Area Information

HOW TO GET HERE

Our Visitor Center offers a wealth of Colorado Springs area information for travelers of all types. It is located directly off of Interstate 25, just 20 minutes from the Colorado Springs Airport or 70 miles from Denver International Airport by car. Shuttle service and ground transportation are available at both airports. The Colorado Springs Airport serves five major airlines with 13 non-stop flights and 98 arrivals and departures daily.

CLIMATE

There are more than 300 days of sunshine to be enjoyed in Colorado Springs annually. At an altitude of 6,035 feet, the climate of the region is warm in the summer and moderate in the spring, fall and winter. Classified as an “alpine desert,” the dry, clean air was once a destination to heal tuberculosis patients. Today, visitors enjoy the climate because it allows for year-round outdoor recreation.

VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER

The Visitor Information Center is located at 515 S. Cascade Ave at the edge of Downtown Colorado Springs. Stop by and our friendly volunteers are happy help you find fun things to do, restaurants to try, places to stay and directions on how to get there. Browse our brochures or download our interactive app for more information on the Pikes Peak region.

WHERE TO STAY

Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak region has plenty of lodging options to fit your needs. Full-service resorts provide luxury, relaxation and many on-site activities – all at unbelievable prices. B&Bs, vacation homes, cabins and dude ranches provide a unique mountain experience while popular brands provide familiarity. Campgrounds and RV Parks provide opportunities to enjoy the beautiful nature in the area.

THINGS TO DO

Visitors can enjoy more than 55 natural and man-made attractions and activities in the Colorado Springs region. Find deals and coupons to mulitple attractions in the region at the Deals & Coupons page. It provides extensive Colorado Springs area information on attractions and activities around the region.

EVENT CALENDAR

Looking for an event to attend during your visit? The region is full of art, culture and FUN!  Enjoy a play or concert or attend a wine and painting class. Plan your trip to include a major event like the Donkey Derby Days or Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo.

FAST FACTS

• Colorado Springs is Colorado’s second-largest city
• Founded in 1871 by General William Jackson Palmer
• Elevation – 6,035 ft.
• Population – City: 426,388, Metro Area: 626,227
• Climate: Alpine Desert
• Average Yearly Precipitation: 17.4”
• Average Yearly Snowfall: 43”
• Average Humidity – Morning: 63%, Afternoon: 40%
• Average Yearly Days of Sunshine: 300+
• Parks: 156 State, County and City Parks
• Daily Newspaper: The Gazette
• Weekly Newspapers: The Independent, Colorado Springs Business Journal
• Universities: 12 Colleges: 8 Grad Schools: 4

AWARDS & ACCOLADES

• 2011 National Trust for Historic Preservation “Dozen Distinctive Destination”
• No. 1 – Outside Magazine, “Best Town”
• No. 1 – Money, “Big Cities to Live In”
• No. 1 – Forbes, “America’s Most Pet-Friendly City”
• No. 1 – Men’s Health, “Best Cities for Dogs”
• No. 2 – Men’s Fitness, “Fittest City in America”
• No. 2 – Women’s Health, “Best Cities for Women to Live”
• No. 3 – Men’s Fitness, “Top Sports Town”
• No. 3 – Earth Day Network, “Best Places to Live”
• No. 4 – Men’s Health, “Most Serene City”
• No. 4 – Frommer’s Travel Guide, “Cities Ranked and Rated”
• No. 5 – MSNBC, “Best Cities to Live Work and Play”
• No. 18 – TripAdvisor, Travelers’ Choice 2010 “The Best Destinations”