West Colorado Springs Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Colorado Springs
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.
Glen Eyrie Castle
Visit the English castle-like home and extensive grounds that once belonged to the founder of Colorado Springs and his family.
Cosmo's Magic Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Cosmo's Magic Theater during your stay in Colorado Springs.
Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs during your travels in Colorado Springs. Discover the mountain views in this romantic area or enjoy its hiking trails.
Garden of the Gods Trading Post
You can browse the exhibits at Garden of the Gods Trading Post, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Manitou Springs. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its hiking trails.
Space Foundation Discovery Center
You can browse the exhibits at Space Foundation Discovery Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Colorado Springs. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its hiking trails.
Activities
Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Pikes Peak Phantom: Specters of Colorado Springs Ghost Tour
Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods and Foothills Jeep Tour
Colorado’s Pikes Peak Highway: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Our pick of the best West Colorado Springs Hotel Deals
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
I have stayed here several times, and have always had great service. However, this past trip, I had made reservations with the concierge for a party of seven for regular breakfast on Easter morning. Our reservation was for 10 AM and the regular Easter buffet started at 11. When we checked in at the ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Quality Inn and Suites Garden of the Gods
Clean room, lots of parking, continental breakfast, elevator is available
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Glen Eyrie Castle & Conference Center A Ministry of the Navigators
So this is a tough review because I did not do my homework and didn’t realize where I was going. These are homes and maybe an old church converted to hotel rooms with the idea of being used for retreats, such as a marriage retreat. So pros: spectacular, hiking, extremely pleasant staff, very clean ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Fillmore Inn & Suites
Breakfast was great and the staff was friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs/Garden of the Gods
Great location; quiet, easy access.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort
Cute little gem, nice property dog friendly, staff was great and very helpful for our short stay.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Colorado Springs
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.
Midland
While visiting Midland, you might make a stop by sights like Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Ghost Town Museum.
Manitou Springs Historic District
Manitou Springs Historic District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Manitou Springs Heritage Center and Arcade Amusements while in the area.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Midland Trail and Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Northwest Colorado Springs
If you're spending some time in Northwest Colorado Springs, US Air Force Academy and Flying W Ranch Chuckwagon Suppers and Original Western Stage Show are top sights worth seeing.
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.
