East Colorado Springs Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center
Discover how Olympic and Paralympic champions are made when you tour this advanced training facility for athletes in numerous disciplines.
The Citadel Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Citadel Mall during your visit to Colorado Springs. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or seek out the hiking trails.
Garden of the Gods
Experience the rugged cliffs, grassy plains and intriguing red rock formations that have earned this park a reputation for resembling the Wild West.
Pikes Peak
Admire the dramatic views from this peak in the Rocky Mountains, the inspiration behind the famous lyrics of “America the Beautiful”.
US Air Force Academy
Enjoy a free tour of the military campus where young men and women are trained to be officers in the United States Air Force.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Tour the mountainside zoo to see hundreds of animals in replicas of their natural habitats. Feed giraffes and look down on the animals from a chairlift.
Activities
Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Scenic Tour of the Pikes Peak Highway
Pikes Peak Phantom: Specters of Colorado Springs Ghost Tour
Scenic Pikes Peak Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods and Foothills Jeep Tour
Colorado Springs: Original 3-Hour Food Walking Tour
Our pick of the best East Colorado Springs Hotel Deals
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
"Our room was on the 4th floor and it was so unbearably hot on that floor. While the breakfast was amazing (the omelette guy was hands down amazing at his job), the rest of the stay (2 nights) was far below our expectations with the pricing that we paid"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colorado Springs North
"clean room, great staff, good breakfast"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Colorado Springs - South
"It's a brand new place so is clean. breakfast is a grab and go. We only stay for 2 nights"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Best Western Plus Peak Vista Inn & Suites
"Great value for the money. Michelle the night front desk clerk was extremely kind and helpful."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs
"The hotel was supposedly under renovations. With that being said the pool is closed the workout room was closed. Zero notification to anyone. Construction started daily at 7:am banging ,shouting, paint fumes were noxious. The bar was closed .even room service wasn’t available. TVs didn’t work. Worst ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Cheyenne Mountain Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Hotels
"The property is beautiful and the resort is wonderful. And the view! Plenty of things to do but if you want to use the pool or hot tub you have to walk through the large lobby in your suit to get to it, so we unfortunately chose not to for that reason (busy resort with a lot of people and children ..."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around East Colorado Springs
Central Colorado Springs
If you're spending some time in Central Colorado Springs, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum 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.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and Edith Kinney Gaylord Cornerstone Arts Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Gold Hill Mesa
While there might not be top attractions in Gold Hill Mesa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Norris Penrose Event Center and Pikes Peak Center.
Northeast Colorado Springs
While visiting Northeast Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Colorado Springs House of Bounce and Pulpit Rock Park.
