Rainbow Valley
Colorado Springs
Visit Rainbow Valley
Popular places to visit
Pikes Peak
Admire the dramatic views from this peak in the Rocky Mountains, the inspiration behind the famous lyrics of “America the Beautiful”.
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.
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.
Things to do
Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Garden of the Gods Self-Guided Walking & Driving Audio Tour
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum Admission
1-Hour Walk In Axe Throwing Experience Colorado Springs
Colorado’s Pikes Peak Highway: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Scenic Pikes Peak Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Rainbow Valley
Quality Inn and Suites Garden of the Gods
Easy registration and check out. Room easy to get to. Quiet and comfortable.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
Beautiful landscape and ver nice rooms.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
The Antlers, a Wyndham Hotel
I had a great time. The staff and food was wonderful. I recommend it to anyone that visits Colorado Springs.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
Nice place
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Cheyenne Mountain Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Hotels
Room was clean. I was annoyed that we were in a far building and didn’t realize we wouldn’t be close to the amenities in the main building
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
The Mining Exchange
Great downtown location. Staff were absolutely wonderful. Clean, cozy rooms. Super fast valet.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rainbow Valley
Cascade-Chipita Park
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Cascade-Chipita Park. You might want to make time for a stop at North Pole Colorado or North Slope Recreation Area.
Manitou Springs Historic District
Manitou Springs Historic District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Manitou Springs Heritage Center and Arcade Amusements while in the area.
Midland
While visiting Midland, you might make a stop by sights like Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Ghost Town Museum.
West Colorado Springs
While visiting West Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie Castle.
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.
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.
