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.
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.
Pikes Peak
Tramp, bike or ride the train to the summit of this popular peak – right in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.
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: Garden of the Gods Guided Jeep Tour
Colorado’s Pikes Peak Highway: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Colorado Springs - Guided Walking Ghost / History Tour
1-Hour Walk In Axe Throwing Experience Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs: Original 3-Hour Food Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Westside Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Colorado Springs Central by IHG
The staff was over the top at check in! It was nice to have a very personal able gentleman at the desk. Rooms were clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
Very nice hotel. Breakfast buffet really needs to include bacon and the ham tasted like they heated up sandwich meat. I would appreciate some warm crunch with my breakfast.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
Very clean. Very beautiful. The decor was excellent. Service was great. Workers were very kind and friendly. I recommend this place to any and everyone. Very very spacious. Didn't need anything.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Spark by Hilton Colorado Springs I 25 Central
Great
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Colorado Springs - South
Clean room
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hotel Polaris
Everything was really fine in this upscale hotel. However, the king size Mountain View room had a huge window looking out over the mountains that can be covered by a sheer curtain or a dark sky curtain, both of which require using one rod to push or pull the curtain and you have to just about climb ...
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
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 Fine Arts Center 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 Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center 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, Bear Creek Nature Center and Chloey's and Bella's Dog Beach are top sights worth seeing.
West Colorado Springs
While visiting West Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie Castle.
