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Downtown Colorado Springs

· Colorado Springs, CO

Why you should go…

The Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs is a nonprofit that markets and manages the city's downtown district, home to more than 180 independent shops, restaurants and services. It provides visitor information and a downtown map, and organizes events and walking tours in the area promoted as the heart of Olympic City USA. The organization is headquartered at 111 S. Tejon Street in Colorado Springs.

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Good to know

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 Downtown 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
    Free

    Pikes Peak Region Attractions Association

    Free

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

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  • Tours
    Foodie Favorite

    Rocky Mountain Food Tours

    $50+

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

    Steps awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Museums
    Iconic

    US Olympic & Paralympic Museum

    $25–$50

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

    0.5 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Sightseeing
    Outdoor Adventure

    Colorado Springs

    Free

    Plan a trip to Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak region, home to Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods.

    0.6 mi awayMore like this

  • 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.

    0.6 mi awayMore like this

  • Museums
    History Buff

    Edward C. Rochette Money Museum

    Under $25

    Museum of coins, paper currency and monetary history operated by the American Numismatic Association.

    0.8 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums