Manitou Springs
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Planning a trip to Colorado Springs? Our experienced travel editors break down the town so you can make the most of your stay. Let these itineraries be your guide, whether you're here for a weekend or a whole week.
- Day 1
- 1 Start your day with an early hike in the Garden of the Gods.
- 2 Explore the exhibits and see the movie at the Garden of the Gods Visitors Center.
- 3 Visit the historic Rock Ledge Ranch, adjacent to the park.
- 4 Do a little shopping at the Garden of the Gods Trading Post.
- 5 Have lunch at Front Range Barbecue in Old Colorado City.
- 6 Spend the afternoon at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum.
- 7 Have dinner at the Marigold Café and Bakery.
- Day 2
- 1 Head up to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo first thing.
- 2 Have lunch at La Baguette in Old Colorado City.
- 3 Spend the afternoon in Manitou Springs, exploring the shops and the amusement arcade.
- 4 Treat yourself to an excellent meal at the Craftwood Inn or Briarhust Manor in Manitou.
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