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Manitou Springs

354 Manitou Ave · Manitou Springs, CO

Why you should go…

Manitou Springs is a small historic town in the Pikes Peak region of Colorado, marketed to visitors by the Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce, Visitors Bureau & Office of Economic Development. The town is known for eight naturally carbonated mineral spring fountains found throughout its historic district and its proximity to Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods. The visitors bureau provides maps, guides and event listings for the area.

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  • #mountains
  • #family
  • #walkable

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

  • Museums
    History Buff

    Manitou Cliff Dwellings Museum

    Under $25

    Walk through relocated Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings and browse Native American artifact exhibits near Pikes Peak.

    0.6 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Shopping
    Local Gem

    Garden of the Gods Trading Post

    Free

    Colorado's largest gift shop and Native American art gallery at the edge of Garden of the Gods park.

    0.7 mi awaySwitch it up: Shopping

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Iconic

    Garden of the Gods

    Free

    Towering red sandstone formations rise against Pikes Peak in this free Colorado Springs park.

    2.2 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Sightseeing
    Free

    Pikes Peak Region Attractions Association

    Free

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

    4.5 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Downtown Colorado Springs

    Free

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

    4.6 mi awayMore like this

  • 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.

    4.7 mi awayMore like this