Southwest Colorado Springs Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun
Find out about the history of Colorado Springs when you take a trip to Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or seek out the hiking trails.
World Figure Skating Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at World Figure Skating Museum in Colorado Springs. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its hiking trails.
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.
Top hotels in Southwest Colorado Springs
Cheyenne Mountain Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Hotels
"Resort has hiding fee,"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colorado Springs South AP
"The breakfast was pretty good I wish they had more items though."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Colorado Springs
"Best hotel stay I ever had!"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
The Broadmoor
"Oh my goodness, I imagine this is on everyone’s bucket list. Stay a couple of days!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs South
"Nice,clean and spacious rooms."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Colorado Springs/I-25 South
"I had a short trip here but the hotel was lovely. Staff is very friendly the rooms were clean, and thank you for being cat friendly."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Southwest Colorado Springs
Central Colorado Springs
If you're spending some time in Central Colorado Springs, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and Ed Robson Arena are top sights worth seeing.
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.
West Colorado Springs
While visiting West Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie Castle.
Broadmoor
If you're spending some time in Broadmoor, Broadmoor Golf Club and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
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.
