South Central Colorado Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in South Central Colorado
Central Colorado Springs
If you're spending some time in Central Colorado Springs, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and Ed Robson Arena are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Colorado Springs
Downtown Colorado Springs is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Pikes Peak Center and Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum while you're in town.
West Colorado Springs
While visiting West Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie Castle.
Southwest Colorado Springs
If you're spending some time in Southwest Colorado Springs, Broadmoor Golf Club and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Broadmoor
If you're spending some time in Broadmoor, Broadmoor Golf Club and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Old Colorado City
Old Colorado City is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Simpich Showcase Theatre, a top place to visit in the area.
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
"Shower wasn’t draining, bathroom was very dirty. Coffee maker was terrible, took forever to heat up and pushed out grounds (Keurig). Bulb out in bathroom, hair on bathroom floor. Housekeeping tried to come in our room at 9:30am, checkout is 11am. Walls are very thin, could hear adjacent room occupants ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Colorado Springs - South
"Front desk was very helpful and made us feel comfortable. The hotel was clean especially my room."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colorado Springs North
"The staff are great and the rooms are ok. The building is poorly maintained for a La Quinta. As a Facilities Manager I can tell that their maintenance staff or outside vendors are doing a poor job."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Rustic Rook Resort Great Sand Dunes
"Excellent place to stay"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Royal Gorge Cabins
"Had a good time with family great place to stop and take. Brake"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Casitas en Pueblo - Central Lofts
"Just excellent"
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
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Popular places to visit
Garden of the Gods
Garden of the Gods is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Colorado Springs. Discover the area's mountain views and sunrises.
Pikes Peak
Explore Pikes Peak, a popular spot to commune with nature in Cascade, and enjoy the mountain views. Amble around this romantic area's picturesque gardens or seek out the hiking trails.
US Air Force Academy
Explore the campus of US Air Force Academy, a top university in USAF Academy. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or seek out the hiking trails.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo during your travels in Colorado Springs. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its hiking trails.
Royal Gorge Bridge
Find out about the history of Canon City when you spend time at Royal Gorge Bridge. Stroll along the riverfront in this quaint area or seek out the rafting opportunities.
The Broadmoor Seven Falls
Enjoy the mountain views and explore The Broadmoor Seven Falls, a lovely green space in Colorado Springs. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the hiking trails.
- Garden of the Gods
- US Air Force Academy
- Great Sand Dunes National Park
- Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
- The Broadmoor Seven Falls
- Royal Gorge Bridge
- Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway
- Cave of the Winds
- Broadmoor World Arena
- Peterson Air Force Base
- Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo
- Colorado College
- Pikes Peak Center
- Cheyenne Mountain State Park
- Colorado State Fair Events Center
- Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
- Colorado State University at Pueblo
- University of Colorado-Colorado Springs
- Manitou Incline
- Bishop Castle
- Adams State University
- Pikes Peak International Raceway
- Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad
- U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center
- Ford Amphitheater
