Family Things to Do in Manitou Springs, Colorado

CityROCK Climbing Center

If you are considering trying out indoor rock climbing for your first time come on down to CityROCK and give it a whirl! Check out

Echo Canyon River Expeditions

Adventure is waiting at Echo Canyon River Expeditions. Whitewater river rafting 1 hour from Manitou Springs. Various packages, restaurants, and campgrounds.

Western Museum of Mining and Industry

In 1970, the Museum of the West was incorporated as a private non-profit with a mission to preserve and interpret the rich mining history of

Colorado Jeep Tours

Colorado Jeep Tours offers jeep tours of the Royal Gorge Region. A fun way for the family to learn and see the history of Colorado.

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.

Challenge Unlimited

30 YEARS OF HIGH ALTITUDE MOUNTAIN BIKE ADVENTURES

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.

Local food and history will come alive with the help of one of our entertaining and educated tour guides as you stroll from destination to destination at the base of America’s Favorite Mountain, Pikes Peak.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Adventure’s Out West

Ziplines in Manitou Springs Zipline with family and friends over the foothills of historic Manitou Springs at the foot of Pikes Peak for up to

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

Visit Pikes Peak

Visiting Colorado Springs? Check out Visit Pikes Peak and start planning your Colorado vacation. We offer free maps and coupons to lots of great places!

Royal Gorge Rafting & Zip Line Tours

One Location, 100% FUN! – Royal Gorge Zipline Tours, Rafting, Vacation Rentals & the Whitewater Bar & Grill. “Classic Colorado” Adrenaline meets beauty, You will

Seven Bridges Trail

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.