Colorado Springs, or “Olympic City”, is an outdoor lovers paradise situated at the base of Pikes Peak in Colorado. The city offers endless opportunities to explore this beautiful part of Colorado. Some of the most famous and must-do attractions include hiking or viewing at Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and visiting America’s highest suspension bridge, one hour away at the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park. Visit Seven Falls to see magnificent waterfalls cascading down a mountain or exploring the Cave of the Winds for a cool experience. Tourists looking for scenery, unique geological features, and adventure, don’t hesitate to book your vacation rental in Colorado Springs.
Are you a history buff? Colorado Springs houses many museums that will give you a look into Colorado’s past as a mining and gold panning center. Visit the Western Museum of Mining and Industry or the Ghost town Museum to see real artifacts from the state’s famous era.
Bringing the family? There are many educational and fun family-friendly stops in the city. For the animal lovers in the family, don’t miss the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo which has over 800 species of animals. Colorado Spring is also home to the Colorado Springs Olympic Training Center and the U.S Olympic Museum and Hall of Fame. Don’t miss a visit to these two places to learn more about America’s top athletes and see where and how they train.
No matter what the occasion, book your Colorado Springs vacation rental today to explore all that this historic city has to offer!
Colorado Springs is best accessible from the closest major airport, Denver International Airport (DEN) which is 80 miles north of town. Colorado Springs Municipal Airport is also an option but offers fewer flights, and primarily serves domestic airlines.
The fastest way to get to Colorado Springs is to rent a car or take a taxi/rideshare. There is a shuttle that leaves from the airport (Front Range Shuttle). If you want to explore the area, renting a car is the best way to get to your vacation rental.
In Colorado Springs, June – August are the hottest months of the year with many days around 80 degrees. January – February are the coldest months and temperatures can drop to below 30 degrees with a good chance for snow. July is the wettest month while November is the driest. Colorado boasts many days filled with mild temperatures and lots of sunshine, but make sure you book a vacation rental with your preferred heating and cooling options to make your visit comfortable no matter what season you visit.
In Colorado Springs, most of the almost 2,200 vacation rental options are houses with an average nightly price of around $300. The median size is about 2100 ft² which makes them a great fit for larger groups or families, as most can accommodate 6-8 people. Apartment/Condo rentals are the second most available with an average nightly price of $160 per night for about 1000 ft². Whatever type of accommodation you are looking for, there are many options in Colorado Springs to choose from for your next vacation rental.
Garden of the Gods - https://gardenofgods.com/
Pikes Peak - https://www.pikes-peak.com/
Cave of the winds - https://caveofthewinds.com/
Royal Gorge Bridge and Park - https://royalgorgebridge.com/
U.S Olympic training center - https://www.teamusa.org/about-the-usoc/olympic-training-centers/csotc/about
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo - http://www.cmzoo.org/
Western Museum of Mining and Industry - http://www.wmmi.org/
Ghost Town Museum- http://www.ghosttownmuseum.com/
Canon City Music and Blossom Festival - http://www.ccblossomfestival.com/cc/
Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo- http://www.pikespeakorbust.org/
Seven Falls - https://www.broadmoor.com/broadmoor-adventures/seven-falls/