Megan's Guidebook
Sightseeing
You can find great Western-themed clothing, antiques and great beer. And the Dinosauer Museum!
129 locals recommend
Woodland Park
You can find great Western-themed clothing, antiques and great beer. And the Dinosauer Museum!
This is a must-see. No trip to Colorado Springs should be without time in the park. Beautiful rock formations, great hikes from paved for strolling to more strenuous uphill climbs.
1169 locals recommend
Garden of the Gods Club and Resort
3320 Mesa RdThis is a must-see. No trip to Colorado Springs should be without time in the park. Beautiful rock formations, great hikes from paved for strolling to more strenuous uphill climbs.
Charming little old Western town and home to the Cog Railway and the Incline.
649 locals recommend
Manitou Springs
Charming little old Western town and home to the Cog Railway and the Incline.
Another must-see. Wear good shoes to make the climb up to the falls. Not too hard, just a little wet.
Nice visitor center.
169 locals recommend
Helen Hunt Falls
3440 North Cheyenne Canyon RoadAnother must-see. Wear good shoes to make the climb up to the falls. Not too hard, just a little wet.
Nice visitor center.
Great for kids!
Check out the kids area which includes a huge spiral slide! Eat in the soda shop designed for kids and families.
29 locals recommend
Focus on the Family
8605 Explorer DrCheck out the kids area which includes a huge spiral slide! Eat in the soda shop designed for kids and families.
Acacia park is perfect for people watching or letting the kids play. In the winter, the downtown ice rink opens right in the park!
20 locals recommend
Acacia Park
115 E Platte AveAcacia park is perfect for people watching or letting the kids play. In the winter, the downtown ice rink opens right in the park!
Playgrounds, soccer fields, tennis courts, lots of picnic areas, and a splash pad!
26 locals recommend
John Venezia Community Park
3555 Briargate PkwyPlaygrounds, soccer fields, tennis courts, lots of picnic areas, and a splash pad!
Fine Dining
Walk around the lovely lake and try out their amazing restaurants and spa.
The Broadmoor Golf Club
1 Lake AveMust check out this gorgeous historic hotel!
Shopping
Best shopping in town is 5 min away! Apple, Eddie Bauer, Anthropologie, Athleta and much more
The Promenade Shops at Briargate
1605-1925 Briargate PkwyThe best shopping in the Springs.
Neighborhoods
Ivywild School
1604 S Cascade AveHang out and drink coffee among artists and bohemian folk.
Monument
Old town Monument offers quaint old West charm
A gem of a little town. Hiking and biking trails, local restaurants and shops, but feels small. Lake for kayaks or stand up paddle boards. Best ice cream at the Rock House
54 locals recommend
Palmer Lake
A gem of a little town. Hiking and biking trails, local restaurants and shops, but feels small. Lake for kayaks or stand up paddle boards. Best ice cream at the Rock House
Larkspur
Our favorite hiking spots.