Westside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Ryan Carlos
Photo by Born To Roam
Photo by Born To Roam

Popular places to visit

Garden of the Gods

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.

Garden of the Gods
Pikes Peak showing mountains

Pikes Peak

Admire the dramatic views from this peak in the Rocky Mountains, the inspiration behind the famous lyrics of “America the Beautiful”.

Pikes Peak
US Air Force Academy which includes modern architecture

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.

US Air Force Academy
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

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.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Cave of the Winds

Cave of the Winds

Go on a subterranean adventure to explore caves, caverns and rock formations that are hundreds of millions of years old.

Cave of the Winds
Seven Falls

Seven Falls

Enjoy the mountain views and explore 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.

Seven Falls

Activities

Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Tour

Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

AU$38
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Garden of the Gods Self-Guided Walking & Driving Audio Tour

Garden of the Gods Self-Guided Walking & Driving Audio Tour

AU$26
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Garden of the Gods Self-Guided Walking & Driving Audio Tour
Private Pikes Peak COG Railway, Manitou & Garden of the Gods

Private Pikes Peak COG Railway, Manitou & Garden of the Gods

AU$1,069
per traveller
Private Pikes Peak COG Railway, Manitou & Garden of the Gods
Classic 3-Hour Food Tour in Colorado Springs

Classic 3-Hour Food Tour in Colorado Springs

AU$138
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Classic 3-Hour Food Tour in Colorado Springs
The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum is a one-of-a-kind tribute to the Olympic and Paralympic movements, with Team USA athletes at the center of the story.

U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum Admission

AU$46
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum Admission
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride with Champagne Toast & Pastry Breakfast

Colorado Springs Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

AU$424
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Colorado Springs Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
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Our pick of the best Westside Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Colorado Springs Central by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Colorado Springs Central by IHG

2.5 out of 5
105 North Spruce Street, Colorado Springs, CO
The price is AU$222 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
AU$222
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colorado Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (936 reviews)
"Very friendly front desk staff. Such a quick checkin as well. Very, clean, comfortable rooms. The whole hotel is very nice, modern, & clean. Breakfast was good too & even though its just off I 25, conve, it was not as noisy as you would expect. They even offer ear plugs & sound machines but we didnt ..."

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Colorado Springs Central by IHG
Spark by Hilton Colorado Springs I 25 Central

Spark by Hilton Colorado Springs I 25 Central

2.5 out of 5
7245 Commerce Center Dr, Colorado Springs, CO
The price is AU$97 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
AU$97
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colorado Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Breakfast was in a tiny room. Not easily accessible. Poor selection of food"

Reviewed on 10 Sep. 2025

Spark by Hilton Colorado Springs I 25 Central
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs

The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs

3.5 out of 5
8110 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO
The price is AU$162 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
AU$162
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Colorado Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,506 reviews)
"Very close to airport."

Reviewed on 10 Sep. 2025

The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
Quality Inn and Suites Garden of the Gods

Quality Inn and Suites Garden of the Gods

2.5 out of 5
555 W Garden Of Gods Rd, Colorado Springs, CO
The price is AU$111 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
AU$111
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colorado Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,476 reviews)
"Great for the price. Room was clean, decent breakfast, and great location for easy access to I25."

Reviewed on 10 Sep. 2025

Quality Inn and Suites Garden of the Gods
Hotel Polaris

Hotel Polaris

4.5 out of 5
8989 N Gate Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO
The price is AU$321 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$321
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Colorado Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Western Museum of Mining and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (410 reviews)
"Very clean, nicely decorated, and isolated."

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025

Hotel Polaris
Best Western Plus Peak Vista Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Peak Vista Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
7265 Commerce Center Dr, Colorado Springs, CO
The price is AU$173 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
AU$173
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Colorado Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was friendly. Room is clean. Feels safe. Lots of dining options."

Reviewed on 5 Sep. 2025

Best Western Plus Peak Vista Inn & Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Westside

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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 Ghost Town Museum.

Gold Hill Mesa
Old Colorado City which includes street scenes and signage

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.

Old Colorado City
Downtown Colorado Springs which includes signage and a statue or sculpture

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.

Downtown Colorado Springs
Ghost Town Museum featuring signage as well as a family

Midland

While visiting Midland, you might make a stop by sights like Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Ghost Town Museum.

Midland
Colorado Springs which includes a garden, outdoor art and a fountain

Central Colorado Springs

If you're spending some time in Central Colorado Springs, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and Pikes Peak Center are top sights worth seeing.

Central Colorado Springs
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Skyway

If you're spending some time in Skyway, Bear Creek Nature Center and North Cheyenne Cañon Park are top sights worth seeing.

Skyway

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