Manitou Springs Historic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Manitou Springs Historic District
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Cave of the Winds
Go on a subterranean adventure to explore caves, caverns and rock formations that are hundreds of millions of years old.
Activities
Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Colorado Springs - Guided Walking Ghost / History Tour
Colorado’s Pikes Peak Highway: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods and Foothills Jeep Tour
Our pick of the best Manitou Springs Historic District Hotel Deals
Cliff House at Pikes Peak
Room was great/vary clean. Staff was excellent. The only thing that needed help was the buffet. Food was find but cold plates and a chilly dinning room distracted from the other wise enjoyable stay. The dinning staff provided excellent service also.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Villa Motel at Manitou Springs
Friendliness and room size. 2 quens with plenty extra space.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
INNhale Resort and Spa
This place is amazing. Excellent location, with bus service close by. Modern clean bedrooms and bathrooms. Amazing common area with drinks and snacks all day. Hot tub. The staff are nicest most accommodating people possible. I think think is the BEST place in Manitou Springs. If you are running the ...
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
Great staff
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
The room was beautiful! The staff were friendly and great to work with!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Colorado Springs - South
Our room was clean, the staff was knowledgeable and friendly. Free breakfast. Laundry facilities easy to use with an app. We will definitely stay here again when we come back to Colorado Springs.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Manitou Springs Historic District
Midland
While visiting Midland, you might make a stop by sights like Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Ghost Town Museum.
West Colorado Springs
While visiting West Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie Castle.
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.
Skyway
If you're spending some time in Skyway, Bear Creek Nature Center and North Cheyenne Cañon Park are top sights worth seeing.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and Ghost Town Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
