Here’s a list of the 21 best things to do in Colorado Springs
- Visit Garden of the Gods
- Summit Pike’s Peak – America’s Mountain
- Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
- Helen Hunt Falls
- Cave of the Winds
- Manitou Incline
- Royal Gorge Bridge and Park
- Cheyenne Mountain State Park
- Manitou Springs Mineral Springs
- US Olympic & Paralympic Museum
- The Broadmoor Seven Falls
- Red Rock Canyon Open Space
- Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument
- Flying W Ranch
- Manitou Cliff Dwellings
- Seven Bridges
- Palmer Park
- Austin Bluff Open Space
- The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey
- Ghost Town Museum
- Children’s Museum of Colorado Springs
Sitting at the base of the snow-capped Pike’s Peak (America’s Mountain), Colorado Springs is the perfect hub to explore a number of natural wonders just minutes away from downtown Colorado Springs…
To help you explore the area, we’ve categorized these activities into groups to help you plan your vacation to Colorado Springs…
Fun things to do in Colorado Springs
Whether you are on a family vacation, a couple on a romantic getaway or with a group of friends, these should be on your bucket list of things to do while visiting COS…
Garden of the Gods
Garden of the Gods features 1,300 acres of beautiful sandstone formations. The park is free to visit. You may drive around and take in the views or get closer to the stunning scenery on the many trails suitable for all ages.
You can spend an hour or a day exploring the red rocks or checking out the exhibits at the visitor’s center to learn more about the park.
Find an airbnb near Garden of the Gods…
Summit Pike Peak’s (America’s Mountain)
America’s mountain is a 14,115 ft pink granite peak which can be access through a long scenic drive (not for the faint of heart) or Pike Peak’s Cog Railway…
If you are looking for stunning views, hiking, climbing or camping, then Pike’s Peak is your mountain…
While seeing the skyline at an altitude of over 14,000 ft is a unique experience and bucket list item, be sure to prepare for altitude sickness with proper hydration and bring an extra layer…
Manitou Springs Mineral Springs
If you are looking for a romantic getaway, then be sure check out the mineral springs in Manitou Springs…
This resort city offers many fun things to do for couples, families with kids and adults…
While in Manitou Springs you can check out the Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Cave of the Winds Mountain Park, hike the Manitou Incline, soak and relax in mineral springs, or simply drive around and take in the quaint look and feel of old Victorian mansions like the Miramont Castle Museum…
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Not just an ordinary zoo… sitting at 6,714 ft elevation, this prominent mountainside conservation park is a great place to walk around with an excellent view of the city, the sky and the animals. This makes this a perfect place to visit with kids or just a fun thing for couples to do to enjoy views and close encounters with animals including feeding giraffes…
Royal Gorge Bridge and Park
If you are looking for more adventure, then find a Vacation Rental near the Royal Gorge and enjoy all the nearby activities. This 360 acre amusement park has one of the highest suspension bridges in the world.
You’ll find all kinds of thrilling experiences like zip lining 1,000+ ft above the Arkansas river or riding the gondola for amazing views.
Just an hour drive southwest of Colorado Springs, this is a perfect day trip for scenic views and adrenaline-pumping adventures…
