Skyway Travel Guide
Colorado Springs
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.
The Broadmoor Seven Falls
Enjoy the mountain views and explore The Broadmoor Seven Falls, a lovely green space in Colorado Springs. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the hiking trails.
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
Colorado Springs: Original 3-Hour Food Walking Tour
Colorado’s Pikes Peak Highway: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Scenic Pikes Peak Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Skyway
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
"The only reason I gave 2 stars is because of the interaction I had with a cook named Esther. During the free breakfast buffet, I wanted to get my son a plate and a young gentleman told me he had to speak with his manager, because he told me that whoever is eating they have to be downstairs. Also, ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Colorado Springs - South
"I didn’t like having to ask for hangars and kitchen utensils (primarily because my phone didn’t work). I prefer drawers vs cubby holes and the room needed another mirror besides just the bathroom. Room was clean & beds were comfortable."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colorado Springs North
"Front desk and cleaning staff were kind and helpful. Building itself could use some updates. The soap/lotion/bodywash/Shampoo/conditioner worked great and SMELLED AMAZING"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs
"Room & staff were grate. They are remodeling so the pool was closed for part of our stay but when we were able to swim, it was also great! The only thing that was a little annoying the grass was cut and left all over the front of our car."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Best Western Plus Peak Vista Inn & Suites
"Front desk woman at check in was wonderful!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Antlers, a Wyndham Hotel
"This historically-themed hotel is a nostalgic, 1970s-era hotel with large rooms, a banquet area, a bar, a pool and arcade (yes…. Arcade) for kids of all ages . Very convenient access to several restaurants and bars within a 7 minute walk, as this is a downtown location. Approximately 25 minutes to/from ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Skyway
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.
Midland
While visiting Midland, you might make a stop by sights like Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Ghost Town Museum.
Broadmoor
If you're spending some time in Broadmoor, Broadmoor Golf Club and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and ANA Money Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Southwest Colorado Springs
If you're spending some time in Southwest Colorado Springs, Broadmoor Golf Club and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
