East Colorado Springs Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center
Discover how Olympic and Paralympic champions are made when you tour this advanced training facility for athletes in numerous disciplines.

The Citadel Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Citadel Mall during your visit to Colorado Springs. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or seek out the hiking trails.
Memorial Hospital Central
If Memorial Hospital Central is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Colorado Springs.
Penrose Hospital
If Penrose Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Colorado Springs.
Palmer Park
After visiting Palmer Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colorado Springs. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Colorado Springs Country Club
Play a round of golf in Colorado Springs at Colorado Springs Country Club, and enjoy other activities such as hiking. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

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

Colorado’s Pikes Peak Highway: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

1-Hour Walk In Axe Throwing Experience Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs: Original 3-Hour Food Walking Tour

Scenic Pikes Peak Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods Guided Jeep Tour
Top hotels in East Colorado Springs

The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
Nice
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
Lovely stay. It's layout requires a good bit of walking so not great for anyone mobility compromised but otherwise solid.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Best Western Plus Peak Vista Inn & Suites
Breakfast menu was good
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026

Great Wolf Lodge Colorado Springs
The staff went above and beyond for our stay and found my sons build a bear he lost by the fire place. We always come back here every spring break.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Cheyenne Mountain Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Hotels
This is an exceptional property. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. The restaurants serve great food, and the amenities (pools, golf course, and so much more) are world class.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

The Mining Exchange
The bar was great! Jill checked us in and was fantastic!!
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Colorado Springs

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

Middle Shooks Run
Though Middle Shooks Run may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and Ed Robson Arena.

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.

Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and Edith Kinney Gaylord Cornerstone Arts Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.

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.
