Things to See & Do The city sits at the foot of among the nation's most famous landmarks, Pikes Peak America's Mountain, whose top motivated Katharine Lee Bates to pen the words to "America the Beautiful." Visitors ascend this 14,115-foot appeal accessible by means of automobile, bike or walking. Each summer season, experienced expert chauffeurs gather to race up the highway during The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.
The impressive red rock formations draw those with smart devices and cameras to catch a best shot of the rocks that frame snow-capped Pikes Peak. Travelers can delight in climbing, hiking, cycling and even horseback riding. With more than 55 area tourist attractions, there's much more to catch visitors' attention. Select from Answers Shown Here like the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum and the Cash Museum to Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and The Broadmoor Seven Falls.
Olympic Committee, Colorado Springs Olympic Training Center and the brand-new U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum, visitors can view first-rate professional athletes in action. Another deserving stop is the U.S. Air Force Academy an elite university and basic training academy just north of the city. Do not miss out on the abundance of beautiful trails, treks and open spaces for the best breath of fresh air.
From a Five-Star " Grand Dame of the Rockies" to the prettiest cottages and cabins nestled in Pike National Forest, there are choices to fit every holiday and long-weekend budget. Eat & Drink Sip and appreciate your way through Colorado Springs' delicious food and beverage scene. Put a pint at more than 30 local craft drink stops and enjoy a flight at small-batch distilleries.
Grab your walking shoes for a historic and filling Rocky Mountain Food Trip experience and an elegant hat for pinkies-up Victorian teas. Concealed Gems Hit the course less-traveled and take in some of the Pikes Peak area's lesser-known spots. Pan for gold at the Ghost Town Museum, value the art of flight at the National Museum of WWII Aviation, come down the Mollie Kathleen Cash Cow and discover some remarkable views from routes in close-by Woodland Park and Monument.
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