Guidebook for Colorado Springs
Food Scene
Delicious mexican made from scratch with Colorado grown ingredients. Mid range pricing. Large indoor/outdoor bar with patio and outdoor fire pit.
11 habitants recommandent
Salsa Brava Fresh Mexican Grill
5925 Dublin Blvd Delicious mexican made from scratch with Colorado grown ingredients. Mid range pricing. Large indoor/outdoor bar with patio and outdoor fire pit.
Love gourmet pancakes? Eggs Benedict more your style? You’re in luck. Heard we have a Build Your Own Bloody Mary Bar? Yes, it’s true. And it’s awesome. Over Easy features local, organic ingredients in an award-winning breakfast & lunch menu.
85 habitants recommandent
Urban Egg a daytime eatery
5925 Dublin BlvdLove gourmet pancakes? Eggs Benedict more your style? You’re in luck. Heard we have a Build Your Own Bloody Mary Bar? Yes, it’s true. And it’s awesome. Over Easy features local, organic ingredients in an award-winning breakfast & lunch menu.
Great place to grab some delicious food truck inspired tacos and cocktails. Food and drinks are very affordable. Trendy small interior is very cozy and the service is excellent. Beer is in a can, wine is from a box and the cocktails are handmade. Open Monday-Thursday 11-11 Friday- Sat 11-12 Sunday-Closed
44 habitants recommandent
Piglatin Cocina
2825 Dublin BlvdGreat place to grab some delicious food truck inspired tacos and cocktails. Food and drinks are very affordable. Trendy small interior is very cozy and the service is excellent. Beer is in a can, wine is from a box and the cocktails are handmade. Open Monday-Thursday 11-11 Friday- Sat 11-12 Sunday-Closed
Walk up to a counter and order your food at this very affordable mexican restaurant. The frozen margaritas are topped with inverted beers and wine and are a local favorite. There is a huge bar with garage doors that open to patios. This is a loud, bright, fun place to grab some food or party with friends.
53 habitants recommandent
Fuzzy's Taco Shop
5915 Dublin BlvdWalk up to a counter and order your food at this very affordable mexican restaurant. The frozen margaritas are topped with inverted beers and wine and are a local favorite. There is a huge bar with garage doors that open to patios. This is a loud, bright, fun place to grab some food or party with friends.
Modern Market is healthy, chef driven, seasonal food made from ingredients that align with your values for about $10 in under 10 minutes. Scratch made salads, pizza, sandwiches and plates fill out the menu and we are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Walk up counter ordering. Fast casual.
14 habitants recommandent
Modern Market Eatery
1765 Briargate PkwyModern Market is healthy, chef driven, seasonal food made from ingredients that align with your values for about $10 in under 10 minutes. Scratch made salads, pizza, sandwiches and plates fill out the menu and we are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Walk up counter ordering. Fast casual.
Bad Daddy's Burger Bar serves chef-driven burgers, chopped salads, artisan sandwiches, and local Craft Beers!
12 habitants recommandent
Bad Daddy's Burger Bar
1765 Briargate PkwyBad Daddy's Burger Bar serves chef-driven burgers, chopped salads, artisan sandwiches, and local Craft Beers!
Walk up to a counter and order your food at this very affordable mexican restaurant. The frozen margaritas are topped with inverted beers and wine and are a local favorite. There is a huge bar with garage doors that open to patios. This is a loud, bright, fun place to grab some food or party with friends.
53 habitants recommandent
Fuzzy's Taco Shop
5915 Dublin BlvdWalk up to a counter and order your food at this very affordable mexican restaurant. The frozen margaritas are topped with inverted beers and wine and are a local favorite. There is a huge bar with garage doors that open to patios. This is a loud, bright, fun place to grab some food or party with friends.
At Front Range, we aim to be the best Southern BBQ Colorado Springs has to offer. We’re passionate about every item on our menu, from our home-cooked, Southern Style BBQ and Cajun Dishes to our all-natural Beef Burgers. Features a unique cozy outdoor tented seating area.
129 habitants recommandent
Front Range Barbeque
2330 W Colorado AveAt Front Range, we aim to be the best Southern BBQ Colorado Springs has to offer. We’re passionate about every item on our menu, from our home-cooked, Southern Style BBQ and Cajun Dishes to our all-natural Beef Burgers. Features a unique cozy outdoor tented seating area.
Funky local cafe offering espresso drinks, craft taps & sandwiches in an airy, wood-clad space.
96 habitants recommandent
The Wild Goose Meeting House
401 N Tejon StFunky local cafe offering espresso drinks, craft taps & sandwiches in an airy, wood-clad space.
Chef Dominique and Elaine have developed a French Bistro inspired menu that has always been at the front of the Colorado Springs Restaurant scene. The upscale contemporary cuisine, coupled with Marigold's in-house bakery, has brought guests back time again for over 15 years. Warm inviting colors and the smell of fresh baked pastries greet guests as they enter through the front doors.
58 habitants recommandent
Marigold Cafe & Bakery
4605 Centennial BlvdChef Dominique and Elaine have developed a French Bistro inspired menu that has always been at the front of the Colorado Springs Restaurant scene. The upscale contemporary cuisine, coupled with Marigold's in-house bakery, has brought guests back time again for over 15 years. Warm inviting colors and the smell of fresh baked pastries greet guests as they enter through the front doors.
Eclectic globally inspired eats plus creative cocktails & coffee served in a slick, retro-feel room.
160 habitants recommandent
Shuga's
702 S Cascade AveEclectic globally inspired eats plus creative cocktails & coffee served in a slick, retro-feel room.
Late-night New American haunt crafting creative bites & cocktails in a sleek, subterranean space. Yes, subterranean.
243 habitants recommandent
The Rabbit Hole
101 N Tejon StLate-night New American haunt crafting creative bites & cocktails in a sleek, subterranean space. Yes, subterranean.
Iconic American diner doling out an all-day menu of classic grub in a polished chrome & neon locale.
27 habitants recommandent
Rosie's Diner
411 CO-105Iconic American diner doling out an all-day menu of classic grub in a polished chrome & neon locale.
Responsibly sourced farm to table food, freshly crafted cuisine, an extensive wine selection that connects you to the best of Colorado. Catch the bar for happy hour and half price appetizers. This isn't the cheapest place to eat but it's a great experience and a beautiful open kitchen lets you see the inner workings as you dine.
31 habitants recommandent
Till Kitchen
9633 Prominent PointResponsibly sourced farm to table food, freshly crafted cuisine, an extensive wine selection that connects you to the best of Colorado. Catch the bar for happy hour and half price appetizers. This isn't the cheapest place to eat but it's a great experience and a beautiful open kitchen lets you see the inner workings as you dine.
Peak Place serves carefully crafted and locally sourced coffee, beer, wine and food in industrial-chic space.
12 habitants recommandent
Peak Place - Coffee Beer Wine
2360 Montebello Square DrPeak Place serves carefully crafted and locally sourced coffee, beer, wine and food in industrial-chic space.
Pho & Grill
3357 Cinema PointOur favorite local Pho joint.
Relaxed local coffee shop serving all-day breakfast, sandwiches & salads, plus smoothies & espresso.
8 habitants recommandent
Kawa Coffee
2427 N Union BlvdRelaxed local coffee shop serving all-day breakfast, sandwiches & salads, plus smoothies & espresso.
Drinks & Nightlife
Fun local bar. there is usually karaoke. Plenty of seating surrounding a large bar. Outdoor seating and firepit, during the summer there is also an outdoor bar.
Good Company Bar
7625 N Union BlvdFun local bar. there is usually karaoke. Plenty of seating surrounding a large bar. Outdoor seating and firepit, during the summer there is also an outdoor bar.
Ivywild is a large grand elementary school that has been converted into several bars, bakeries, restaurants, and Bristol Brewery.
200 habitants recommandent
Ivywild School
1604 S Cascade AveIvywild is a large grand elementary school that has been converted into several bars, bakeries, restaurants, and Bristol Brewery.
3-story brewery restaurant housed in a historic building features microbrews, a billiards hall & American fare. Mid range pricing.
145 habitants recommandent
Phantom Canyon Brewing Co
2 E Pikes Peak Ave3-story brewery restaurant housed in a historic building features microbrews, a billiards hall & American fare. Mid range pricing.
Converted Elementary School with trendy cafes, Goat Patch Brewery, coffee shop, smoothie company, and a bakery.
26 habitants recommandent
The Lincoln Center
2727 N Cascade AveConverted Elementary School with trendy cafes, Goat Patch Brewery, coffee shop, smoothie company, and a bakery.
Ring the bell for service once inside the tiny men's tailor shop, and someone will eventually appear to guide you back to the gin-based bar. It's a dimly lit, comfortable and elegant space. It's a gin joint, a cocktail bar, run by the Lee Spirits Company. They call it Brooklyn's on Boulder Street, and every drink starts with Lee Spirits gin.
57 habitants recommandent
Brooklyn’s on Boulder Street
110 E Boulder StRing the bell for service once inside the tiny men's tailor shop, and someone will eventually appear to guide you back to the gin-based bar. It's a dimly lit, comfortable and elegant space. It's a gin joint, a cocktail bar, run by the Lee Spirits Company. They call it Brooklyn's on Boulder Street, and every drink starts with Lee Spirits gin.
At Trinity Brewing we not only brew the most "Artisanal Beer" in town, we also make huge efforts towards eco-sensitivity. We custom built our pub from nearly 100% recycled materials! A number of our beers are even produced in large wooden barrels which previously housed wines or spirits. Whether reviving ancient traditions, or coming up with completely new ideas, our beer will always be challenging for your pallet.
46 habitants recommandent
Trinity Brewing
1466 Garden of the Gods RdAt Trinity Brewing we not only brew the most "Artisanal Beer" in town, we also make huge efforts towards eco-sensitivity. We custom built our pub from nearly 100% recycled materials! A number of our beers are even produced in large wooden barrels which previously housed wines or spirits. Whether reviving ancient traditions, or coming up with completely new ideas, our beer will always be challenging for your pallet.
Taproom of a local brewery offering craft beer, light snacks & a patio plus weekly live music. A small food menu of simple items is offered.
46 habitants recommandent
Pikes Peak Brewing Company
1756 Lake Woodmoor DrTaproom of a local brewery offering craft beer, light snacks & a patio plus weekly live music. A small food menu of simple items is offered.
Local dive that offers cheap beer, outdoor seating, cook your own steaks, and delicious wings. Nestled right across from the lake and down the street from shops and local trails. Family friendly during the day but a bit rowdy after 9.
39 habitants recommandent
O’Malley’s
104 CO-105Local dive that offers cheap beer, outdoor seating, cook your own steaks, and delicious wings. Nestled right across from the lake and down the street from shops and local trails. Family friendly during the day but a bit rowdy after 9.
Dublin House Sports Bar
1850 Dominion WayA large rowdy local pub/bar.
Sports bar offering pizza & familiar pub food along with various event nights & regular live music.
11 habitants recommandent
Back East Bar & Grill
9475 Briar Village PointSports bar offering pizza & familiar pub food along with various event nights & regular live music.
At Whistle Pig we have a wide variety of in-house brewed beers on tap, dog friendly patio, family-friendly environment, and an amazing full-menu with many selections to choose from. We hope to see you here!
Whistle Pig Brewing Company
2117 Templeton Gap RoadAt Whistle Pig we have a wide variety of in-house brewed beers on tap, dog friendly patio, family-friendly environment, and an amazing full-menu with many selections to choose from. We hope to see you here!
Small, dog friendly brewery. Food is offered on busy nights via food truck parked in back.
15 habitants recommandent
FH Beerworks
521 S Tejon StSmall, dog friendly brewery. Food is offered on busy nights via food truck parked in back.
House-brewed beer & a variety of pizzas offered in a brick-lined, industrial space with a long bar.
18 habitants recommandent
Iron Bird Brewing Co.
402 S Nevada AveHouse-brewed beer & a variety of pizzas offered in a brick-lined, industrial space with a long bar.
Veteran-owned & operated, this craft brewery offers a taproom with food trucks often parked outside.
50 habitants recommandent
Red Leg Brewing Company
2323 Garden of the Gods RoadVeteran-owned & operated, this craft brewery offers a taproom with food trucks often parked outside.
Parks & Nature
Garden of the Gods is the top geological wonder in Colorado with incredible rock formations and an activity playground that lets people hike, bike, horseback ride and explore this free attraction in Colorado Springs. In 2016, TripAdvisor users named Garden of the Gods the Top Thing to do in Colorado Springs, giving recognition that we already knew. Garden of the Gods is truly awesome!
238 habitants recommandent
Garden of the Gods
1805 N 30th StGarden of the Gods is the top geological wonder in Colorado with incredible rock formations and an activity playground that lets people hike, bike, horseback ride and explore this free attraction in Colorado Springs. In 2016, TripAdvisor users named Garden of the Gods the Top Thing to do in Colorado Springs, giving recognition that we already knew. Garden of the Gods is truly awesome!
Less touristy then Garden of the Gods, Palmer Park really gives you the Colorado experience right in the middle of the city. The park is filled with trails and rock bluffs to bike, walk, or drive. You'll feel like your out in the mountains.
176 habitants recommandent
Parc Palmer
3344-3376 Paseo RdLess touristy then Garden of the Gods, Palmer Park really gives you the Colorado experience right in the middle of the city. The park is filled with trails and rock bluffs to bike, walk, or drive. You'll feel like your out in the mountains.
Large open space with a butte that can be hiked and has a loop trail around with top with many beautiful views. Hikes are all fairly short. 2 hours to probably hike the top loop.
38 habitants recommandent
Spruce Mountain Open Space Trailhead
13415 S Spruce Mountain RdLarge open space with a butte that can be hiked and has a loop trail around with top with many beautiful views. Hikes are all fairly short. 2 hours to probably hike the top loop.
Take an uphill hike between two mountains and reach a lower reservoir and a more picturesque upper reservoir. Your in national park now so there are tons of trails and boulders to climb and explore. This is not a local hike that's not on many tourist radars.
42 habitants recommandent
Palmer Lake Reservoir Trailhead
Old Carriage RoadTake an uphill hike between two mountains and reach a lower reservoir and a more picturesque upper reservoir. Your in national park now so there are tons of trails and boulders to climb and explore. This is not a local hike that's not on many tourist radars.
Casually stroll through this local trail system. Pretty views, winding single tracks, small ponds and Monument Rock will greet you.
38 habitants recommandent
Mt Herman Trailhead
Casually stroll through this local trail system. Pretty views, winding single tracks, small ponds and Monument Rock will greet you.
Sprawling park that's right across the street! Features: Indoor Wave Pool, Workout Center, Tennis, Basketball, 18 hole disc golf course, outdoor inline skating rink, trails, playgrounds, etc
18 habitants recommandent
Parc Cottonwood Creek
7040 Rangewood DrSprawling park that's right across the street! Features: Indoor Wave Pool, Workout Center, Tennis, Basketball, 18 hole disc golf course, outdoor inline skating rink, trails, playgrounds, etc
Large park with red rock formations and tons of trails.
430 habitants recommandent
Red Rock Canyon Open Space
3550 W High StLarge park with red rock formations and tons of trails.
A local non touristy hike up and around a mountain.
21 habitants recommandent
Blodgett Peak Open Space
3786 W Woodmen RdA local non touristy hike up and around a mountain.
The Section 16/Palmer Loop is a great 5.5 mile loop, easily accessible to both Colorado Springs and Manitou Springs. It offers the opportunity to connect with many other trails to make this part of as long of a hike as you want.
34 habitants recommandent
Section 16 Trailhead
Gold Camp RoadThe Section 16/Palmer Loop is a great 5.5 mile loop, easily accessible to both Colorado Springs and Manitou Springs. It offers the opportunity to connect with many other trails to make this part of as long of a hike as you want.
(38 min drive) Located in the northeast section of the County near Calhan with approximately 750 acres. The paint mines have evidence of human life as far back as 9,000 years ago. The colorful clays were used by Native Americans. The park features fantastic geological formations including spires and hoodoos that were formed through erosive action that created incised gullies and exposed layers of seienite clay and jasper.
18 habitants recommandent
Paint Mine Open Space
Paint Mine Road(38 min drive) Located in the northeast section of the County near Calhan with approximately 750 acres. The paint mines have evidence of human life as far back as 9,000 years ago. The colorful clays were used by Native Americans. The park features fantastic geological formations including spires and hoodoos that were formed through erosive action that created incised gullies and exposed layers of seienite clay and jasper.
Drive the 19-mile paved toll road to the summit of Pikes Peak - America's Mountain. Built in 1915, this winding road is the perfect scenic drive, offering views of lakes, mountains, wildlife and the surrounding area.
681 habitants recommandent
Pikes Peak Summit House
Drive the 19-mile paved toll road to the summit of Pikes Peak - America's Mountain. Built in 1915, this winding road is the perfect scenic drive, offering views of lakes, mountains, wildlife and the surrounding area.
This is an easy drive through looming cliffs and mountains above up to a park with waterfalls, a bridge, and trails. Continue your drive through Gold Camp Road to drive through old cut out tunnels and pop out near Old Colorado City. Section 16 Trailhead and Capt Jacks Trailhead are along the gold camp route.
169 habitants recommandent
Helen Hunt Falls
3440 North Cheyenne Canyon RoadThis is an easy drive through looming cliffs and mountains above up to a park with waterfalls, a bridge, and trails. Continue your drive through Gold Camp Road to drive through old cut out tunnels and pop out near Old Colorado City. Section 16 Trailhead and Capt Jacks Trailhead are along the gold camp route.
800 acre park with tons of single track trails to explore.
52 habitants recommandent
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
410 JL Ranch Heights Rd800 acre park with tons of single track trails to explore.
Beautiful park in the city with a large rocky ridge that can be hiked or shorter flat trails that loop around for a short hike. This is a non touristy local spot with great views.
58 habitants recommandent
Ute Valley Park
1705 Vindicator DrBeautiful park in the city with a large rocky ridge that can be hiked or shorter flat trails that loop around for a short hike. This is a non touristy local spot with great views.
Essentials
Local shopping center with Groceries, Liquor Store, Starbucks, Panda Express, Jimmy Johns, Gas, Mcdonalds, Wendys etc.
179 habitants recommandent
King Soopers
6030 Stetson Hills BlvdLocal shopping center with Groceries, Liquor Store, Starbucks, Panda Express, Jimmy Johns, Gas, Mcdonalds, Wendys etc.
Entertainment & Activities
Legends Miniature Golf & Batting Cages
6655 Dalby DrFun cheap local Miniature Golf spot.
Massive Imax theatre featuring all reserved seating with leather reclining chairs.
51 habitants recommandent
Cinemark Carefree Circle And IMAX
3305 Cinema PointMassive Imax theatre featuring all reserved seating with leather reclining chairs.
Bowling, Large Indoor Laser Tag Course, Arcade Games, Bar and Restaurant.
40 habitants recommandent
The Summit Interquest
1180 Interquest PkwyBowling, Large Indoor Laser Tag Course, Arcade Games, Bar and Restaurant.
New theatre with fully reclining reserved seats, unlimited refills on soda and popcorn, and other amenities designed to provide movie-goers with a VIP experience.
12 habitants recommandent
Icon Cinema Colorado Springs
1818 Spring Water PointNew theatre with fully reclining reserved seats, unlimited refills on soda and popcorn, and other amenities designed to provide movie-goers with a VIP experience.
Overdrive Raceway is Colorado's premier indoor go karts racing facility with two tracks and a bar.
37 habitants recommandent
Overdrive Raceway
196 Spectrum LoopOverdrive Raceway is Colorado's premier indoor go karts racing facility with two tracks and a bar.
Magnum Shooting Center is the premier all-indoor shooting range in Colorado! Ideal shooting environment for all skill levels. Rentals available and you don't have to be a member.
10 habitants recommandent
Magnum Shooting Center
13372 Meadowgrass DrMagnum Shooting Center is the premier all-indoor shooting range in Colorado! Ideal shooting environment for all skill levels. Rentals available and you don't have to be a member.
Cave of the Winds is an historic natural landmark filled with amazing formations just waiting to be discovered by you. This is one of the region’s original attractions and is a great year-round choice for family fun and adventure. There are also ropes courses, lantern tours, a sky swing called the Terror-Dactyl, and a suspended arial tour called the Bat-A-Pult.
464 habitants recommandent
Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
100 Cave of the Winds RdCave of the Winds is an historic natural landmark filled with amazing formations just waiting to be discovered by you. This is one of the region’s original attractions and is a great year-round choice for family fun and adventure. There are also ropes courses, lantern tours, a sky swing called the Terror-Dactyl, and a suspended arial tour called the Bat-A-Pult.
Take the Pikes Peak Cog Railway, the highest train in the US, to the summit of Pikes Peak at 14115 feet. See panoramic views and wildlife.
211 habitants recommandent
Pikes Peak Cog Railway
515 Ruxton AvenueTake the Pikes Peak Cog Railway, the highest train in the US, to the summit of Pikes Peak at 14115 feet. See panoramic views and wildlife.
Since 1931, 'The World Famous Penny Arcade' has been a staple in downtown Manitou Springs. The arcade features more than 400 games, including some that still only cost a penny!
166 habitants recommandent
Manitou Springs Penny Arcade
930 Manitou AveSince 1931, 'The World Famous Penny Arcade' has been a staple in downtown Manitou Springs. The arcade features more than 400 games, including some that still only cost a penny!
Rent bikes and take the Santa Fe Trail south on paved trails to downtown or north to the dirt trail that goes through the Air Force Academy all the way to Palmer Lake and back.
6 habitants recommandent
Criterium Bicycles
6150 Corporate DrRent bikes and take the Santa Fe Trail south on paved trails to downtown or north to the dirt trail that goes through the Air Force Academy all the way to Palmer Lake and back.
Welcome to America’s only mountain zoo! Named 6th-best zoo in the nation by TripAdvisor and USA Today 10Best! Hand-feed giraffes and budgies, experience animals up-close, and witness a view like no other! We’re open 365 days a year, so whether you’re planning your first Colorado Springs vacation or returning to experience more of Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, we’re happy to have you!
569 habitants recommandent
Zoo de Cheyenne Mountain
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo RdWelcome to America’s only mountain zoo! Named 6th-best zoo in the nation by TripAdvisor and USA Today 10Best! Hand-feed giraffes and budgies, experience animals up-close, and witness a view like no other! We’re open 365 days a year, so whether you’re planning your first Colorado Springs vacation or returning to experience more of Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, we’re happy to have you!
(1 hour 18 min drive) Historic old west mining town with multimillion dollar casinos, museums, theatre productions, etc. The drive up is beautiful and it makes a great one day trip.
228 habitants recommandent
Cripple Creek
(1 hour 18 min drive) Historic old west mining town with multimillion dollar casinos, museums, theatre productions, etc. The drive up is beautiful and it makes a great one day trip.
Shopping
Historic main street with lots of local artist shops, bars, restaurants, and touristy knick knack shops.
649 habitants recommandent
Manitou Springs
Historic main street with lots of local artist shops, bars, restaurants, and touristy knick knack shops.
Historic main street with lots of local artist shops, bars, restaurants, and touristy knick knack shops.
388 habitants recommandent
Old Colorado City
Historic main street with lots of local artist shops, bars, restaurants, and touristy knick knack shops.
The Promenade Shops at Briargate
1605-1925 Briargate PkwyHigh end retail strip with food and bars.
Massive shopping center with retail, bars and food.
15 habitants recommandent
First & Main Town Center
3305 Cinema PointMassive shopping center with retail, bars and food.
Lots of restaurants, coffee and staple shops.
21 habitants recommandent
University Village Colorado shopping center
5262 N Nevada AveLots of restaurants, coffee and staple shops.
Sightseeing
The Broadmoor is one of the most famous Hotel Resorts in the US. Guests are free to walk the hallways and explore. There are many restaurants, bars and gift shops. The walls display one of the largest western art collections in the US. Just out front is a local pub called the Golden Bee. You can take bus tours from the Broadmoor up to their Seven Falls property.
155 habitants recommandent
Broadmoor Hall
1 Lake CirThe Broadmoor is one of the most famous Hotel Resorts in the US. Guests are free to walk the hallways and explore. There are many restaurants, bars and gift shops. The walls display one of the largest western art collections in the US. Just out front is a local pub called the Golden Bee. You can take bus tours from the Broadmoor up to their Seven Falls property.