Colorado Springs Tours: A Guide to Unforgettable Adventures

Nestled at the foot of the majestic Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs attracts visitors to its natural beauty, history and adventure. Whether an outdoor enthusiast, a history buff, or simply looking to unwind in a picturesque setting, these Colorado Springs tours offer a way to experience the city like a local. Here’s a guide to some of the must-do sightseeing tours in this scenic city.

Colorado Springs Tours: Explore Like a Local

Historic Walking Tours

Some of the most popular Colorado Spring tours are hosted by local company Colorado Springs Walking Tours. On these the two-hour tours, guests can expect to see Antlers Hotel, Acacia Park and downtown Colorado Springs, local businesses, and historic buildings.

Just a stone’s throw from Colorado Springs, the town of Manitou Springs offers a step back in time with its historic walking tours. Known for its healing mineral springs, Manitou Springs is home to historic architecture, shops and art galleries. Walking tours here often include stops at the mineral springs as well as historical landmarks like the Miramont Castle and the Manitou Incline.

Cog Railway – Manitou and Pikes Peak

No visit to Colorado Springs is complete without a trip to the summit of Pikes Peak, also known as “America’s Mountain.” The Pikes Peak Cog Railway offers a thrilling way to reach the 14,115-foot summit. The train operates year-round and welcomes all ages.

As the world’s highest cog railway, this journey provides breathtaking views of the Rockies and the plains beyond. The three-hour round trip includes time at the summit to take in the panoramic vistas that inspired Katharine Lee Bates to write the song America the Beautiful.

Hot Air Balloon Rides

For an unforgettable experience, consider taking a hot-air balloon ride with Rainbow Ryders or Adventures Out West. Floating high above Colorado Springs, guests enjoy spectacular views of Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and Colorado’s landscape. Sunrise flights offer a serene and awe-inspiring way to start the day.

Guided Jeep or Segway Tours

Garden of the Gods is a registered National Natural Landmark, renowned for its towering red rock formations and stunning scenery. Exploring this iconic park during a guided jeep or Segway tour allows visitors to get an up-close view while learning about the geology, ecology, and history of the area.

Knowledgeable guides share stories about the park’s natural history, native plants, and the indigenous peoples who once inhabited the region. Tour options include Cheyenne Canon Segways, Adventures Out West, Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, and Mountain Jeep.

Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun

Take a trip up to the Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun, which visitors will find within Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. To get there, walk 1.4 miles from the zoo’s entrance. This historic monument offers stunning views of Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak region and serves as a memorial to the famous American humorist.

Red Rock Canyon Open Space

For self-guide Colorado Spring tours, head to Red Rock Canyon Open Space. At this park, visitors find an off-the-beaten-path experience with miles of hiking and biking trails, dramatic rock formations, and historical remnants of old quarries and kilns.

Depending on the trail, hikers have access to one-three miles. This park also welcomes well behaved leashed dogs, horses and mountain bikers.

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