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1. Pikes Peak

Pikes Peak is 4,300 metres tall and commands fantastic views, as well as being home to a hair-raising mountainside train. The peak was named for the explorer Zebulon Pike, and the team he lead to the area in 1806. Later, the celebrated poem “America the Beautiful” by Katherine Lee Bates was written following her experience on this lofty peak looking over the imposing Rocky Mountains.

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2. US Air Force Academy

Step onto the campus of the US Air Force Academy to discover what goes into the training of the country's elite air force personnel. Every year, the military institution puts hundreds of cadets through a rigorous 4-year academic program.

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US Air Force Academy which includes modern architecture

3. Garden of the Gods

The rugged landscape of the western states of America has long been central to the region’s reputation as the Wild West and the Garden of the Gods is a stunning example of this terrain. As the low, grassy plains around Denver give way to dense woodlands, a series of rock formations rise dramatically upwards. These phenomenal red rocks are the centerpieces of the 1,367-acre (553-hectare) Garden of the Gods park, a favorite destination for hikers, mountain bikers and other lovers of the great outdoors.

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Get a taste for the Colorado landscape as you explore this huge city park on your own or during a guided bus or Segway tour.

4. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a large complex on the side of a mountain. Laying claim to being America’s only mountain zoo, it sits at an altitude of 6,800 feet (2,100 meters) above sea level. The 140-acre (57-hectare) site is home to more than 800 animals representing over 200 species.

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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo showing zoo animals and land animals

5. Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Go biking, hiking and camping in Cheyenne Mountain State Park, a wilderness expanse at the foot of Cheyenne Mountain. The diverse terrain comprises 2,701 acres (1,093 hectares) and encompasses prairies and forested areas.

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Thrill to the awesome scenery, hiking trails and wildlife spotting opportunities in the rugged foothills of a mountain.

6. Cave of the Winds

Venture deep into a vast underground cave network, hold on tight for hair-raising rides and enjoy stunning canyon views at the Caves of the Winds. There are adventures and activities for all the family at a natural wonder that was formed 500 million years ago.

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What to do in Colorado Springs

Popular places to visit

Pikes Peak

5/5(7 reviews)

Enjoy the spectacular views from the second most visited mountain in the world, just a few hours’ drive from Denver.

US Air Force Academy

5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy a free tour of the military campus where young men and women are trained to be officers in the United States Air Force.

Garden of the Gods

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Get a taste for the Colorado landscape as you explore this huge city park on your own or during a guided bus or Segway tour.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Tour the mountainside zoo to see hundreds of animals in replicas of their natural habitats. Feed giraffes and look down on the animals from a chairlift.

Cave of the Winds

Go on a subterranean adventure to explore caves, caverns and rock formations that are hundreds of millions of years old.

Cheyenne Mountain State Park

5/5(1 review)

Thrill to the awesome scenery, hiking trails and wildlife spotting opportunities in the rugged foothills of a mountain.

Seven Falls

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Seven Falls, a lovely green space in Colorado Springs. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the hiking trails.

Glen Eyrie Castle

Visit the English castle-like home and extensive grounds that once belonged to the founder of Colorado Springs and his family.

United States Olympic Complex featuring a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center

5/5(1 review)

Discover how Olympic and Paralympic champions are made when you tour this advanced training facility for athletes in numerous disciplines.

Areas of Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs which includes a fountain, outdoor art and a park

Central Colorado Springs

If you're spending some time in Central Colorado Springs, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Colorado Springs

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Downtown Colorado Springs is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Pikes Peak Center and Monument Valley Park while you're in town.

El Pomar Carriage Museum featuring interior views

Southwest Colorado Springs

If you're spending some time in Southwest Colorado Springs, Broadmoor Golf Club and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

Glen Eyrie Castle which includes heritage architecture, château or palace and a park

West Colorado Springs

While visiting West Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie Castle.

Broadmoor

If you're spending some time in Broadmoor, Broadmoor Golf Club and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

Cascade-Chipita Park

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Cascade-Chipita Park. You might want to make time for a stop at North Pole Colorado or North Slope Recreation Area.