Quick Summary: Famous for its spectacular red rock and mountain scenery, Colorado Springs is a fun weekend destination for families and couples. Best things to do in Colorado Springs, include the Garden of the Gods Park, Glen Eyrie Castle and Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site. Visitors can enjoy free attractions, great parks, ski resorts and great restaurants on their trip to Colorado Springs.


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Garden of the Gods Park

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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

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Rocky Mountain Food Tours

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Glen Eyrie Castle

Pikes Peak

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Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center

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Penrose Heritage Museum

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Red Rock Canyon Open Space

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United States Air Force Academy

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Phantom Canyon Brewing Co

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Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site

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Western Museum of Mining & Industry

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National Museum of World War II Aviation

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Olympic Training Center

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Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum

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ProRodeo Hall of Fame

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ANA Money Museum

Peterson Air & Space Museum

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Pikes Peak Alpine School

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Urban Egg

Front Range Climbing Company

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