Rainbow Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Rainbow Valley
Popular places to visit
Garden of the Gods
Experience the majesty and drama of Colorado’s natural landscape as you make your way through this vast city park.
Pikes Peak
Tramp, bike or ride the train to the summit of this popular peak – right in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.
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.
Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway
Enjoy an outing to Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway during your stay in Manitou Springs. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Pikes Peak Phantom: Specters of Colorado Springs Ghost Tour
Ride Manitou Springs & Garden of the Gods Best Guided eBike Tour!
Colorado’s Pikes Peak Highway: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Happy Hour Tour Manitou Springs on E-golf cart
1-Hour Walk In Axe Throwing Experience Colorado Springs
Our pick of the best Rainbow Valley Hotel Deals
Quality Inn and Suites Garden of the Gods
"Great breakfast. Great location. Nice and clean."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
The Antlers, a Wyndham Hotel
"The room was clean and the views were fantastic. My only complaint is the drain in the shower couldn't keep up with the water. The bartender was great! The location is ideal if you want to walk to restaurants."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Cheyenne Mountain Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Hotels
"Overall, staying at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort wasn't a terrible experience. However, the first morning after I had a shower, I tried to use the hairdryer and it practically blew up in my hands. It was extremely cheap and right after turning on heated up to red, crackled and died. When I picked ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
The Broadmoor
"Great"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Glen Eyrie Castle & Conference Center A Ministry of the Navigators
"Excellent Breakfast in a wonderful location. Good helpful and friendly staff."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
"The hotel and area is very nice. Beautiful. I wasn’t satisfied with the massage at the spa considering I asked for deep tissue and paid over $700 for a couples massage. I left still feeling like I needed a massage. Other than that, the food was delicious at the onsite restaurant. The views were amazing. ..."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rainbow Valley
Cascade-Chipita Park
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Cascade-Chipita Park. You might want to make time for a stop at North Pole Colorado or North Slope Recreation Area.
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 Ruxton's Trading Post while in the area.
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.
Skyway
If you're spending some time in Skyway, Chloey's and Bella's Dog Beach and Bear Creek Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.
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.
