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Colorado Springs Attractions

The city of Colorado Springs, a popular resort both in summer and in winter, lies on the eastern slope of the Front Range, here dominated by Pikes Peak (14,110ft/4,301m). In recent years it has developed into an important center of the electronics industry, not least because of the presence in the surrounding area of several highly sensitive military establishments (including an underground command center and the North American Aerospace Command).

History

Colorado Springs was founded in 1871, following the construction of the railroad, near the existing town of El Dorado City (later Colorado City and for a time capital of the state of Colorado). In the 1890s the gold rush on Cripple Creek drew large numbers of people to Colorado Springs. By 1917 it had grown so much that it was amalgamated with the neighboring little town of Colorado City. The establishment of various military installations after the Second World War gave a further boost to the town.
American Numismatic Association Money Museum
The American Numismatic Association Money Museum in Colorado Springs has over 250,000 objects that relate to the history of money. Coins, medals, tokens, paper money and other items such as art are on display in three galleries.
Address
American Numismatic Association
818 North Cascade Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903-3279
United States
Phone 1 (719) 482-9828
Fax 1 (719) 634-4085
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosed10:3010:3010:3010:3010:30Closed
Close 17:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
Cost
Adult$ 5.00
Senior over 55$ 4.00
Students$ 4.00
Military discount$ 4.00
Group discounts$ 3.00
Child 12 & underFREE
All values are in United States Dollars
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Typical Visit
1 hour
Children's Museum (closed)
ATTRACTION IS CLOSED.

Located on the upper level of the Citadel Mall next to JC Penney, the Colorado Springs Children's Museum, features unique exhibits geared to children up to age 12.
Facilities
Gift shop
Colorado Music Hall
The Colorado Music Hall is located in Colorado Springs, with performances taking place every weekend.
Address
Colorado Music Hall
2475 East Pikes Peak Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80909-6004
United States
Phone 1 (719) 447-9797
Fax 1 (719) 447-1893
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Colorado Opera Festival
The Colorado Opera Festival takes place every summer in Colorado Springs.
Address
Colorado Opera Festival
219 West Colorado Avenue, Suite 108, Box 1484
Colorado Springs, CO 80901-0108
United States
Phone 1 (719) 473-0073
Fax 1 (719) 473-0077
Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center
In the Fine Arts Center, notable exhibits include Indian sand paintings and works of art of the Spanish colonial period (e.g. the carved figures known as "santos").
Address
Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center
30 West Dale Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80903-3210
United States
Phone 1 (719) 634-5581
Fax 1 (719) 634-0570
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosed10:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:00
Close 17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Cost
Adult$ 10.00
Child 17 & under$ 8.50
Senior over 62$ 8.50
Child 4 & underFREE
All values are in United States Dollars
Tips
The Tactile Gallery is free and open to the public.
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Typical Visit
2 hours
Colorado Springs Pioneer Museum
The Colorado Springs Pioneer Museum is located in the old El Paso County Courthouse, built in 1903. There are exhibits about the history of the town, as well as Pike's Peak and the surrounding area.
Address
Colorado Springs Pioneer Museum
215 South Tejon Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80903-2206
United States
Phone 1 (719) 385-5990
Fax 1 (719) 385-5645
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosed10:0010:0010:0010:0010:00Closed
Close 16:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Martin Luther King's Birthday - USA (3rd Monday, January )
President's Day - USA (3rd Monday, February )
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Tips
Donations are appreciated.
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Typical Visit
1 hour
El Pomar Carriage House Museum
There are interesting exhibitions in the El Pomar Carriage House Museum on Lake Circle, including two Presidential carriages.
The Museum displays carriages that Spencer Penrose collected during his lifetime. Some items in the collection include a Concord Stage Coach, a Conestoga Freight Wagon, the "Yellow Devil" (Spencer Penrose's race car), and Mrs. Penrose's 1928 V8 Cadillac.
Address
El Pomar Carriage House Museum
16 Lake Circle
Colorado Springs, CO 80906-4201
United States
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Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:0013:00
Close17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Typical Visit
30 minutes
Ghost Town Museum
The Ghost Town Museum in Colorado Springs is housed in a stone structure built in 1899. The old western artifacts and collection of decaying structures are the main focus of the exhibit.
Hours
June 1 to August 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:0010:00
Close18:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:00
September 1 to May 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:00
Close17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
Cost
Adult$ 6.50
Child 16 & under$ 5.00
Child 5 & underFREE
All values are in United States Dollars
Tips
Admission includes gold panning.
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Giuseppe's Old Depot Restaurant
Giuseppe's Old Depot Restaurant is located in the former Denver and Rio Grande Railroad Station in Colorado Springs, built in 1887 and in use until 1971. The original gas streetlights stand outside and freight trains pass by regularly.
Address
Giuseppe's Old Depot Restaurant
10 South Sierra Madre Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80903-3312
United States
Phone 1 (719) 635-3111
Fax 1 (719) 633-8085
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open11:0011:0011:0011:0011:0011:0011:00
Close21:0021:0021:0021:0022:0022:0021:00
Facilities
Restaurant or food service
Lester Williams Fire Museum
Displays in the Lester Williams Fire Museum include badges, antique fire-related toys, fire helmets, a hose wagon from 1896, a hose cart from 1884 and pumper from 1926.
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open8:008:008:008:008:00ClosedClosed
Close17:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
McAllister House Museum
The McAllister House has furnishings of 1873.
One of the oldest homes in Colorado Springs, the house was built by Major Henry McAllister, a Civil War veteran who helped develop the city.
Address
McAllister House Museum
423 North Cascade Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903-3324
United States
Phone 1 (719) 635-7925
Fax 1 (719) 528-5869
Hours
May 1 to August 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosed10:0010:0010:0010:0012:00
Close 16:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
September 1 to April 30
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosedClosed10:0010:0010:00Closed
Close 16:0016:0016:00
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Cost
Adult$ 5.00
Senior over 62$ 4.00
Child 12 & under$ 3.00
Child 5 & underFREE
All values are in United States Dollars
Tips
Closed during the month of January.
Typical Visit
30 minutes
Michael Garman's Magic Town Theater
Michael Gorman is a sculptor who creates three-dimensional sculptures. The Magic Town Theater in Colorado Springs has a miniature city built by Michael Garman. The neighborhood features 18 different buildings and a variety of different scenes, which change regularly.
Address
Michael Garman's Magic Town Theater
2418 West Colorado Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80904-3055
United States
Phone 1 (719) 471-9391
Fax 1 (719) 578-2099
Tips
Call for hours.
Typical Visit
30 minutes
Old Colorado City History Center
The lovingly restored old town of Colorado City still retains something of the atmosphere of the Wild West.
The History Center features stories of the life and personality of the many pioneers who made the community.
Address
Old Colorado City History Center
1 South 24th Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80904-3319
United States
Phone 1 (719) 636-1225
Fax 1 (719) 636-1225
Hours
July 1 to August 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosed11:0011:0011:0011:0011:0013:00
Close 16:0016:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
September 1 to June 30
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosed11:0011:0011:0011:0011:00Closed
Close 16:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
Facilities
Gift shop
Steaksmith Restaurant
Steaksmith is a restaurant in Colorado Springs that has been open since 1981. It is known as one of the best places for steak and seafood in the city. The interior of Steaksmith is decorated in a southwest motif.
Address
Steaksmith Restaurant
3802 Maizeland Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80909-1606
United States
Phone 1 (719) 596-9300
Fax 1 (719) 596-9301
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open16:0016:0016:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
Close
Facilities
Restaurant or food service
Van Briggle Pottery and Tile
There are free guided tours through the factory and exhibition rooms at Van Briggle Pottery in Colorado Springs. The studio began in 1899.
Address
Van Briggle Pottery and Tile
1024 South Tejon Street, Box 96
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
United States
Phone 1 (719) 633-7729
Fax 1 (719) 633-7720
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:0013:00
Close17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:0016:00
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Tips
Visitors can watch pottery/tile produced by hand.
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Typical Visit
30 minutes
World Figure Skating Museum
The World Figure Skating Museum in Colorado Springs presents the history of skating from ancient times to present day. A large collection of medals, costumes and other items related to American figure skaters is on display.
Address
World Figure Skating Museum and Hall of Fame
20 First Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
United States
Phone 1 (719) 635-5200
Fax 1 (719) 635-9548
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:00ClosedClosed
Close16:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
Cost
Adult$ 5.00
Child 12 & under$ 3.00
Senior over 59$ 3.00
Child 5 & underFREE
All values are in United States Dollars
Tips
US Figure Skating Members - free admission.
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop

Colorado Springs Surroundings

Picture of Garden of the Gods
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Garden of the Gods is a natural area known for unique red sandstone rock formations.
Bear Creek Nature Center
The Bear Creek Nature Center in Colorado Springs has exhibits on the wildlife of Colorado as well as several nature trails that offer a variety of scenery and glimpse of wildlife.
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosed9:009:009:009:00Closed
Close 14:0014:0014:0016:00
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Typical Visit
1 hour
Broadmoor Golf Course
Broadmoor began as a five-star resort in 1891 and continues as a premier destination today. The Golf Course opened in 1994 and was the location of the 1995 U.S. Women's Championship. The clubhouse has a spa, fitness center with indoor and outdoor pools, restaurants and lounges.
Address
Broadmoor Golf Course
1 Lake Avenue, Box 1439
Colorado Springs, CO 80906-1439
United States
Phone 1 (719) 634-7711
Fax 1 (719) 577-5738
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is the only mountain zoo in the United States, with more than 750 animals, representing some 142 species from around the world.
Address
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80906-5755
United States
Phone 1 (719) 633-9925
Fax 1 (719) 633-2254
Hours
May 25 to September 3
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:009:00
Close18:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:00
September 4 to May 24
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:009:00
Close17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
Cost
Adult$ 14.25
Senior over 65$ 12.25
Child 11 & under$ 7.25
Child 2 & underFREE
All values are in United States Dollars
Tips
Last admission is one hour prior to closing.
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Typical Visit
3 hours
Colorado Springs Airport
Colorado Springs Airport is the second largest airport in Colorado, after Denver International Airport. It serves over two million passengers each year.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Flying W Ranch
Northwest of Colorado Springs is Flying W Ranch, a working, mountain cattle ranch that specializes in western food and entertainment. An authentic old western town and western stage show are the highlights of the ranch.
Address
Flying W Ranch
3330 Chuckwagon Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80919-3599
United States
Phone 1 (719) 598-4000
Fax 1 (719) 955-4302
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
Close
Cost
Adult$ 22.00
Senior over 60$ 20.00
Child 12 & under$ 12.00
Child 5 & under$ 5.00
Child 2 & underFREE
All values are in United States Dollars
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Typical Visit
4 hours
Focus on the Family Welcome Center
The Focus on the Family Welcome Center offers families a 170-seat theater, a kids' play area, G. Harvey Art Gallery and the Discovery Emporium complete with a puppet stage, reading area and Kids' Radio Studio. Free tours of the Main Administration and Operations buildings are available.
Address
Focus on the Family Welcome Center
8605 Explorer Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80920-1051
United States
Phone 1 (719) 531-3328
Fax 1 (719) 531-3424
Hours
May 25 to September 3
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:00Closed
Close17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
September 4 to May 24
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:009:00
Close17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0016:0017:00
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May )
American Independance Day (July 4)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Good Friday - Christian (Apr 06)
Tips
The Welcome Center and Bookstore are closed during monthly chapel services from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the third Friday of every month
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
May Natural History Museum
The John May Natural History Museum in Colorado Springs has one of the world's largest collections of giant insects and rare artifacts. These items were gathered over an eighty year period from traveling and exploring the world. The Museum of Space Exploration tracks the history of man in space through photos and other information.
Address
John May Natural History Museum
710 Rock Creek Canyon Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80926-9772
United States
Phone 1 (719) 576-0450
Fax 1 (719) 576-3644
Hours
May 1 to October 1
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open8:008:008:008:008:008:008:00
Close18:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:00
Cost
Adult$ 6.00
Senior over 60$ 5.00
Child 12 & under$ 3.00
All values are in United States Dollars
Tips
Groups of ten are the minimum number of persons possible for winter reservations.
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
North Cheyenne Canon Park
The North Cheyenne Canon Park has diverse plant and animal life as the park provides the necessary habitat for all. The park hosts Helen Hunt Falls, spectacular rock formations and the Starsmore Discovery Center.
Palmer Park
Palmer Park offers a variety of opportunities including hiking and biking. The upper plateau features cactuses and there are also lots of opuntia and wild roses along the trails.
Peterson Air and Space Museum
The Peterson Air and Space Museum at Peterson Air Force Base has exhibits on the history of aviation in Colorado Springs and at Peterson Air Force Base. The Terminal Building highlights the early 1940s. The Museum's Airpark includes sixteen aircraft and five missiles.
Address
Peterson Air and Space Museum
150 East Ent Avenue
Peterson AFB, CO 80914-1303
United States
Phone 1 (719) 556-4915
Fax 1 (719) 556-8509
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosed9:009:009:009:009:00Closed
Close 16:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
Tips
Reservations recommended.
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Santa's Workshop
Santa's Workshop is a Christmas themed family amusement park that has been in existence since 1956, west of Colorado Springs. The 26-acre park includes a massive ferris wheel, magic shows, music from a 1919 band organ and other children's rides.
Address
Santa's Workshop
5050 Pikes Peak Highway
Cascade, CO 80809
United States
Phone 1 (719) 684-9432
Fax 1 (719) 684-2045
Hours
May 15 to May 20
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:00ClosedClosed10:0010:0010:00
Close17:0017:00 17:0017:0017:00
May 21 to August 24
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:00
Close17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
August 25 to December 23
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:00ClosedClosed10:0010:0010:00
Close17:0017:00 17:0017:0017:00
Always closed on:
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Cost
Admission Cost$ 17.95
Group discounts$ 15.95
Military discount$ 12.95
Senior over 60FREE
Child 2 & underFREE
All values are in United States Dollars
Tips
Closes Dec 24th at 4pm.
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Typical Visit
2 hours
Seven Falls
Southwest of Colorado Springs are the wild North Cheyenne Canyon and the Seven Falls.
The falls drop 181 feet, with the best viewpoint at the Eagle's Nest, accessible via an elevator or 185-step stairway.
Address
Seven Falls
Box 118
Colorado Springs, CO 80901-0118
United States
Phone 1 (719) 632-0765
Fax 1 (719) 632-0781
Hours
January 1 to May 17
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:009:00
Close16:1516:1516:1516:1516:1516:1516:15
May 18 to June 3
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open8:308:308:308:308:308:308:30
Close21:3021:3021:3021:3021:3021:3021:30
June 4 to August 12
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open8:308:308:308:308:308:308:30
Close22:3022:3022:3022:3022:3022:3022:30
August 13 to September 3
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open8:308:308:308:308:308:308:30
Close21:3021:3021:3021:3021:3021:3021:30
September 4 to December 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:009:00
Close16:1516:1516:1516:1516:1516:1516:15
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Cost
Adult$ 10.75
Senior$ 9.75
Military discount$ 9.75
Child 15 & under$ 6.75
Child 5 & underFREE
All values are in United States Dollars
Tips
Daytime admission reduced. Night lighting from May 31-September 6 and Fridays and Saturdays in May and September.
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Typical Visit
1 hour 30 minutes
U.S. Olympic Complex Training Center
Tours of the U.S. Olympic Complex near Colorado Springs include a walk a long the Irwin Belk Olympic Path and visits to the U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame. The rooftop terrace features an Olympic flame display and offers panoramic views of the entire complex and Colorado Springs.
Address
U.S. Olympic Complex Training Center
1 Olympic Plaza
Colorado Springs, CO 80909-5760
United States
Phone 1 (719) 866-4618
Fax 1 (719) 866-4654
Hours
June 1 to July 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:0011:00
Close17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:0018:00
August 1 to May 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:00Closed
Close16:0016:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)
Tips
There are no regular guided tours conducted on Sundays, hours apply to the U.S. Olympic Shop and Visitor Center.
Facilities
Gift shop
Typical Visit
1 hour 30 minutes
Western Museum of Mining and Industry
The Western Museum of Mining and Industry in Colorado Springs has over 4,000 artifacts on display including restored steam engines and mining equipment used in the 19th and early 20th centuries. The site also includes a ten-stamp ore mill and multi-purpose center with exhibits, theater, and library.
Address
Western Museum of Mining and Industry
225 Northgate Boulevard
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
United States
Phone 1 (719) 488-0880
Fax 1 (719) 488-9261
Hours
June 1 to August 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:00Closed
Close17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
September 1 to May 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:00Closed
Close16:0016:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May )
American Independance Day (July 4)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Cost
Adult$ 8.00
Senior over 60$ 7.00
Military discount$ 7.00
Students$ 6.00
Child 12 & under$ 4.00
Child 3 & underFREE
All values are in United States Dollars
Tips
Guided tours daily at 10am and 1pm.
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Guides
Guided tour included with admission.
Facilities
Gift shop
Will Rogers Shrine Of The Sun
Above the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs is the Will Rogers Shrine Of The Sun. This stone memorial to the famous humorist is situated at an elevation of over 8,000 feet.
Hours
May 25 to September 3
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:009:00
Close16:0016:0016:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
September 4 to May 24
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open9:009:009:009:009:009:009:00
Close15:0015:0015:0015:0015:0015:0015:00
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Tips
Included in your Zoo admission.
Typical Visit
1 hour
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