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Colorado Springs Tourist Attractions and Colorado Springs Sightseeing
(Colorado Springs, Colorado - CO, USA)



Colorado Springs boasts a wealth of cultural tourist attractions, including an excellent assortment of museums, galleries and beautiful old buildings and historic landmarks. The city of Colorado Springs also contains an equally impressive range of natural attractions, such as the legendary Pikes Peak, the mineral waters of Manitou Springs and the red sandstone formations of the aptly titled Garden of the Gods, all of which attract large numbers of tourists each year.

Add to this a number of amusement parks and wildlife attractions, and you have a holiday destination suitable for the whole family. Here are some of the main tourist attractions in the Colorado Springs area.





Colorado Springs Tourist Attractions: Garden of the Gods - 1805 North 30th Street, Colorado Springs, Colorado (CO), USA
Tel: +1 719 634 6666
One of the most popular tourist attractions in Colorado Springs, the Garden of the Gods consists of unique red sandstone formations and a myriad of plant and animal species. A number of hiking trails enable you to explore the area, with horseback riding and mountain biking permitted on selected trails. It is now a National Natural Landmark.
Colorado Springs tourist attraction open: daily - 05:00 to 23:00, 05:00 to 21:00 (winter)
Colorado Springs tourist attraction admission: free

Colorado Springs Tourist Attractions: Cheyenne Mountain Zoo - 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road, Colorado Springs, Colorado (CO), 80906, USA
Tel: +1 719 633 9925
This is the country's only mountain zoo and is home to more than 500 animals, with attractions including over 50 endangered species from around the world. Animals at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo are all housed in beautiful habitats set against a background of spectacular mountain scenery. Some of the best views of Colorado Springs can be enjoyed here.
Colorado Springs tourist attraction open: daily - 09:00 to 17:00
Colorado Springs tourist attraction admission: charge, discounts available for seniors and children, children under three free

Colorado Springs Tourist Attractions: Air Force Academy - I-25 exit 156B, Colorado Springs, Colorado (CO), USA
Tel: +1 719 333 8723
Locals take much pride in the US Air Force Academy, a part of the Colorado Springs landscape since 1954. It is one of the most visited attractions, with visitors able to explore certain areas such as the Cadet Field House, Cadet Chapel, planetarium, parade grounds and an outdoor B-52 bomber display. The visitor center is home to exhibits on the academy's history and the life of cadets.
Colorado Springs tourist attraction open: daily - 09:00 to 18:00 (17:00 during the winter)
Colorado Springs tourist attraction admission: free

Colorado Springs Tourist Attractions: Cave of the Winds - Manitou Springs, Colorado (CO), USA
Tel: +1 719 685 5444
This is an impressive series of caves and underground caverns that have been welcoming visitors since they were discovered in the late 19th century by a couple of adventurous boys. Tours of Colorado Springs' Cave of the Winds show off beautifully formed stalagmites, stalactites and numerous intricate crystal and limestone formations, while an impressive outdoor laser show is offered nightly during the summer months.
Colorado Springs tourist attraction open: daily - 09:00 to 21:00, seasonal variations apply
Colorado Springs tourist attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children, children under six years old are free

Colorado Springs Tourist Attractions: Ghost Town - 400 South 21st Street, Colorado Springs, Colorado (CO), USA
Tel: +1 719 634 0696
Ghost Town is a popular family attraction located in the heart of Old Colorado City. It tells the story of the Wild West through authentic buildings brought in from all over the state, including a sheriff's office, general store, saloon, blacksmith shop and a jail, Other attractions at the Colorado Springs Ghost Town include actors in period dress and gold panning during the summer months.
Colorado Springs tourist attraction open: Monday to Saturday - 10:00 to 17:00, Sunday 11:00 to 17:00, seasonal variations apply
Colorado Springs tourist attraction admission: charge, discounts available for seniors and children, children under six years old are free

Colorado Springs Tourist Attractions: Pikes Peak Cog Railway - 515 Ruxton Avenue, Manitou Springs, Colorado (CO), USA
Tel: +1 719 685 5401
A trip to Colorado Springs is incomplete without a trek to the summit of Pikes Peak, or America's Mountain, and there's no better way to do it than by taking a ride on the world's highest cog railway. The railway was completed in 1891 and the steep climb takes over an hour to complete, with the slow pace enabling you to savor the views of the unfolding scenery below. The 45-minute stop at the summit offers unrivaled views of Denver to the north, the seemingly endless peaks and valleys of the Rockies to the west and the Great Plains to the east.

Colorado Springs' Pikes Peak Cog Railway is one of the areas premier tourist attractions, although do bear in mind that you will be surpassing 14,000 feet / 4,268 meters and the trip is not recommended for those with cardiac or respiratory conditions. Don't be surprised if you begin to feel a bit faint or light headed.
Colorado Springs tourist attraction open: daily - April to January
Colorado Springs tourist attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children, children under three years old are free

Colorado Springs Tourist Attractions: Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site - Gateway Road, Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs, Colorado (CO), USA
Tel: +1 719 578 6777
Immerse yourself in living history at this collection of Colorado Springs' farms, each representing a distinct period in the evolution of ranching in Colorado. The Galloway Homestead of the 1860s represents the homestead era, while attractions at the Chambers Farm and Blacksmith Shop include the working-ranch era of the 1880s, and the Orchard House of 1907 features the more comfortable offerings of the estate period. Regular special events add to the ranch's atmosphere.
Colorado Springs tourist attraction open: June to Labor Day, Wednesday to Sunday - 10:00 to 17:00, September to December, Saturday - 10:00 to 16:00, Sunday - noon to 16:00
Colorado Springs tourist attraction admission: charge, discounts available for seniors, students and children, children under six years old are free

 
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