Overview
The natural beauty of Colorado Springs is legendary. In fact, the view from the top of nearby Pikes Peak inspired Katharine Lee Bates to compose “America the Beautiful†over 100 years ago. Today, there is more access to the mountains and streams that the area is famous for, yet the “wild west†feel remains intact.
At an altitude of 6,053 feet, the climate of Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak region is warm in the summer and moderate in the spring, fall and winter, with over 300 days of sunshine each year. Today, visitors enjoy the climate because it allows for year-round outdoor recreation. Summers are dry with temperatures in the 80s to mid to high 90s, with cool nights in the 60s. Spring and fall temperatures range from the mid 50s to the low 70s and winters here can be white, but normally the snow that does fall melts quickly and reveals a sunny sky again. Winter temperatures range from the low 30s to upper 40s.
Colorado Springs is also known for its rich and diverse cultural activities. Learn about how the city was founded and how the Pikes Peak or Bust gold rush shaped our region at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum and Cripple Creek Heritage Center. Descend 1,000 feet into a gold mine or take an historic train ride in Cripple Creek or the Royal Gorge. Visit historic homes such as Glen Eyrie Castle and Miramont Castle. View classic and modern art at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and Smokebrush Gallery or explore your passion and interests at the Money Museum, Outlaws & Lawmen Museum, Western Museum of Mining & Industry, Rock Ledge Historic Ranch, Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Museum or the Dinosaur Resource Center. These attractions, activities, landmarks and historic locations await you in Colorado Springs, for your next Colorado trip.
Discover more than 50 exciting and unique attractions in Colorado Springs, Colorado such as Pikes Peak Colorado Springs , U.S. Olympic Training Center, Garden of the Gods Park, The Pikes Peak Cog Railway, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Cave of the Winds, Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Royal Gorge Bridge, Seven Falls, Flying W Ranch and the U.S. Air Force Academy. With plenty of family Colorado Springs vacation packages available from our members, you will find an affordable way to enjoy our famous Colorado Springs attractions.
Distance Airport
Colorado Springs Airport is situated 16 Km (10 Miles) from City Centre.
Transport Airport
There are a number of options to choose for transportation from airport to city center.
BY Car Rental
Colorado Springs Airport gives travelers the selection they want with the convenience they need. Check-in counters are in the baggage claim area. In addition, off-airport rental car companies provide courtesy van service to and from the airport.
By Taxi, Bus and Limousine Services
The Colorado Springs Airport has a wide variety of transportation options to various locations in Colorado Springs and the region. Options include charter bus, limo and taxi. Contact the individual services for exact prices, destinations and schedules.
Flying Time from UK
Approx travel time from:
London 9Hrs 27Min
Manchester 9Hrs 11Min
Edinburgh 8Hrs 55Min
Glasgow 8Hrs 51Min
Birmingham 9Hrs 17Min
Attractions
Colorado Springs offers a lot of tourist attractions.
Pikes Peak
Pikes Peak is the stunning 14,110-foot (4.300 meters) mountain sitting in the western backdrop of Colorado Springs. An 1893 excursion to the top of Pikes Peak gave Katharine Lee Bates' inspiration to pen the words to the song, "America the Beautiful". There are several ways to get to the top of Pikes Peak: you can hike the 13-mile (21 km) Barr Trail, drive the 19-mile (30 km) Pikes Peak Toll Highway, or ride the 8.9-mile (14 km) Cog Railway. The Pikes Peak Cog Railway takes about three hours roundtrip from the station in Manitou to the Pikes Peak Summit House. Visitors at the top will be rewarded with spectacular views, but should limit their visit to only 30 or 40 minutes to avoid altitude sickness.
North Pole Home of Santa's Workshop
A favorite family attraction located at the foot of Pikes Peak is the family theme park known as the North Pole Home of Santa's Workshop. Santa and his elves have been welcoming visitors there since 1956. The park has more than two dozen rides including the Enterprise Space Shuttle and an Antique Carousel. Visitor can take a ride on the Miniature Train, fly thought the sky on the Aerial Tram and feed Santa's goats and llamas. Shows are performed though out the day, and there are many shops and eating areas in the park.
Garden of the Gods
The Garden of the Gods is a beautiful 1392-acre (563-hectare) public park and a Registered National Natural Landmark located only minutes from downtown Colorado Springs. The area is filled with striking sandstone formations with a nice view of Pikes Peak. The Garden of the Gods has a visitor and Nature Center which are both free of charge. The area is a great place to explore the outdoors as a hiker, mountain biker, or rock climber. Guided walks and horseback rides are available to visitors. It is also a favorite scenic wedding location.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is the only mountain zoo in the United States. It is located in the Pikes Peak region and is home to more than 750 animals including 32 endangered species. There is plenty to do at this zoo. A refurbished antique Zoo Carousel is open daily during the summer months and on weekends, and during the remaining months when weather permits. A tram that has eight stops around the zoo is also open on the same schedule.
#Cave of the Winds##The Cave of the Winds, located in Manitou Springs only eight miles (14 km) from downtown Colorado Springs, holds 200 million years of geological history and has been a commercial attraction since 1880. It is filled with beautiful limestone stalactites and flowstone curtains. Guided tours are available year round including a traditional tour or a lantern guided tour.
Shopping
Whether shopping for yourself or for a friend at home, the boutique shops and specialty stores are a shopper's paradise. Unique shopping districts like Historic Old Colorado City, Manitou Springs and Downtown Colorado Springs are the perfect setting for you to find that special memento or gift for an important person in your life.
American Classics Marketplace
The American Classic Marketplace in Colorado Springs provides patrons with a huge selection of diverse items for sale by merchants across the state of Colorado.
Colorado Springs Flea Market
The Colorado Springs Flea Market is a fantastic enclave of shops and stores, featuring great dining and entertainment in addition to its diverse cross-section of shopping options.
The Outlets At Castle Rock
The Outlets at Castle Rock, an amazing shopping centers with hundreds of discount options, provides visitors with a great variety of name brand merchandise at fantastically cheap (in comparison to the original price) clothing, accessories, shoes, outdoor and camping equipment, furniture, and electronics.
Broad moor
The Broad moor is a wonderful shopping destination in Colorado Springs, with a wide variety of stores as well as dining options.
#The Promenade Shops at Briar gate## The Promenade Shops at Briar gate is an upscale shopping destination with a unique blend of chain and independently owned shops and stores.##4 Bar Western & Work##A great selection of Cowboy Hats by Stetson, Resistor & more! 4 has 8,000 boots to choose from for everyone in the family.4's giant boot department can outfit your family and friends in authentic Cowboy gear. Take a part of the Colorado West home with you.##Briar-Mart International Market & Café##International Cafe and Market. It offer a wide variety of imported meats and spices from the Mediterranean. Come in and enjoy a Gyro, or browse our shop for that hard to find product.##Cheers Liquor Mart## Cheers Liquor Mart has been serving the Colorado Springs area for over 30 years. Cheers is the largest liquor store in Southern Colorado and features one of the largest selections in the country at discount prices.
Fun & Family
Colorado Springs is the perfect vacation destination for kids of all ages. Colorado Springs was born to please tourists. Not only is the setting tremendously scenic, but there are numerous attractions for traveling families.
Palmer Park
A ridge of bluffs - Austin Bluffs - runs along what used to be the eastern edge of Colorado Springs. Large swaths of these scrubby, cliffy hills were set aside as a city park, and the view from the top is outstanding. Try to arrive early in the morning, when the sun is at your back as you capture photos of the mountains and city. This is a good place to get an overview of Colorado Springs. Picnic tables are scattered about and some overlooks have interpretive signs to help families understand the view they are studying.
Garden of the Gods
From the view on top of Austin Bluffs, the tall, rocky shapes of Garden of the Gods Park are clearly visible at the foot of Pikes Peak. From I-25, take Garden of the Gods Road west and follow the signs to this National Natural Landmark. The geologic wonders make a spectacular foreground for photographers standing on the front deck of the visitor’s center and taking pictures of Pikes Peak.
Air Force Academy
With the escarpments of the Rampart Range in the background, the Air Force Academy is arguably the most scenic of all military academies. The rugged surroundings make a striking contrast with the sharp, clean lines of the Academy's architecture. It is a show that intrigues even the smallest visitors. Personnel are on hand at the viewing area in front of the Cadet Chapel to answer questions.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
This zoo is one of the best attractions for families in all of Colorado. The animal park is built on the side of Cheyenne Mountain, west of Colorado Springs, and so has a vertical element unmatched anywhere else. The animal exhibits stretch up the mountainside, through boulders and trees, making an interesting viewing opportunity for kids. Children must learn to let their eyes adjust to the shapes in the woods, so they can pick out and watch the creatures. A paved road winds up through the zoo, and before they know it, kids have climbed up the side of the mountain. Don't miss feeding the giraffes and the chairlift ride up the mountain through the center of the zoo.
#Pikes Peak Cog Railway##Pikes Peak inspired the song, "America the Beautiful" and its soaring form dominates the western side of Colorado Springs. A train ride to the summit is a great opportunity for kids. It lets them see the changing life zones as they ride from foothills to alpine tundra. They breathe air that's thin, watch clouds blow by, and know that snow is likely any month of the year on top. And they can experience the spacious skies, amber waves of grain, and purple mountains majesty of America's Mountain for themselves.
Night Life
With authentic pubs and a vibrant nightlife, Colorado Springs offers exciting experiences long after the sun goes down. Join a Tuesday night run followed by beers and brats or stroll Tejon Street looking for unique bookstores and bars. Downtown Colorado Springs is filled with unique personality and fantastic charm.
Ritz Grill
Although The Ritz is one heck of a nightspot in which to hang out, socialize and hear good music from a very impressive house sound system, their food (especially the sandwiches) is worth mentioning as well. Locals love the bar, which is the center point of the room.
Phantom Canyon
Situated in the historic Cheyenne Building, this popular spot is yet another great option for those looking for brewhouse hangouts in the Springs. It is also one of the most popular restaurants in the city and is credited for contributing to the downtown revitalization. You can sit anywhere and benefit from the huge windows that afford great views of the mountains and downtown. It's usually busy, which means noise, but if you are visiting a place like this, you'll probably be making some noise of your own as well. The second floor is devoted to pool, with twelve tournament style billiard tables, a jukebox, another bar, and great views.
Jack Quinn's
This authentic Irish pub is complete with dark wooded interior and booths enclosed with stained glass for semi-privacy. The bar is a focal point, and meeting rooms upstairs allow for group functions. Traditional Irish favorites feature prominently on the menu, and the bar offers a regular schedule of live music.
Rum Bay
Part of a block-long complex of hot nightspots, Rum Bay sports tropical décor and a large selection of rum. The energy kicks into high-gear later in the evening and on weekends, when DJs spin a variety of tunes calculated to get you up on your feet and moving to the groove. Alternatively, you can check out the dueling pianos next door, or head to the tiny Sam's Bar for a little quiet time in closer quarters. There is also tequila and bourbon bars to investigate if rum isn't your thing.
#Underground##After showing that proof positive ID, you may enter either the large pool hall area or the dance floor to enjoy one of Colorado Springs favorite gathering spots. With three distinct bars, The Pub, The Back Room, and The Boiler Room, there's something for everyone.
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