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30 West Dale Street
Colorado Springs, Colorado
719-634-5583 |
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Comprised of the original Taylor Museum on Dale Street and the FAC Modern at 121 South Tejon Street, Taylor showcases religious works; Native American art in textiles, basketry, pottery, silverwork, and wood carvings; figurative drawings; 19th and 20th centuries, and modern American art; Latin American art; students/artists of the Broadmoor Academy at Colorado Springs from 1919 to 1945; and works by glass artist Dale Chihuly. The FAC Modern showcases changing exhibits. Hours & Admission
Fine Arts Center: Tuesday to Friday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. FAC Modern: Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission. Directions
From Interstate 25 (I-25), take exit 143 (Uintah St.) east to Cascade Ave. Turn right and travel south to Dale St. Turn right and the center is on the right. Photo Courtesy: Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center
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1 Lake Avenue
Colorado Springs, Colorado
719-634-7711 |
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The Broadmoor is the longest-running consecutive winner of both the AAA Five-Diamond and the Mobil Travel Guide Five-Star awards. Founded by Spencer and Julie Penrose, the resort opened June 1918. Today, set on 3,000 acres, it features hotel rooms, suites and cottage bedrooms, meeting space, a full-service spa and fitness center, 54 holes of championship golf, six tennis courts, three swimming pools; three outdoor hot tubs; seasonal waterslides and a children's pool, 18...
Hours & Admission
24/7. Free (public areas).
Photo Courtesy: The Broadmoor
The Broadmoor is the longest-running consecutive winner of both the AAA Five-Diamond and the Mobil Travel Guide Five-Star awards. Founded by Spencer and Julie Penrose, the resort opened June 1918. Today, set on 3,000 acres, it features hotel rooms, suites and cottage bedrooms, meeting space, a full-service spa and fitness center, 54 holes of championship golf, six tennis courts, three swimming pools; three outdoor hot tubs; seasonal waterslides and a children's pool, 18 restaurants, cafes and lounges and 25 specialty and boutique and retail shops on site. Hours & Admission
24/7. Free (public areas). Location
From Interstate 25 (I-25), take exit 138 (Circle Dr.). Turn right on Circle Dr. and continue until it becomes Lake Ave., approx. 2.6 miles.
Photo Courtesy: The Broadmoor
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2346 Academy Drive
Colorado Springs, Colorado
719-333-2025 |
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Begin learning about the academy at the visitor's center. An ongoing video presentation orients guests to the facility. While here discover cadet life, the history of the military academy, the training program and Air Force traditions. The self-guided tour includes the all-faiths Cadet Chapel with 17 spires. Inside discover pews shaped like propellers, a Torah scroll saved from the Nazis during World War II and a glass mosaic mural. Stop at Arnold Hall to view exhibits, the Honor...
Hours & Admission
Academy: daily 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Visitor center: daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hiking trails: daily 5:00 a.m. to dusk. Free. Directions
From Interstate 25 (I-25), exit 156B to access the north gate (14 miles north of downtown Colorado Springs), or from exit 150 to access the south gate. Photo Courtesy: United States Air Force Academy
Begin learning about the academy at the visitor's center. An ongoing video presentation orients guests to the facility. While here discover cadet life, the history of the military academy, the training program and Air Force traditions. The self-guided tour includes the all-faiths Cadet Chapel with 17 spires. Inside discover pews shaped like propellers, a Torah scroll saved from the Nazis during World War II and a glass mosaic mural. Stop at Arnold Hall to view exhibits, the Honor Court with sculptures and memorials, as well as the indoor field house with ice rink and basketball court and Falcon Athletic Center. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, during the academic year and weather permitting, watch the cadet wing formation march at 12:00 noon. Several hiking trails including the Falcon, Stanley Canyon and a portion of the Santa Fe are open to the public. Security: checkpoint; ID required. Hours & Admission
Academy: daily 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Visitor center: daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hiking trails: daily 5:00 a.m. to dusk. Free. Tours
Self-guided; maps available. Directions
From Interstate 25 (I-25), exit 156B to access the north gate (14 miles north of downtown Colorado Springs), or from exit 150 to access the south gate. Photo Courtesy: United States Air Force Academy
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225 North Gate Blvd.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
719-488-0880 |
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Visitors learn about the importance of mining in the American West (past and present), especially as it relates to the technology used to mine metals. The collection includes a steam engine, drills, pumps, dynamic and life in a mining camp. Hands on activities are offered for children. Hours & Admission
June to August, Monday to Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., September to May, Monday to Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission. Directions
From Interstate 25 (I-25), take exit 156A (Gleneagle Dr.); opposite the north entrance to the U.S. Air Force Academy. Photo Courtesy: Western Museum of Mining and Industry
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4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road
Colorado Springs, Colorado
719-633-9925 |
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As America's only mountain zoo, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is uniquely suited to showcase Rocky Mountain wildlife in its natural setting. The Rocky Mountain Wild exhibit, one of many at the zoo, connects visitors with the wild heritage of the Rocky Mountain region - offering surprising, engaging and memorable encounters with moose, mountain lions, North American river otters, lynx, bald eagles and grizzly bears....
Hours & Admission
Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, daily 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., September to late May, daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Admission. Directions
From Interstate 25 (I-25), take exit 138 (Circle Dr.) and travel west to The Broadmoor. Turn right at the hotel and follow the signs.
As America's only mountain zoo, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is uniquely suited to showcase Rocky Mountain wildlife in its natural setting. The Rocky Mountain Wild exhibit, one of many at the zoo, connects visitors with the wild heritage of the Rocky Mountain region - offering surprising, engaging and memorable encounters with moose, mountain lions, North American river otters, lynx, bald eagles and grizzly bears. Founded in 1926, the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is home to more than 800 animals representing approximately 142 species, 30 of which are endangered. Hours & Admission
Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, daily 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., September to late May, daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Admission. Location
In southwest Colorado Springs on the side of Cheyenne Mountain, just above The Broadmoor. Directions
From Interstate 25 (I-25), take exit 138 (Circle Dr.) and travel west to The Broadmoor. Turn right at the hotel and follow the signs. |
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3330 Chuckwagon Road
Colorado Springs, Colorado
719-598-4000 |
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For more than 50 years, the Flying W Ranch, a working ranch, has been offering a chuck wagon dinner show, so as to keep the flavor of the Old West alive. Arrive early to walk through the Western Village with 12 unique shops - an old-fashioned drug store, a blacksmith shop, Navajo rug weaving, the jail, a church and schoolhouse, plus a train. The red rock formations of the Garden of the Gods provide the backdrop for festivities. Hours & Admission
Late-May to August, daily and September, Thursday to Sunday (doors open) 5:00 p.m., (dinner) 7:00 p.m., (show) 8:00 p.m. Admission. Directions
From Interstate 25 (I-25), take exit 146 (Garden of the Gods Rd.). Travel west (towards the mountains) for 2.5 miles. Turn right on 30th St., then left on Flying W Ranch Rd. and left again at Chuckwagon Rd. Follow to the end. |
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1805 North 30th Street
Colorado Springs, Colorado
719-634-6666 |
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With magnificent red sandstone formations, the 1,391-acre city park is a geological wonder. Visitors can go horseback riding, mountain biking, rock climbing, drive or hike on the 15-miles of trails. See for yourself, the unique shapes like the Tower of Babel, cathedral spires, kissing camels and Siamese twins. At the nature center find a mineral display, large topographical maps, replicas of area wildlife and hands-on activities for children.
Hours & Admission
Visitor center, park and nature center: late-May to August, daily 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., September to May, daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free. Directions
From Interstate 25 (I-25), take exit 146 (Garden of the Gods Rd.). Travel west (towards the mountains) for 2.5 miles. Turn left on 30th St. Follow for approx. one mile; the facility is on the left.
With magnificent red sandstone formations, the 1,391-acre city park is a geological wonder. Visitors can go horseback riding, mountain biking, rock climbing, drive or hike on the 15-miles of trails. See for yourself, the unique shapes like the Tower of Babel, cathedral spires, kissing camels and Siamese twins. At the nature center find a mineral display, large topographical maps, replicas of area wildlife and hands-on activities for children. Hours & Admission
Visitor center, park and nature center: late-May to August, daily 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., September to May, daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free. Tours
Naturalist-led, guided walks, daily 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Free. Location
At Gateway Rd. Directions
From Interstate 25 (I-25), take exit 146 (Garden of the Gods Rd.). Travel west (towards the mountains) for 2.5 miles. Turn left on 30th St. Follow for approx. one mile; the facility is on the left. |
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400 South 21st Street
Colorado Springs, Colorado
719-634-0696 |
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Ghost Town serves to celebrate a time during the 1800s when gold was discovered in the Rocky Mountains. Temporary homes and towns were established until the ore was mined out and then the residents packed up their tents and moved on. The museum seeks to re-create those earlier times; even their buildings were constructed from remnants of those earlier towns. Visitors can see a replica of a pre-ghost town with blacksmith shop, saloon, trading post, mercantile and livery stable, among...
Hours & Admission
June to August, Monday to Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. September to May, Monday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission. Directions
From Interstate 25 (I-25), take exit 141 (U.S. Highway 24) west 1.5 miles to 21st St. Turn left and make an immediate right into the Van Briggle/Ghost Town entrance.
Ghost Town serves to celebrate a time during the 1800s when gold was discovered in the Rocky Mountains. Temporary homes and towns were established until the ore was mined out and then the residents packed up their tents and moved on. The museum seeks to re-create those earlier times; even their buildings were constructed from remnants of those earlier towns. Visitors can see a replica of a pre-ghost town with blacksmith shop, saloon, trading post, mercantile and livery stable, among others. Each area is filled with collectibles. Hands-on children activities are also available. View a presentation on gold mining and then seasonally guests can pan for gold. Hours & Admission
June to August, Monday to Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. September to May, Monday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission. Parking
On site. Directions
From Interstate 25 (I-25), take exit 141 (U.S. Highway 24) west 1.5 miles to 21st St. Turn left and make an immediate right into the Van Briggle/Ghost Town entrance. |
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710 Rock Creek Canyon
Colorado Springs, Colorado
719-576-0450 |
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This museum grew out of the personal award-winning collections of James and John May. The May Natural History Museum of the Tropics has more than 8,000 items on display of its 100,000-piece collection - scorpions, insects, butterflies and more. Also on site is the Museum of Space Exploration depicting the history of man in space. Hours & Admission
May to September. Admission.
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423 North Cascade Avenue
Colorado Springs, Colorado
719-635-7925 |
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Operated by the National Society of The Colonial Dames of America, the McAllister House is one of the oldest homes in Colorado Springs. Built in 1873 by a Civil War veteran, Major Henry McAllister for him and his family. The house and its furnishings are filled with history. Hours & Admission
September to April, Thursday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., May to August, Wednesday to Saturday and Sunday 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. Admission by appointment. Directions
From Interstate 25 (I-25), take W. Uintah St. east to Cascade Ave. Make a right. The facility is on the right between E. St. Vrain St. and E. Boulder St. |
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