Pleasant Valley Travel Guide
Colorado Springs
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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.
Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway
Enjoy an outing to Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway during your stay in Manitou Springs. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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
Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
1-Hour Walk In Axe Throwing Experience Colorado Springs
Scenic Pikes Peak Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Colorado Springs: Original 3-Hour Food Walking Tour
Happy Hour Tour Manitou Springs on E-golf cart
Colorado’s Pikes Peak Highway: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Pleasant Valley
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
"The service at the hotel was terrible. It took us over 30 minutes to check in with such a long line. We were given a dingy unpleasant loud room. We couldn't switch because it would have meant waiting another 30-40 minutes to speak with someone. We finally managed to speak to the front desk the next ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colorado Springs North
"Needs replacing with new facilities! Stay elsewhere in the Springs! North end has plenty!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Colorado Springs - South
"Amazing"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs
"The hostess who checked you in was fabulous. She was very sweet explained everything. Only downfall was when I booked the hotel the 3rd party did not tell us they were renovating."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Best Western Plus Peak Vista Inn & Suites
"Kelly and Jeff at the front desk were very friendly and helpful. The motel was clean, and the breakfast had eggs, potatoes, and meat, as well as the usual fare. It was a pleasant stay for us."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Radisson Hotel Colorado Springs Airport
"Bathrooms were outdated with a home bathtub. Outside of that, the property was clean, well-maintained and staff were super helpful. Pool area overall was fine, but bathroom needs attention."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pleasant Valley
West Colorado Springs
While visiting West Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie Castle.
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.
Midland
While visiting Midland, you might make a stop by sights like Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Ghost Town Museum.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and Pikes Peak Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Manitou Springs Historic District
Manitou Springs Historic District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Manitou Springs Heritage Center and Ruxton's Trading Post while in the area.
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.
