Indoor Winter Activities

The Pikes Peak Cog Railway offers a stunning, comfortable ride up America’s Mountain in heated cars, giving you unbeatable winter views. At the summit, enjoy miles-long vistas, fresh high-altitude donuts and plenty of time to take in even more scenery on the way back down.

Winter is a magical time to visit Miramont Castle, with every corner decorated in elaborate Victorian Christmas style. And if you’ve got the time and appetite, enjoy a four-course high tea at the Queen’s Parlour Tearoom, complete with sandwiches, scones, fruit, and sweet treats.

The Trading Post is filled with everything from souvenirs and handmade art to rich history and a cozy café. It’s a true Colorado gem with plenty to explore.

For indoor fun that still feels outdoorsy, tour Cave of the Winds and explore its stunning underground formations. Afterward, you can take a thrilling 100-mph plunge into Williams Canyon on the Terror-Dactyl—a free fall you won’t soon forget.

Step back into Colorado’s past at this Wild West museum, featuring authentic buildings from real ghost towns. Enjoy the arcade and shooting gallery, then grab old-fashioned candies or sarsaparilla from the gift shop to take home.

The ProRodeo Hall of Fame celebrates the magnificent animals of the rodeo and their brave cowboy counterparts, exploring the history and the contributions of the American cowboy.

For winter fun that won’t leave you cold, visit the Space Foundation Discovery Center, where interactive exhibits and hands-on activities make learning out of this world.

Discover Colorado’s mining history and the innovations that made it safer and easier to extract essential resources. With interactive exhibits, massive equipment and hands-on gold panning, the museum is a hit for rock collectors and heavy-equipment enthusiasts alike.

The Flying W Ranch offers a festive winter experience with its Cowboy Christmas Jubilee, featuring live music from the Flying W Rangers, holiday decorations, and great food. Enjoy a traditional chuckwagon supper in a cozy, heated event space surrounded by new friends.