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Your guide to the top things to do in Colorado Springs, United States.

Things to do in Colorado Springs – top Colorado Springs must-see attractions

Colorado Springs is where dramatic Rocky Mountain scenery meets a deep military and pioneer heritage, making its landmarks some of the most diverse in the American West. You'll find everything here from ancient geological formations and Native American cliff dwellings to Olympic training facilities and a Victorian-era castle. Scramble through the red rock fins of Garden of the Gods, watch giraffes up close at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, or push your limits on the steep steps of The Manitou Incline. Ready to explore? Here's your go-to list of places to visit in Colorado Springs, United States.

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Nature reserves
Nature reserves
Historic Site
Historic Site
Museums
Museums
Architectural Buildings
Architectural Buildings
Geologic Formations
Geologic Formations
Parks
Parks
Garden of the Gods Park
Nature Lovers
Garden of the Gods Park
Why visit?
  • Towering red rock formations
  • Scenic hiking trails
  • Free visitor center
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Families
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Why visit?
  • Giraffe feeding experience
  • Mountain hillside setting
  • 100+ animal species
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum
History Geeks
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum
Why visit?
  • Interactive athlete exhibits
  • Paralympic history gallery
  • Olympic torch collection
United States Air Force Academy
History Geeks
United States Air Force Academy
Why visit?
  • Cadet Chapel architecture
  • Visitor center & tours
  • Extensive trail system
The Broadmoor Seven Falls
Nature Lovers
The Broadmoor Seven Falls
Why visit?
  • Seven cascading falls
  • Illuminated evening display
  • Staircase canyon climb
Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
Adventure Seekers
Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
Why visit?
  • Guided lantern cave tours
  • Zip line over canyon
  • Terror in the Caves event
Manitou Cliff Dwellings
History Geeks
Manitou Cliff Dwellings
Why visit?
  • Ancestral Puebloan ruins
  • Archaeology artifact museum
  • Hands-on cultural exhibits
The Manitou Incline
Adventure Seekers
The Manitou Incline
Why visit?
  • 2,000-ft elevation gain
  • Historic cog railway path
  • Panoramic summit views
United States Olympic Training Center
Sports Enthusiasts
United States Olympic Training Center
Why visit?
  • Guided facility tours
  • Olympic athlete training zones
  • Hall of Fame exhibits
Glen Eyrie Castle
Architecture Enthusiasts
Glen Eyrie Castle
Why visit?
  • Tudor-style castle estate
  • Scenic canyon grounds
  • Historic guided tours
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