-old storefronts, hear tales of gold rush fortunes, and feel the energy of a town that still knows how to celebrate.
Historic Manitou Springs
Saunter through the tree-lined streets to explore this small-but-epic locale — effervescent healing springs, unique events & history served daily.
Manitou Cliff Dwellings
Look, touch, climb & explore ancient history in these relocated dwellings in the cliffs above Manitou Springs.
North Pole – Santa’s Workshop
The carousel spins. Sleigh bells ring. Laughter echoes off Pikes Peak. At North Pole - Santa's Workshop, Christmas isn't just a season—it's a place you can walk right into, ride by ride, smile by smile.
Old Colorado City
Step from gallery to boutique to café, each doorway revealing something new. Art catches your eye through windows. The scent of roasted coffee drifts from a patio.
Pikes Peak- America’s Mountain
Wind your way to 14,115 feet. Watch the landscape change with every switchback. At the summit: views across five states and hot, fluffy donuts worth the drive.
Pikes Peak Tour by Gray Line
Lean back. Watch the landscape change outside your window as the coach climbs higher. Nineteen miles of switchbacks, drop-offs, and breathtaking views—and you don't have to white-knuckle the wheel for any of it.
Royal Gorge Bridge and Park
Peer over the edge into a mile-deep canyon, scream down the zip line, then catch your breath while the little ones climb and explore—this is Colorado adventure the whole family can feel.
Academy Riding Stables
Ride horseback through Garden of the Gods on these gentle steeds led by the coolest cowboys and cowgirls in the West.
Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center
Come face-to-face with real wolves and discover how the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center works to conserve, care for, and protect these remarkable animals.
Cripple Creek and Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad
Open-air and dog-friendly, the Cripple Creek and Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad takes you where mere roads cannot go. Stunning views guaranteed.
Ghost Town Museum
Pan for gold, step through weathered saloon doors, and explore thousands of artifacts that make this indoor ghost town feel alive and breathing.
Iron Springs Melodrama and Dinner Theater
The villain prowls the stage and every table erupts in boos. You join in, napkin waving, voice rising with the crowd. By the final curtain call, your cheeks ache from grinning.
May Natural History Museum
1,000s of insects may greet you, but have no fear! The world-famous collection is snug under glass for up-close perusal.
Miramont Castle Museum
Stone walls. Winding staircases. Sunlight streaming through stained glass. Miramont Castle Museum invites you to explore its labyrinth of rooms, linger over afternoon tea, and lose yourself in Victorian elegance.
ProRodeo Hall of Fame
The heroes of rodeo have roped & ridden their way into history. Explore their lives, wins & struggles!
Space Foundation Discovery Center
Press buttons that launch missions. Touch metal that's been to orbit. Explore the cosmos without leaving Colorado—hands-on, surprisingly playful.
Western Museum of Mining and Industry
Swirl cool water in a gold pan and watch flakes glint under the lights, then marvel at massive machines that once turned topsoil into treasure.
Adventures Out West
Adventures Out West and its crew of fun-loving guides bring you the most memorable experiences on hot-air balloons, zip-lines, Jeeps, Segways and bikes. Play your way across the Pikes Peak Region for true Rocky Mountain fun.
Broadmoor Outfitters
If adventure is on your Colorado agenda, look no further than Broadmoor Outfitters! Experience zip lining, fly fishing, archery, and more!
The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway
Settle into your seat and let the mountain come to you. The Cog Railway climbs steadily—through pine forests, past bighorn territory, above the clouds—while you press your face to the glass and watch 14,115 feet of scenery unfold.
The Broadmoor Seven Falls
“The Grandest Mile of Scenery” leads you to the cascading mountain waterfalls of Seven Falls, a hidden treasure tucked into a magnificent box canyon above Colorado Springs.
Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
Cave tours, breathtaking scenery, rides and activities. A must-see Colorado attraction for more than a century!
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Hand-feed the giraffes, hop with the wallabies and get closer than ever to rare, endangered and native animals at America’s mountain zoo.
Echo Canyon River Expeditions
Strap in for a wet and wild ride as you conquer the rapids of the Arkansas River with Echo Canyon River Expeditions. (Peaceful scenic floats available, too.)
Flying W Ranch Chuckwagon
Smell mesquite smoke drifting from the chuckwagon. Hear spurs jingle and guitars strum under open sky. At Flying W Ranch, cowboy culture isn’t a show—it’s supper, songs, and the kind of evening that feels like stepping back in time.
Garden of the Gods Trading Post
Sip something cold, savor something hot, and lose yourself in endless treasures—from handcrafted jewelry to local artwork to souvenirs you’ll actually keep.
Historic Cripple Creek
At 9,494 feet, Cripple Creek greets you with thin mountain air and thick history. Explore century-old storefronts, hear tales of gold rush fortunes, and feel the energy of a town that still knows how to celebrate.
Historic Manitou Springs
Saunter through the tree-lined streets to explore this small-but-epic locale — effervescent healing springs, unique events & history served daily.
Manitou Cliff Dwellings
Look, touch, climb & explore ancient history in these relocated dwellings in the cliffs above Manitou Springs.
North Pole – Santa’s Workshop
The carousel spins. Sleigh bells ring. Laughter echoes off Pikes Peak. At North Pole – Santa’s Workshop, Christmas isn’t just a season—it’s a place you can walk right into, ride by ride, smile by smile.
Old Colorado City
Step from gallery to boutique to café, each doorway revealing something new. Art catches your eye through windows. The scent of roasted coffee drifts from a patio.
Pikes Peak- America’s Mountain
Wind your way to 14,115 feet. Watch the landscape change with every switchback. At the summit: views across five states and hot, fluffy donuts worth the drive.
