Westside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Scenic Tour of the Pikes Peak Highway
Pikes Peak Phantom: Specters of Colorado Springs Ghost Tour
Colorado Springs: Original 3-Hour Food Walking Tour
Scenic Pikes Peak Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods and Foothills Jeep Tour
Our pick of the best Westside Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Colorado Springs Central by IHG
"Norhing too much to remember. The usual experience overall"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Springs Inn by Capital O I 25
"Wrong size bed . Paid for king got a full. Never knew if there was gonna be hot water. Sheets were dirty. Burn holes in the comforter. And then had a hard time getting our 100 bucks back for deposit."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
"We enjoyed a homelike experience. Staff was incredibly polite, helpful and laid back. It's was memorial Day weekend so it was quite busy. The decor is absolutely amazing; but at the same time the entire pool area courtyard needs a cleaning. The trees real and artificial have collected Alot of dust. ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Colorado Springs - South
"The facility is great clean staff very helpful Breakfast was delicious scrambled were exceptional. Shout out to the cook. Safe area We were very pleased."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colorado Springs North
"Front desk and cleaning staff were kind and helpful. Building itself could use some updates. The soap/lotion/bodywash/Shampoo/conditioner worked great and SMELLED AMAZING"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs
"Great place great breakfast!!!"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
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.
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.
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.
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.
Midland
While visiting Midland, you might make a stop by sights like Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Ghost Town Museum.
Skyway
If you're spending some time in Skyway, North Cheyenne Cañon Park and Chloey's and Bella's Dog Beach are top sights worth seeing.
