Highland Lakes Travel Guide

Colorado Springs

Popular places to visit

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Pikes Peak

5/5(7 reviews)

The second-most visited mountain in the world is an easy day trip from Colorado’s capital.

Pikes Peak
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Garden of the Gods

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Get a taste for the Colorado landscape as you explore this huge city park on your own or during a guided bus or Segway tour.

Garden of the Gods
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US Air Force Academy

5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy a free tour of the military campus where young men and women are trained to be officers in the United States Air Force.

US Air Force Academy
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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.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
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Seven Falls

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore 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.

Seven Falls
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Glen Eyrie Castle

Visit the English castle-like home and extensive grounds that once belonged to the founder of Colorado Springs and his family.

Glen Eyrie Castle

Things to do

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Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods and Foothills Jeep Tour

Rp2.087.505
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods and Foothills Jeep Tour
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Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods Segway Tour

Rp2.118.431
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods Segway Tour
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Garden of the Gods 2 Hour Walking Tour

Rp4.948.160
Per adult
Garden of the Gods 2 Hour Walking Tour
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Classic 3-Hour Food Tour in Colorado Springs

Rp1.360.744
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Classic 3-Hour Food Tour in Colorado Springs
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Fins Course Scenic Zipline Tour

Rp4.193.566
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fins Course Scenic Zipline Tour
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Downtown Colorado Springs 2.5-Hour Brewery Tour

Rp1.453.522
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Downtown Colorado Springs 2.5-Hour Brewery Tour
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Top hotels in Highland Lakes

Villa Motel at Manitou Springs
Villa Motel at Manitou Springs
2 out of 5
481 Manitou Ave, Manitou Springs, CO
The price is Rp2.194.155 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
Rp2.194.155
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Manitou Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
"Great spot"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2024

Villa Motel at Manitou Springs
Magnuson Grand Pikes Peak
Magnuson Grand Pikes Peak
2.5 out of 5
45 Manitou Ave, Manitou Springs, CO
The price is Rp2.513.624 per night from 19 Jun to 20 Jun
Rp2.513.624
per night
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manitou Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,157 reviews)
"Front desk clerk very helpful."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Magnuson Grand Pikes Peak
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
4 out of 5
3320 Mesa Rd, Colorado Springs, CO
The price is Rp4.616.665 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
Rp4.616.665
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Colorado Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Great resort and good location
"Great resort and convenient to Garden of the Gods entrance. We arrived late and getting into check in as well as getting to our room was a bit complicated/frustrating but rest of stay was great."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
Cliff House at Pikes Peak
Cliff House at Pikes Peak
4 out of 5
306 Canon Ave, Manitou Springs, CO
The price is Rp3.250.600 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
Rp3.250.600
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Manitou Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
"There is no parking. You have to use their garage and they charge you daily and you have to use a valet every time you want your car or to drop it off. The hotel is right in town. Close to everything if that’s your thing. Very clean and the staff were all nice."

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Cliff House at Pikes Peak
Glen Eyrie Castle & Conference Center A Ministry of the Navigators
Glen Eyrie Castle & Conference Center A Ministry of the Navigators
2.5 out of 5
3820 N 30th St, Colorado Springs, CO
The price is Rp2.844.275 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
Rp2.844.275
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly lodge in Colorado Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,016 reviews)
"Thanks!"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2024

Glen Eyrie Castle & Conference Center A Ministry of the Navigators
Days Inn by Wyndham Manitou Springs
Days Inn by Wyndham Manitou Springs
2.5 out of 5
120 Manitou Ave, Manitou Springs, CO
The price is Rp2.340.432 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
Rp2.340.432
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manitou Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Affordable location"

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Days Inn by Wyndham Manitou Springs
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Other neighbourhoods around Highland Lakes

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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.

Cascade-Chipita Park
Manitou Springs featuring signage and a small town or village

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.

Manitou Springs Historic District
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Northwest Colorado Springs

If you're spending some time in Northwest Colorado Springs, Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame and Adventure Golf and Batting Cages are top sights worth seeing.

Northwest Colorado Springs
Ghost Town Museum which includes signage as well as a family

Midland

While visiting Midland, you might make a stop by sights like Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Ghost Town Museum.

Midland
Glen Eyrie Castle which includes heritage architecture, château or palace and a park

West Colorado Springs

While visiting West Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie Castle.

West Colorado Springs
Old Colorado City which includes signage and street scenes

Old Colorado City

Old Colorado City is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Bancroft Park and Simpich Showcase Theatre while in the area.

Old Colorado City

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