Westside Travel Guide
Colorado Springs
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.
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
1-Hour Walk In Axe Throwing Experience Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods and Foothills Jeep Tour
Pikes Peak E-Golf Cart Historic Tour of Manitou Springs
Colorado Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Garden of the Gods, Manitou Springs, Old Stage Road Jeep Tour
Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods Guided Jeep Tour
Top hotels in Westside
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
The bed was good. The breakfast buffet was awesome. Also the indoor pool was clean and well taken care of.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
Great staff, gorgeous view, highly recommend. Will be back!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
Very helpful staff. both the evening crew and morning crew. The room was spotless, comfy bed. Towels a little scratchy, but OK. Minimal bath amenities, but the ones there were nice. Great Shower. The couch was also comfortable.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Quality Inn and Suites Garden of the Gods
clean room
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Spark by Hilton Colorado Springs I 25 Central
Location was good for all the apartment looking we were doing for our daughter … easy to get in and out ~
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
The Antlers, a Wyndham Hotel
There was a brief problem with my reservation, but the staff quickly resolved the matter with an upgraded room and parking. This was truly appreciated, as I had just driven 16 hours to deliver a truck to my son who is serving in the Army. Our stay was perfect, thanks to the staff.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
Gold Hill Mesa
While there might not be top attractions in Gold Hill Mesa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Norris Penrose Event Center and Pikes Peak Center.
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.
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 Pioneers Museum while you're in town.
Central Colorado Springs
If you're spending some time in Central Colorado Springs, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Midland
While visiting Midland, you might make a stop by sights like Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Ghost Town Museum.
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.
