Matthew & Kayla
Things To Do
Garden of the Gods Park
FREE ADMISSION. Colorado Springs and world-renowned park full of amazing red rocks and wildlife. This park can be experienced by hiking, biking, driving, segway and/or bike and jeep tour. You can park in one of the lots and hike around the area, or drive around the entirety of the park visiting the rock formations of kissing camels, to balance rock and more. This park is approximately 10 minutes from the wedding venue and 15 minutes from downtown.
Cog Rail View
If you want to experience "America's Mountain" without having to hike, the Cog Railway is the way to go. It takes you up Pikes Peak to the brand new Summit House which sells quite possibly the best high altitude donuts ever! On a clear day, you can see up to four different states at the summit. You should plan to allot at least a half a day for this activity with travel time to and from the summit etc. Several month advanced reservations are required. You board this railway in Manitou Springs, a short 20 minute drive from downtown. While visiting, Manitou Springs has an old-fashioned nickel arcade and many shops and restaurants in an old mining town.
Pikes Peak Highway
Another way to experience America's Mountain is driving up the highway yourself. This is not for the faint of heart as you gain a lot of altitude and twist and turn. The views are unbeatable though! You should plan to allot at least half a day for this activity with travel time to and from the summit, and high volumes of traffic during the summer months. There is a per car/per person cost to travel the highway. This is approximately a 30 minute drive from downtown.
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum
Colorado Springs is the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training Headquarters. The training facilities are located throughout the Springs. This museum opened within the past 2 years to celebrate and recognize all the Olympic athletes and sports. The museum is a modern, interactive approach to Olympic history. (Side note: Kayla's parents have been and said it is really cool!)
Seven Falls
Seven Falls is a waterfall situated in the Cheyenne Canyon. It is often called "The Grandest Mile of Scenery in Colorado" If you want a challenge, you can even climb up the 224 stairs next to the falls to get a view from the top! Parking is available and you purchase tickets at the gate.
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre
Approximately an hour and 30 minutes from downtown Colorado Springs, this is a phenomenal concert venue as well as park and hiking trails. Even if there is not a concert scheduled, this is a great place to go get some exercise. Click view to go to the website and see the concerts happening in July.
Classic 3-Hour Downtown Colorado Springs Food Tour
On the Trip Advisor website, there is a 3-hour classic food tour offered where you can get a taste for all the local downtown Colorado Springs favorites. Click "view" below to visit the website.
3 Hour Downtown Colorado Springs Brewery Tour
Similarly to the food tour, this tour offered on Trip Advisor takes you to many of the popular breweries in and around downtown Colroado Springs. Click "view" below to visit the website.
Co.a.t.i Food Hall
A food hall with a conglomerate of different restaurants and bars all within the same location. Unique fusion of different food choices. Click "view" to visit the website to see all the different vendors and events.
Cork & Cask
Located in an antique trolley warehouse, Cork and Cask is an eclectic whiskey bar that is located right next door to other restaurants like Dos Santos (tacos), Fat Sully's (Pizza), Denver Biscuit company, Frozen Gold (Ice Cream). You could easily grab a drink here and walk next door to a host of other restaurants.
Denver Biscuit Company
Great comfort breakfast food and nice ambiance with lots of outdoor seating.
King's Chef Diner
If you are looking for a classic hole-in-the-wall legendary restaurant, this is the spot! Has amazing green chile and humongous breakfast burritos. Open for breakfast and lunch. King's Chef Diner has been open for 60+ years!
Shuga's
A quaint restaurant in a retrofitted old house with some of the best soups and sandwiches around. If you plan on going here, plan for a small wait.
Loyal Coffee
This coffee shop and cafe is a top favorite of Guy Childs. He claims the ambiance makes him feel "cooler than he actually is" which, for anyone who doesn't know him, is quite high praise.
The Rabbit Hole
Walk down the subway steps to this unique underground restaurant. If you have never had rabbit meatloaf or rabbit "bites" this is the place to try new and interesting dishes!
Skirted Heifer
A glorious take on the classic cheeseburger and fries. If you plan on going here, bring your appetite as the portion sizes are large!
Atomic Cowboy
Atomic Cowboy shares the same space as Denver Biscuit Company, and Fat Sully's Pizza which allows its guests to order off multiple menus depending on the time of day.
Four by Brother Luck
If you want amazing seasonal and local cuisine cooked by a celebrity chef, Four by Brother Luck is the spot. Kayla's parents have been to a few different events hosted by Chef Brother Luck and they have had nothing but rave reviews!