Family Things to Do in Manitou Springs, Colorado

Academy Riding Stables

Enjoy horse backing riding in Garden of the Gods, guided by real cowboys! Whether you’re an experienced rider or a beginner, these trained cowboys will

River Runners Colorado

Established in 1972, River Runners offers fully guided whitewater river trips on Colorado’s Arkansas River. Choose from half day, full day and overnight adventures on

Hiking Seven Bridges Trail - North Cheyenne Canon | Manitou Springs

A popular moderately-difficult 5.78 mile out and back hiking-only trail located in North Cheyenne Cañon. The trail follows a mountain stream and is one of the few cool hikes in the summer, even at mid-day. Best to hike Mar. through Nov., or when the snowpack is low. Dogs on leash are okay.

The Adventure Company

The Adventure Company rafting trips are led by experienced guides. We offer multi-day trips, team-building or wedding groups, and full moon rafting.

Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center

Come take a tour with one of our knowledgeable and experienced guides and find out why it is so important that we preserve our diminishing

Pikes Peak — America’s Mountain

Take the 19-mile paved highway above the clouds and explore Colorado’s most famous peak and experience yourself 14,115 feet above the ordinary.

SBR MotorSports Park

SBR MotorSports have the fastest go-kart rentals in Colorado Springs. We accommodate groups, birthday parties, or friends out for an afternoon of fun.

Garden of the Gods Trading Post

Nestled at the southwest corner of the Garden of the Gods Park lies the Garden of the Gods Trading Post, the largest art gallery and gift

Iron Springs Chateau Melodrama

The Iron Springs Chateau Melodrama Theater is an established tourist attraction and historic landmark located at the base of Pikes Peak in Manitou Springs. We

Air Force Academy

The Barry Goldwater Air Force Academy Visitor Center serves as the gateway to the United States Air Force Academy for hundreds of thousands of tourists

AVA Rafting & Zipline

AVA Rafting & Zipline is celebrating its 25th year as Colorado’s favorite Whitewater Rafting outfitter. In addition to world-class Whitewater Rafting on 8 rivers across

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Royal Gorge Bridge & Park

See amazing views from one of the world’s highest suspension bridges. Family fun at the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park, only 1 hour from Colorado Springs.

The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway

The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway, the highest cog railway in the world, is back on track in May 2021.

Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame

The ProRodeo Hall of Fame and Museum of the American Cowboy located in Colorado Springs, Colorado educates the public about rodeo history.

Buggy Tours LLC

Buggy Tours offers exciting Jeep tours of Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods, and Cheyenne Canyon. Our tours are filled with fun, adventure, wildlife, beautiful

InclinE-Bikes

We are a locally owned and family operated electric bike shop located in Manitou Springs, CO. We offer guided tours and electric bike rentals. A

Dinosaur Resource Center

Located in beautiful downtown Woodland Park, only 15 miles west of Manitou Springs, the Dinosaur Resource Center will bring you back to a Prehistoric Paradise.

Miramont Castle

Take a self-guided tour through a Manitou National Historic Landmark, 30-room Victorian Castle then have lunch or high tea in the Queen’s Parlour Team Room.

The Broadmoor’s Seven Falls

Located less than one mile from The Broadmoor, Seven Falls is one of Colorado’s most captivating natural wonders. This magnificent series of waterfalls is situated

Manitou Springs Fire Department Museum

Inside Miramont Castle, the museum features antique and vintage fire memorabilia from the Pikes Peak region. The hallmark is an 1880 Hose Cart, the oldest piece of registered fire apparatus in the state of Colorado.