Flying Horse Resort & Club features two private 18-hole golf courses overlooking a beautiful mountain view.
Free, and the single most stunning spot in the city. Towering red sandstone formations set against Pikes Peak, with easy paved paths near the main rocks and 21 miles of trails for those who want more. Start at the visitor center. Go early for the best light and fewer crowds.
Drive (or take the cog railway) to the 14,115-foot summit for views across five states. The summit visitor center has a cafe famous for its high-altitude cinnamon donuts. Dress warm. It's cold and windy up top even in September.
The locals' quieter alternative to Garden of the Gods. The same brilliant red sandstone, far fewer people, and miles of trails for hiking and biking. A lovely, low-key morning outdoors.
Right at the resort: a fine-dining steakhouse in a Tuscan-style villa with a three-story wine tower and Pikes Peak views. A national DiRōNA award winner. The easiest "nice dinner" of the trip, just steps from your room.
A glamorous newer chophouse at the Ford Amphitheater (5 min from the resort), with premium cuts, seafood, and hand-rolled sushi. Pair it with a show or a nightcap at the rooftop bourbon bar upstairs.
An elevated, creative gastropub north of town: lobster tots, duck poutine, and a fun brunch. A reliable, lively pick that isn't a chain.
The city's oldest brewpub in a historic downtown building with reliable beer, a rooftop patio, and an upstairs billiards hall.
Climate-controlled hitting bays, HDTVs, and a full sports bar and restaurant, about five minutes from the resort. A fun, low-key group hang for all skill levels (clubs provided).
A world-class, highly interactive museum celebrating the Games. One of the most modern and engaging museums in the country. Colorado Springs is "Olympic City USA," after all.
Experience the sensation of freefall in a vertical wind tunnel, no plane required. A memorable thrill for all ages, right by the resort.