Manitou Springs Historic District
Colorado Springs
Visit Manitou Springs Historic District
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Cave of the Winds
Go on a subterranean adventure to explore caves, caverns and rock formations that are hundreds of millions of years old.
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 Manitou Springs Historic District
Cliff House at Pikes Peak
Nice room
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Villa Motel at Manitou Springs
Quiet comfortable
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
Breakfast was good friendly staff
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
Very clean, wonderful room. Spacious for two adults and two kids. Had the perfect view of Garden of the Gods - and even got to see the Pikes Peak NYE fireworks! Will definitely be back.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Colorado Springs - South
Very friendly staff. Clean room. Comfortable bed. Also appreciate the large desk and the kitchen set-up. The parking lot was well-lit and I felt safe going to my car to get a forgotten item after dark. Was a great stay for the money.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Hotel Polaris
This hotel is breathtaking and offers an abundance of amenities! For us we needed a dog friendly hotel and this one exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend. We were just travelling thru but now we plan on coming back this way so we can stay another night.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Manitou Springs Historic District
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.
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.
Skyway
If you're spending some time in Skyway, Bear Creek Nature Center and Chloey's and Bella's Dog Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and Pikes Peak Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Fine Arts Center while you're in town.
