Manitou Springs Historic District Travel Guide
Colorado Springs
Visit Manitou Springs Historic District
Popular places to visit
Garden of the Gods
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.
Pikes Peak
The second-most visited mountain in the world is an easy day trip from Colorado’s capital.
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.
Cave of the Winds
Go on a subterranean adventure to explore caves, caverns and rock formations that are hundreds of millions of years old.
Things to do
Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Colorado’s Pikes Peak Highway: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Small Group Tour of Pikes Peak and the Garden of the Gods from Denver
Scenic Pikes Peak Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Colorado Springs: Original 3-Hour Food Walking Tour
Top hotels in Manitou Springs Historic District
Cliff House at Pikes Peak
Room was great/vary clean. Staff was excellent. The only thing that needed help was the buffet. Food was find but cold plates and a chilly dinning room distracted from the other wise enjoyable stay. The dinning staff provided excellent service also.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Villa Motel at Manitou Springs
Friendliness and room size. 2 quens with plenty extra space.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
Great staff
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
Very clean, wonderful room. Spacious for two adults and two kids. Had the perfect view of Garden of the Gods - and even got to see the Pikes Peak NYE fireworks! Will definitely be back.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Colorado Springs - South
Very clean, staff was amazing
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
The Antlers, a Wyndham Hotel
Super friendly staff and ver clean property.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Manitou Springs Historic District
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.
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.
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.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and Ghost Town Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby 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.
