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Things to see in Colorado Springs, Colorado (United States): 32 places and when to go
Colorado Springs, Colorado is a city in United States with around 494,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 32 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (14), History (6), Nature (5). The best known are Pikes Peak, Cheyenne Mountain and United States Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 42 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 17. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 38.863, -104.792
- Population
- About 494,000
- Places
- 32 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (14) · History (6) · Nature (5) · Mountains (4) · Temples (4) · Museums and art (4)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- LAX Los Angeles, 1,337 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Pikes Peak, at 4,302 m.
What to see in Colorado Springs, Colorado
The places in and around Colorado Springs, Colorado, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Pikes PeakMountain in the Rocky Mountains, Colorado, United States22 km
- Cheyenne MountainMountain in Colorado, United States16 km
- United States Air Force Academy Cadet ChapelChapel in Colorado, USA18 km
- Blodgett PeakMountain in United States of America15 km
- Cheyenne Mountain ZooMountain zoo in Colorado Springs, Colorado in the United States12 km
- Mount RosaMountain in El Paso and Teller counties in Colorado, United States18 km
- St. Mary's CathedralCathedral in Colorado Springs, United States of America4.2 km
- New Life ChurchProtestant Church in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States14 km
- Glen EyrieCastle near Colorado Springs, Colorado8.7 km
- Colorado Springs Fine Arts CenterFine arts and performing arts center in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States3.5 km
- Miramont CastleHouse in Colorado, United States of America11 km
- Colorado Springs Pioneers MuseumMuseum in Colorado Springs, Colorado4.5 km
- Peterson Air and Space MuseumMilitary aviation museum in Colorado, USA9.0 km
- Rock Ledge Ranch Historic SiteLiving history museum and farm in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States7.1 km
- ADT - Colorado B - P - Seg 2Hiking29 km
- Black Forest Brewing CompanyBrewery17 km
- Black Forest Brewing Company - EastBrewery16 km
- Bristol Brewery and PubBrewery6.5 km
- Brush Hollow Winery Tasting Room & EateryWinery16 km
- Catriona CellarsWinery26 km
- Cerberus Brewing CompanyBrewery5.2 km
- Goat Patch Brewing CompanyBrewery2.8 km
- JAK's TaproomBrewery14 km
- Local Relic BreweryBrewery4.5 km
And the other 8, by what you come to do:
- Food and drink: Lost Friend Brewing Company, Mash Mechanix Brewing Co, South Park Brewing Co, Urban Animal, Urban Animal Beer Co
- History: St. Mary's Inn, The Mining Exchange Hotel
- With kids: U.S. Air Force Academy Planetarium
When to go to Colorado Springs, Colorado
The best time to visit Colorado Springs, Colorado is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:34
- FebPossible10:32
- MarBest time11:42
- AprBest time13:01
- MayBest time14:07
- JunBest time14:42
- JulBest time14:28
- AugBest time13:31
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time10:57
- NovPossible9:50
- DecPossible9:17
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 42 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 17. In July, 32 of the 32 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Colorado Springs, Colorado
The nearest main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX, Los Angeles), 1,337 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Larkspur5 places42 km
- Pueblo, Colorado8 places66 km
- Morrison8 places90 km
- Aurora, Colorado19 places93 km
- Denver106 places99 km
- Broomfield27 places119 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Colorado Springs, Colorado?
The best known: Pikes Peak, Cheyenne Mountain, United States Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel, Blodgett Peak, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. In all, 32 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Colorado Springs, Colorado?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 42 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 17.
How do you get to Colorado Springs, Colorado?
The nearest main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 1,337 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Colorado Springs, Colorado as the destination and these 32 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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