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
Admire the dramatic views from this peak in the Rocky Mountains, the inspiration behind the famous lyrics of “America the Beautiful”.
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.
Cave of the Winds
Go on a subterranean adventure to explore caves, caverns and rock formations that are hundreds of millions of years old.
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.
Top hotels in Westside
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Colorado Springs Central by IHG
One of the blankets had a stain but whatever. Kid's didnt care. Staff was excellent, food was amazing and hotel was otherwise clean.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
All the necessary things for a good stay
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
A cozy cottage (with a jetted tub) and delicious food, all against the beautiful backdrop of Garden of the Gods, made for the perfect night away for my husband and me.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Spark by Hilton Colorado Springs I 25 Central
Convenient
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Colorado Springs - South
Good. There was no hair dryer so I didn't take a bath . Breakfast seemed to be all gone except for the granola bars when I got there at 8:40. Room was clean. Staff was welcoming.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Quality Inn and Suites Garden of the Gods
Security deposit is high..but the place is good for the price. Nice clean rooms
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
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.
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.
Midland
While visiting Midland, you might make a stop by sights like Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Ghost Town Museum.
Central Colorado Springs
If you're spending some time in Central Colorado Springs, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and Pikes Peak Center are top sights worth seeing.
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.
West Colorado Springs
While visiting West Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie Castle.
Westside Travel Guide
- Garden of the Gods
- Pikes Peak
- US Air Force Academy
- Broadmoor World Arena
- Cave of the Winds
- Glen Eyrie Castle
- Cheyenne Mountain State Park
- Red Rock Canyon Open Space
- Manitou Incline
- Cripple Creek and Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad
- Double Eagle Casino
- Monument Valley Park
- Norris Penrose Event Center
- Chapel Hills Mall
- Memorial Park
