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Colorado Springs

515 S Cascade Ave · Colorado Springs, CO

Why you should go…

The Colorado Springs Official Vacation Planner is produced through a joint venture of Visit Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region Attractions Association. Visit Colorado Springs is the city's official destination marketing organization, and the Pikes Peak Region Attractions Association represents nearly 30 member attractions in the area, including Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods. The guide is distributed to travelers planning trips to the region.

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General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Colorado Springs, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Colorado Springs Visitor Information Center

    Free

    The city's official visitor center, offering maps, brochures and trip-planning help for Colorado Springs.

    Right next doorMore like this

  • Museums
    Iconic

    US Olympic & Paralympic Museum

    $25–$50

    Interactive museum in downtown Colorado Springs honoring American Olympic and Paralympic athletes.

    0.3 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Sightseeing
    Free

    Pikes Peak Region Attractions Association

    Free

    A tourism association representing 29 Pikes Peak region attractions with free trip-planning guides.

    0.5 mi awayMore like this

  • Tours
    Foodie Favorite

    Rocky Mountain Food Tours

    $50+

    Join a guided walking tour with tastings at five local restaurants, breweries, and kitchens.

    0.5 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Downtown Colorado Springs

    Free

    Visitor guide to downtown Colorado Springs, home to more than 180 independent shops, restaurants and services.

    0.6 mi awayMore like this

  • Eat & Drink
    Local Gem

    Edelweiss Restaurant

    $25–$50

    Family-owned German restaurant in Colorado Springs serving schnitzel, bratwurst and other Old World dishes since 1967.

    1.1 mi awaySwitch it up: Eat & Drink