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.
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.
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.
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
Great
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Colorado Springs
👍
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Broadmoor
Clean room, relaxing environment, friendly and professional staff.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colorado Springs South AP
To say that the breakfast was sparce is not enough. No juice. No eggs or sausage. No yogurt. Four pieces of bread and about that many muffins. Very disappointing.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs South
Great staff and clean rooms. Would recommend and stay again
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Colorado Springs/I-25 South
Our initial room smelled of chemicals as construction was ongoing during our hotel stay. Fridge in the room was not plugged in so we were unable to keep food cold initially. Our serious safety concern was the shower in our room malfunctioned and would not turn off. It remained on full blast with ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Colorado Springs
Broadmoor
If you're spending some time in Broadmoor, Broadmoor Golf Club and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Skyway
If you're spending some time in Skyway, Chloey's and Bella's Dog Beach and Bear Creek Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.
Gold Hill Mesa
While there might not be top attractions in Gold Hill Mesa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Norris Penrose Event Center and Pikes Peak Center.
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.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and ANA Money Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
