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Things To Do
Garden of the Gods Park
Garden of the Gods Park is a registered National Natural Landmark featuring dramatic views. Admire the 300′ sandstone rock formations against snow-capped Pikes Peak and brilliant blue skies. Garden of the Gods is home to many geological and ecological rarities that make the park a prime site for nature lovers. From discovering a new species of dinosaur to a subspecies of honey ant not previously recorded, this park is home to countless flora and fauna. This is an excellent place for hiking or a drive-through to see all the rock formations.
Pikes Peak
Rising more than 14,000 feet, Pikes Peak – aka "America's Mountain" – is among Colorado's most popular tourist attractions for its awe-inspiring summit views. The stunning peak has long been a sacred place for Native Americans, including the Nuche tribe, ancestors of today's Ute tribe. The imposing mountain beckoned 19th-century, fortune-seeking pioneers, inspiring the Gold Rush cry, "Pikes Peak or Bust!" Later, the majestic vistas atop this pink granite peak led Katharine Lee Bates to pen the words to the song "America the Beautiful." Today, thousands of hikers tackle the rugged 13.5-mile climb in search of spectacular photo ops. You can also get your heart pumping differently by driving along the steep and winding 19-mile Pikes Peak Highway. There are still more methods for getting to the top: a guided Jeep or bus tour or a relaxing ride aboard a historic cog railway.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is one of the top-ranked zoos in the nation, situated on a mountainside overlooking Colorado Springs. Feed their world-renowned giraffe herd, hop alongside wallabies, and feel the mighty roars of the lion pride. The only way to truly understand what a treasure this mountain-side zoo is is to see it for yourself! Slather on the sunscreen, load up the water, and get ready for a wild animal safari in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum
The Olympic spirit lives year-round in this incredible new museum devoted to the Olympic & Paralympic Games and America's greatest athletes. Hands-on exhibits and high-tech touches create an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re an Olympic dabbler who enjoys obsessing over one sport or a complete Games fanatic who stays up all hours to catch every second of the magic, the United States Olympic & Paralympic Museum is a vast treasure trove of hopes, dreams, and victory all contained in one exceptional space.
The Broadmoor
Air Force Academy Barry Goldwater Visitor Center
Ivywild School
Originally an elementary school built in 1916, Ivywild School was closed in 2009. It was shortly thereafter that the wheels started turning, and the idea to move the 18-year-old Bristol Brewery over to the space, along with a bakery, espresso/cocktail bar, delicatessen, and office space, started to take shape. It was a unique and bold proposition that would take years of planning and a lot of great minds to achieve but it was just what the neighborhood needed. The thinking was inspired by strengthening the neighborhood’s identity by restoring its historic centerpiece. But more importantly, it was an alignment of beliefs that they all stood behind—the common good of a community, local businesses, and the environment. By bringing together like-minded people and businesses, sharing byproducts, and eliminating waste, they were attempting to do something that had never been done before in the heart of a Colorado Springs neighborhood.