United States Air Force Academy
The Academy is one of the most popular attractions in Colorado, welcoming more than one million visitors each year. Find out everything you need to know about visiting. The U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado, located north of Colorado Springs, is an institution for the undergraduate education of officers for the United States Air Force.
National Museum of World War II Aviation
The Museum's new 40,000 sq ft hangar is now open at 775 Aviation Way, Wednesdays through Sundays from 10 AM to 5 PM. Visitors can walk around the museum on their own and hosts are available to answer questions. Two hour docent led tours are offered at 10:30 AM , 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM, and include a visit to WestPac, a private WWII aircraft restoration company.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Colorado Springs is home to America’s mountain Zoo. Advance tickets are required. Located at 6,714 feet above sea level, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo offers breathtaking views of the city and of its 750 animals. The unique design of the Zoo’s animal exhibits gets guests closer than ever before. Hand-feed one of the largest reticulated giraffe herds in the world, watch grizzlies swim with trout, hop next to red-necked wallabies and get hands on with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents in The Loft. Have a WILD adventure at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo – see the animals, ride an antique carousel.
Garden of the Gods
Located at the base of Pikes Peak, this National Natural Landmark and popular park features stunning geological formations, rock climbing, nature trails and the Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center.
Red Rock Canyon
The red rock scenery here is second to none and the trail network is positively top notch. In addition to the outstanding hiking and mountain biking, there are excellent and beautiful rock climbing routes as well. There's also a small skills park and jump line for cyclists.
Olympic Training Center
The Colorado Springs Olympic Training Center is home to Olympic hopefuls in various sport disciplines. Take the guided walking tour and see the facilities in which athletes train as the aspire to be part of Team USA in the upcoming Olympic Games!
Helen Hunt Falls
Helen Hunt Falls is located in North Cheyenne Canon Park. Visitors can enjoy the view from the base of the falls or take a short walk to the top and admire the view from the bridge across the falls. Those wishing to continue hiking up to Silver Cascade Falls will be rewarded with a breathtaking view of North Cheyenne Canon.
Seven Falls
The Broadmoor Seven Falls is reopened after two years of closure from flood devastation. Bask in the majesty of Seven Falls, a magnificent series of waterfalls located in a 1,400-foot-tall box canyon and explore everything else that Seven Falls has to offer. From delectable new dining options at the exquisite Restaurant 1858, a gift shop, walking and hiking trails and the optional Broadmoor Soaring Adventure-a thrilling zip line course above Seven Falls! Seven Falls is a dog friendly, walking park with ample, complimentary parking at the Broadmoor Hotel that includes a shuttle directly to the gate of the Park.
Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum
The Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum (CSPM) is committed to building a lasting connection to the Pikes Peak region by preserving and sharing our cultural history and accomplishes this mission through innovative exhibits, educational outreach and programming, and preservation of its object and archival collections.
ANA Money Museum
Through the discovery of money, America’s largest museum dedicated to numismatics brings culture to life. The museum explores art, history, science and much more to promote the diverse nature of money and related items.
Space Foundation
The Space Foundation Discovery Center is the region's first and only space, science and technology center. It is an interactive, museum-quality destination that advances space-based science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM) in the exciting context of space exploration, development and utilization.
Ghost Town Museum
Welcome to Ghost Town Museum
We’re committed to making the Wild West accessible to families and visitors of the Pikes Peak region by offering an authentic western experience year-round at a great value. Add Ghost Town Museum to your vacation or staycation plans.
Penrose Heritage Museum
Penrose Heritage Museum showcases the history and heritage of the Pikes Peak region through the personal artifact collection of Colorado Springs philanthropists Spencer and Julie Penrose, who built the Pikes Peak Auto Highway (1916), The Broadmoor hotel (1918) and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo (1926). Free admission
