Things to do in Colorado Springs

Things to do in Colorado Springs

89 ranked activities1 in the 90+ Club

Colorado Springs runs Pikes Peak cog railway and jeep tours, Garden of the Gods drives and climbs, Manitou Springs walks, zip lines and Royal Gorge day trips.

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What are the best things to do in Colorado Springs?

Outty ranks 89 bookable experiences in Colorado Springs, United States. The highest scoring is Pikes Peak Jeep Tour at 91 out of 100, followed by Classic Food Tour in Colorado Springs, Signature Fins Course Scenic Zipline Tour, Foothills, History, and Garden of the Gods Jeep Tour. Prices start at $7 per person and 1 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. May to September, with cog railway seats selling out in July and August.

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Top tour operators in Colorado Springs

The companies behind the experiences, ranked by how much of Colorado Springs they cover.

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Most Popular in Colorado Springs

The experiences travelers book most right now.

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Most Highly Reviewed in Colorado Springs

Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

Last Minute in Colorado Springs

Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

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Family Friendly in Colorado Springs

Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

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Food & Drink in Colorado Springs

Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

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Culture & History in Colorado Springs

Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

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Outdoors in Colorado Springs

Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

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Nightlife in Colorado Springs

After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

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What are the top 15 things to do in Colorado Springs?

Our ranked guide lists the 15 best experiences in Colorado Springs with prices, time needed and quick picks for families, rainy days and last-minute plans. Read the answer

Planning questions about Colorado Springs

What are the best things to do in Colorado Springs?
Pikes Peak Jeep Tour is the highest ranked experience in Colorado Springs, scoring 91 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 595 traveler reviews. Classic Food Tour in Colorado Springs, Signature Fins Course Scenic Zipline Tour, Foothills, History, and Garden of the Gods Jeep Tour, Garden of the Gods, Manitou Springs, Old Stage Road Jeep Tour round out the top five. Outty ranks 89 bookable experiences in Colorado Springs, United States, and 1 of them score 90 or above.
How much do activities in Colorado Springs cost?
The median price across everything we rank in Colorado Springs is $130 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $7 on Self-Guided Podcast Tour: The Gilded Waters of Manitou. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
Can I book something in Colorado Springs for today?
Yes. 89 of the top 89 experiences we rank in Colorado Springs currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
Is Colorado Springs good for families?
Yes. 8 of the experiences we rank in Colorado Springs are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
How many days do you need in Colorado Springs?
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
When is the best time to visit Colorado Springs?
May to September, with cog railway seats selling out in July and August. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
Can I cancel a booking in Colorado Springs?
84 of the 89 experiences we rank in Colorado Springs offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
How does the Outty Ranking work?
Every experience in Colorado Springs gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Colorado Springs so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.