Guidebook for Colorado Springs
Neighborhoods
Mountain side, steps from forest, hiking/ biking trails, restaurants, shopping, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Starsmore Discovery, Seven Falls. Wild turkeys, deer, bobcat, fox, hawks, bears and more roam the neighborhood.
23 locals recommend
Broadmoor
Mountain side, steps from forest, hiking/ biking trails, restaurants, shopping, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Starsmore Discovery, Seven Falls. Wild turkeys, deer, bobcat, fox, hawks, bears and more roam the neighborhood.
Sightseeing
Helen Hunt Falls is a waterfall located on Cheyenne Creek in the North Cheyenne Cañon Park of Colorado Springs, Colorado. The falls are located on North Cheyenne Creek immediately off North Cheyenne Canyon Road in the North Cheyenne Canyon Park.
169 locals recommend
Helen Hunt Falls
3440 North Cheyenne Canyon RoadHelen Hunt Falls is a waterfall located on Cheyenne Creek in the North Cheyenne Cañon Park of Colorado Springs, Colorado. The falls are located on North Cheyenne Creek immediately off North Cheyenne Canyon Road in the North Cheyenne Canyon Park.
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a zoological park located southwest of downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado, on Cheyenne Mountain in the United States. At an elevation of 6,714 feet above sea level, it is the highest zoo in America. The zoo covers 140 acres, 40 of which are in use.
569 locals recommend
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo RdThe Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a zoological park located southwest of downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado, on Cheyenne Mountain in the United States. At an elevation of 6,714 feet above sea level, it is the highest zoo in America. The zoo covers 140 acres, 40 of which are in use.
The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway is a cog railway that climbs one of the most iconic mountains in the United States, Pikes Peak in Colorado. The base station is in Manitou Springs, near Colorado Springs.
30 locals recommend
Pikes Peak Railway
515 Ruxton AvenueThe Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway is a cog railway that climbs one of the most iconic mountains in the United States, Pikes Peak in Colorado. The base station is in Manitou Springs, near Colorado Springs.
The Pikes Peak Highway is a 19-mile toll road that runs from Cascade, Colorado to the summit of Pikes Peak in El Paso County, at an altitude of 14,115 feet. It is at least partially open year-round, up to the altitude where snow removal becomes excessively difficult
69 locals recommend
Pike's Peak Highway
Pikes Peak HighwayThe Pikes Peak Highway is a 19-mile toll road that runs from Cascade, Colorado to the summit of Pikes Peak in El Paso County, at an altitude of 14,115 feet. It is at least partially open year-round, up to the altitude where snow removal becomes excessively difficult
Wildlife, nature trails & a variety of habitats featured at a preserve with guided tours & events.
41 locals recommend
Bear Creek Nature Center
245 Bear Creek RdWildlife, nature trails & a variety of habitats featured at a preserve with guided tours & events.
Set in the rolling foothills of Pikes Peak, Bear Creek Regional Park offers a pleasant escape within the city limits. This 545-acre regional park supports picnic pavilions, playing fields, tennis courts, playgrounds, archery range, horseshoe pit, volleyball and basketball courts. Additionally, ten miles of multi-purpose, non-motorized trails wind through the park.
Bear Creek Regional Park is a unique park in that it is owned and operated by El Paso County, yet it is entirely surrounded by the urbanized area of the City of Colorado Springs. The park provides a variety of active and passive outdoor recreation opportunities for citizens of El Paso County as well as a large number of visitors each year.
34 locals recommend
Bear Creek Regional Park
Set in the rolling foothills of Pikes Peak, Bear Creek Regional Park offers a pleasant escape within the city limits. This 545-acre regional park supports picnic pavilions, playing fields, tennis courts, playgrounds, archery range, horseshoe pit, volleyball and basketball courts. Additionally, ten miles of multi-purpose, non-motorized trails wind through the park.
Bear Creek Regional Park is a unique park in that it is owned and operated by El Paso County, yet it is entirely surrounded by the urbanized area of the City of Colorado Springs. The park provides a variety of active and passive outdoor recreation opportunities for citizens of El Paso County as well as a large number of visitors each year.
HQ for Rocky Mountain activity center established in 1973 offering jeep, zip line, balloon & segway tours.
27 locals recommend
Adventures Out West
1335 Manitou AveHQ for Rocky Mountain activity center established in 1973 offering jeep, zip line, balloon & segway tours.
Comprising 1,300 acres of sandstone formations, this park offers a visitor center & hiking trails. Free
238 locals recommend
Garden of the Gods
1805 N 30th StComprising 1,300 acres of sandstone formations, this park offers a visitor center & hiking trails. Free
Cave of the Winds is a cave in the Pikes Peak region of Colorado. It is located just west of Colorado Springs on U.S. Highway 24, near the Manitou Cliff Dwellings. Tours of the complex of caves are given daily.
464 locals recommend
Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
100 Cave of the Winds RdCave of the Winds is a cave in the Pikes Peak region of Colorado. It is located just west of Colorado Springs on U.S. Highway 24, near the Manitou Cliff Dwellings. Tours of the complex of caves are given daily.
The Manitou Cliff Dwellings are a privately-owned tourist attraction consisting of replica Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings and interpretive exhibits located just west of Colorado Springs, Colorado, on U.S. Highway 24 in Manitou Springs
288 locals recommend
Manitou Cliff Dwellings
10 Cliff RdThe Manitou Cliff Dwellings are a privately-owned tourist attraction consisting of replica Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings and interpretive exhibits located just west of Colorado Springs, Colorado, on U.S. Highway 24 in Manitou Springs
The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College is an arts center located just north of downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado. Located on the same city block are the American Numismatic Association and part of the campus of Colorado College. The center uses a thick red outline of a square as its logo.
145 locals recommend
Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College
30 W Dale StThe Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College is an arts center located just north of downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado. Located on the same city block are the American Numismatic Association and part of the campus of Colorado College. The center uses a thick red outline of a square as its logo.
The United States Air Force Academy is a military academy for officer cadets of the United States Air Force and United States Space Force immediately north of Colorado Springs, Colorado.
215 locals recommend
U.S. Air Force Academy
The United States Air Force Academy is a military academy for officer cadets of the United States Air Force and United States Space Force immediately north of Colorado Springs, Colorado.
The Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum is located at 215 S. Tejon Street in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The granite building with a domed clock tower was the El Paso County Courthouse building from 1903 to 1973
197 locals recommend
Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum
215 S Tejon StThe Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum is located at 215 S. Tejon Street in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The granite building with a domed clock tower was the El Paso County Courthouse building from 1903 to 1973
The Royal Gorge Bridge is a tourist attraction near Cañon City, Colorado within Royal Gorge Bridge and Park, a 360-acre amusement park located along the edge of the Royal Gorge around both ends of the bridge.
340 locals recommend
Royal Gorge Bridge and Park
4218 Co Rd 3AThe Royal Gorge Bridge is a tourist attraction near Cañon City, Colorado within Royal Gorge Bridge and Park, a 360-acre amusement park located along the edge of the Royal Gorge around both ends of the bridge.
The United States Olympic & Paralympic Museum is a historical and cultural sports museum located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, first opened on July 30, 2020.
150 locals recommend
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum
200 S Sierra Madre StThe United States Olympic & Paralympic Museum is a historical and cultural sports museum located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, first opened on July 30, 2020.
Food scene
A popular Cheyenne Canyon destination neighborhood café, outdoor patio plus libations.
36 locals recommend
Sacred Ground Cafe
1801 Cheyenne BlvdA popular Cheyenne Canyon destination neighborhood café, outdoor patio plus libations.
In busy Old Colorado City, galleries and quaint gift stores cluster alongside jewelers, candy shops, and tattoo parlors in 19th-century brick buildings along Colorado Avenue. Dining options range from American eateries to Italian trattorias and Greek tavernas. The Old Colorado City History Center Museum has exhibits on early pioneer settlement, and Simpich Showcase features puppet productions and a folk doll museum.
388 locals recommend
Old Colorado City
In busy Old Colorado City, galleries and quaint gift stores cluster alongside jewelers, candy shops, and tattoo parlors in 19th-century brick buildings along Colorado Avenue. Dining options range from American eateries to Italian trattorias and Greek tavernas. The Old Colorado City History Center Museum has exhibits on early pioneer settlement, and Simpich Showcase features puppet productions and a folk doll museum.
Manitou Springs is a resort city in Colorado, just outside Colorado Springs. It’s known for its mineral springs and mountain landscapes, dominated by soaring Pikes Peak. The Manitou Cliff Dwellings are a group of reassembled ancient cliff structures. Hundreds of steps lead up a steep slope on the Manitou Incline Trail. Manitou Avenue is home to art galleries and specialty boutiques.
649 locals recommend
Manitou Springs
Manitou Springs is a resort city in Colorado, just outside Colorado Springs. It’s known for its mineral springs and mountain landscapes, dominated by soaring Pikes Peak. The Manitou Cliff Dwellings are a group of reassembled ancient cliff structures. Hundreds of steps lead up a steep slope on the Manitou Incline Trail. Manitou Avenue is home to art galleries and specialty boutiques.
Rustic trattoria with a lively atmosphere doling out classic Italian dishes with homemade sauces. One of our favorites. Featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives television show.
127 locals recommend
Paravicini's Italian Bistro
2802 W Colorado AveRustic trattoria with a lively atmosphere doling out classic Italian dishes with homemade sauces. One of our favorites. Featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives television show.
Till neighborhood bistro & bar serving downtown Colorado Springs · A bold new Neighborhood bistro and bar · Open for dinner service · Wednesday - Sunday 5p - 10p
7 locals recommend
TILL Neighborhood Bistro & Bar
616 South Tejon StreetTill neighborhood bistro & bar serving downtown Colorado Springs · A bold new Neighborhood bistro and bar · Open for dinner service · Wednesday - Sunday 5p - 10p
Cozy British nook for ales, piano sing-alongs & classic pub fare, in the legendary Broadmoor resort.
83 locals recommend
The Golden Bee
1 Lake AveCozy British nook for ales, piano sing-alongs & classic pub fare, in the legendary Broadmoor resort.
Eclectic globally inspired eats plus creative cocktails & coffee served in a slick, retro-feel room. One of our favorites.
160 locals recommend
Shuga's
702 S Cascade AveEclectic globally inspired eats plus creative cocktails & coffee served in a slick, retro-feel room. One of our favorites.
Chill hangout offering espresso drinks, creative waffles, salads, panini & cocktails.
53 locals recommend
Urban Steam
1025 S Sierra Madre StChill hangout offering espresso drinks, creative waffles, salads, panini & cocktails.
Popular locavore restaurant offering breakfast, brunch & lunch staples in comfy, brick-walled digs.
71 locals recommend
Urban Egg
28B S Tejon StPopular locavore restaurant offering breakfast, brunch & lunch staples in comfy, brick-walled digs.
Upscale New American cuisine in a historic hotel with outdoor dining & a cozy, romantic ambiance.
8 locals recommend
Cliff House Dining Room
306 Cañon AveUpscale New American cuisine in a historic hotel with outdoor dining & a cozy, romantic ambiance.
Modern spot serving locally sourced international dishes, plus breakfast & cocktails. One of our favorites.
19 locals recommend
Homa at Kinship Landing
415 S Nevada AveModern spot serving locally sourced international dishes, plus breakfast & cocktails. One of our favorites.
Homey bar/eatery since 1985 with local art preparing mainly vegetarian dishes & homemade desserts.
104 locals recommend
Adam’s Mountain Cafe
26 Manitou AveHomey bar/eatery since 1985 with local art preparing mainly vegetarian dishes & homemade desserts.
Longtime cafe serving breakfasts & American comfort food, with a seasonal creekside patio. One of our favorites
79 locals recommend
The Pantry
6980 Lake StLongtime cafe serving breakfasts & American comfort food, with a seasonal creekside patio. One of our favorites
Modern mainstay serving homestyle Mexican mains, local craft beers & margaritas in adobe-style digs
72 locals recommend
Crystal Park Cantina
178 Crystal Park RdModern mainstay serving homestyle Mexican mains, local craft beers & margaritas in adobe-style digs
Happening joint with Southern-style BBQ & other down-home favorites, plus a full bar & live music. Featured on Diners, Drive-ins and dives television show.
129 locals recommend
Front Range Barbeque
2330 W Colorado AveHappening joint with Southern-style BBQ & other down-home favorites, plus a full bar & live music. Featured on Diners, Drive-ins and dives television show.
In an old roundhouse, this eatery serves their own craft beers & a creative, eclectic pub menu.
65 locals recommend
Colorado Mountain Brewery at the Roundhouse
600 South 21st StreetIn an old roundhouse, this eatery serves their own craft beers & a creative, eclectic pub menu.
Food has always been part of Ivywild School, and it has evolved from a small bakery and limited offerings in the beginning to an expanded kitchen offering a full menu. We are launching into the next era with a new and improved marketplace, offering a variety of culinary options with Detroit-style pizza from Decent Pizza Co., the best Empanadas in Colorado with Lazo Empanadas, all-American burgers at Ivywild Kitchen, and fresh flavors from Salad Or Bust.
200 locals recommend
Ivywild School
1604 S Cascade AveFood has always been part of Ivywild School, and it has evolved from a small bakery and limited offerings in the beginning to an expanded kitchen offering a full menu. We are launching into the next era with a new and improved marketplace, offering a variety of culinary options with Detroit-style pizza from Decent Pizza Co., the best Empanadas in Colorado with Lazo Empanadas, all-American burgers at Ivywild Kitchen, and fresh flavors from Salad Or Bust.
Biscuit based breakfasts, sandwiches and pizza in downtown Colorado Springs
115 locals recommend
Denver Biscuit Company - Colorado Springs
528 S Tejon StBiscuit based breakfasts, sandwiches and pizza in downtown Colorado Springs
Snug ice cream parlor offering unique flavors, plus hot dogs, shakes, cakes & an outdoor pati
21 locals recommend
Colorado City Creamery
2602 Colorado AveSnug ice cream parlor offering unique flavors, plus hot dogs, shakes, cakes & an outdoor pati
Golf
Historical golf complex featuring an 18-hole course & a 9-hole course, plus a shop & an eatery.
30 locals recommend
Patty Jewett Municipal Golf Course
900 E Espanola StHistorical golf complex featuring an 18-hole course & a 9-hole course, plus a shop & an eatery.
Shopping
Quirky, adobe-style gallery & shop featuring regional art, specialty foods & Native American crafts.
38 locals recommend
Garden of the Gods Trading Post
324 Beckers LnQuirky, adobe-style gallery & shop featuring regional art, specialty foods & Native American crafts.
Adventure
Plays along Fountain Creek, offering water hazards, mature trees and some epic elevated shots.
The Aviary Disc Golf Course
2212 Executive CirclePlays along Fountain Creek, offering water hazards, mature trees and some epic elevated shots.