Rio Grande Scenic Railroad
Gain access to the truly wild and remote regions of Colorado along the route of the legendary La Veta Pass. See dramatic mountain passes with steep cliffs, colorful canyons and abundant wildlife.

Glen Eyrie Castle
Glen Eyrie is the original 18th century castle home of the founder of Colorado Springs, General William Jackson Palmer, and is on an 800-acre estate. Today it operates as a bed-and-breakfast inn and conference center. Teas and tours are available by reservation.

The Air Force Academy
The Air Force Academy is the area's No. 1 man-made attraction, reeling in about 1.4 million visitors a year, according to the 2002 Colorado Springs and Pikes Peak Region Visitor Guide. But first and foremost, it is a military academy that sends 900 seniors up into the wild, blue yonder every spring.

The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Feed our world-famous giraffe herd, come nose-to-nose with great apes, ride the 1920s historic carousel, enjoy our new exhibit of colobus monkeys, stroll through the African Rift Valley and see spectacular views of Colorado Springs.

Fine Arts Center
The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center offers rotating exhibitions, museum displays and special events. There often is summertime lunch on the balcony overlooking Pikes Peak.

Seven Falls
Seven Falls is located just ten minutes from downtown Colorado Springs via Cheyenne Boulevard and is open every day of the year.

Golden Gate Canyon State Park
The word "sprawl" usually has negative connotations - unless you're talking about Golden Gate Canyon State Park. This gem sprawls over 14,350 acres 16 miles northwest of Golden. It's so vast, it holds subalpine forests and deep canyons, backcountry camping and RVs, and even yurts.

Victor/Lowell Thomas Museum
The Victor/Lowell Thomas Museum sits on a quiet corner of the once bustling mining town of Victor. The little museum showcases the area's rich mining history.

Historical Street Railway Foundation museum
The Pikes Peak Historical Street Railway Foundation museum informally presents a collection of old photographs, sketches and hand-sized models of trolley and railroad cars. Volunteer tour guides with a passion for Colorado Springs railroads lead visitors through the collection.

3rd Cavalry Museum at Fort Carson
The 3rd Cavalry Museum educates the public and boosts the morale of Fort Carson troops by reminding them of the regiment's illustrious history, dating back to the Mexican War, which began in 1846.

Bear Creek Nature Center
The Bear Creek Nature Center in southwestern Colorado Springs serves as a window to nature. Since its opening in 1976, it has educated visitors about all aspects of the ecosystem.

Reptilian Adventure
The goal of Reptilian Adventure is not to dispel fear of reptiles. A healthy amount of fear and respect can keep people from adopting pets they can't or shouldn't care for. It also might keep people safe if they encounter a reptile in the wild.

Let’s go to Cripple Creek!
You’ll find past meets present on gold mine tours, in multiple museums, at the new Pikes Peak Heritage Center, on a scenic train ride and other attractions. Professional theater presentations and exciting casino action highlight your visit. Stunning mountain beauty backdrops entertaining events...let’s go!

Local & Regional Museums
A list of museums in the Pikes Peak region.

Garden of the Gods
A favorite stop on any tourist's list is Garden of the Gods, a 1,364-acre national landmark visible from many points in the city. The soaring rock formations are a popular hangout for the area's experienced rock climbers, though many inexperienced tourists have gotten themselves into trouble climbing the formations without gear.