Mountain Shadows Travel Guide
Colorado Springs
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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
The second-most visited mountain in the world is an easy day trip from Colorado’s capital.
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.
Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway
Enjoy an outing to Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway during your stay in Manitou Springs. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Ride Manitou Springs & Garden of the Gods Best Guided eBike Tour!
Pikes Peak Phantom: Specters of Colorado Springs Ghost Tour
1-Hour Walk In Axe Throwing Experience Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods and Foothills Jeep Tour
Classic 3-Hour Food Tour in Colorado Springs
Pikes Peak E-Golf Cart Historic Tour of Manitou Springs
Top hotels in Mountain Shadows
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
"What a great location! And the huge Atrium concept is great for all seasons. But this place needs lots of love!! As you approach the entrance doors you see the first signs of lack of adequate maintenance. All of the doors are so worn out, a little paint or just replacing should have happened long ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colorado Springs North
"parking ok"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Colorado Springs - South
"It's a brand new place so is clean. breakfast is a grab and go. We only stay for 2 nights"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Best Western Plus Peak Vista Inn & Suites
"Nice and clean room to stay!"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs
"All i can say is the stay here phenomenal! I informed the front staff it was my partners birthday and they made it so special with chocolate covered strawberries and a great card and greeting when we got there. The breakfast was great the drinks were the best and just everyone at this hotel was ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Cheyenne Mountain Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Hotels
"The property was beautiful! We loved utilizing the gym, pool & pickleball courts owned by the country club. Delicious buffet breakfast in the morning. The breakfast pricing was confusing as we booked a rate that included breakfast. They still billed the breakfast to our room and deducted it at the ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Mountain Shadows
Northwest Colorado Springs
If you're spending some time in Northwest Colorado Springs, US Air Force Academy and Flying W Ranch Chuckwagon Suppers and Original Western Stage Show are top sights worth seeing.
West Colorado Springs
While visiting West Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie Castle.
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 Ruxton's Trading Post while in the 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.
Midland
While visiting Midland, you might make a stop by sights like Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Ghost Town Museum.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and Edith Kinney Gaylord Cornerstone Arts Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
