Colorado Springs Attractions

Colorado Springs has many attractions for an interesting visit. When visiting the Colorado Springs area there are many interesting attractions, many of which have historical significance.

Glen Eyrie Castle
Colorado Springs
Glen Eyrie is the original 18th century castle home of the founder of Colorado Springs, General William Jackson Palmer. Located on an 800 acre estate, today it operates as a bed and breakfast inn and conference center. Teas and tours available by reservation.

Rio Grande Scenic Railroad
Colorado Springs
It's been over 50 years since passengers have traveled the historic pass over the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. To celebrate the railroad offering adult tickets at 50% off. Departs from downtown Alamosa 877-7CO-RAIL.

Barr Trail on Pikes Peak
Manitou Springs
Hike on Barr Trail which snakes 12.6 miles up Pikes Peak, gaining 7,200 feet in elevation along the way.

Pioneers Museum
Pioneers Museum is located in a downtown building, once the El Paso County Courthouse. Changing exhibits include: art exhibits, pioneer relics, and American Indian artifacts.

Rock Ledge Ranch
Historic ranch reenacts pioneer life. Nestled along Camp Creek beneath the Garden of the gods, Rock Ledge Ranch is a step back in time. The site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Florissant Fossil Beds
Florisssant
Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, 30 miles west of Colorado Springs presents the areas geological history

Old Colorado City
Old Colorado City is a National Historic District has buildings that date back to the 1859 Gold Rush. The city offers shopping, lodging, entertainment, art galleries and eating.

The Air Force Academy
The Air Force Academy is the area's number one man-made attractions, with abut 1.4 millions visitors a year.

The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Colorado Springs
Feed the world famous giraffe herd and ride the 1920's historic carousel. See spectacular views of Colorado Springs.

Fine Arts Center
The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center has rotation exhibitions, museum displays and special events.