Rainbow Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Garden of the Gods

Garden of the Gods

Experience the rugged cliffs, grassy plains and intriguing red rock formations that have earned this park a reputation for resembling the Wild West.

Garden of the Gods
Pikes Peak showing mountains

Pikes Peak

Admire the dramatic views from this peak in the Rocky Mountains, the inspiration behind the famous lyrics of “America the Beautiful”.

Pikes Peak
US Air Force Academy which includes modern architecture

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.

US Air Force Academy
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

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.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Cave of the Winds

Cave of the Winds

Go on a subterranean adventure to explore caves, caverns and rock formations that are hundreds of millions of years old.

Cave of the Winds
Seven Falls

Seven Falls

Enjoy the mountain views and explore 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.

Seven Falls

Activities

Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Tour

Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

AU$38
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Private Pikes Peak COG Railway, Manitou & Garden of the Gods

Private Pikes Peak COG Railway, Manitou & Garden of the Gods

AU$1,071
per traveller
Private Pikes Peak COG Railway, Manitou & Garden of the Gods
Garden of the Gods Self-Guided Walking & Driving Audio Tour

Garden of the Gods Self-Guided Walking & Driving Audio Tour

AU$26
per traveller
Garden of the Gods Self-Guided Walking & Driving Audio Tour
Classic 3-Hour Food Tour in Colorado Springs

Classic 3-Hour Food Tour in Colorado Springs

AU$138
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Classic 3-Hour Food Tour in Colorado Springs
Jeep Tour - Pikes Peak or Bust

Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods Jeep Tour

AU$268
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods Jeep Tour
The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum is a one-of-a-kind tribute to the Olympic and Paralympic movements, with Team USA athletes at the center of the story.

U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum Admission

AU$46
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum Admission
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Our pick of the best Rainbow Valley Hotel Deals

Classic Mountain Home w/ Stunning Views, WiFi, Private Hot Tub & Fireplace

Classic Mountain Home w/ Stunning Views, WiFi, Private Hot Tub & Fireplace

Divide
Stay at this cabin in Divide. Enjoy private hot tubs, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attraction Mueller State Park is located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (46 reviews)
Manitou Incline
"Location was great. Cabin was nice but could use a little TLC and updating. Mattress in upstairs bedroom needs replaced - dipped in spots - making it uncomfortable. Hot tub was nice but not all the jets worked."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

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Classic Mountain Home w/ Stunning Views, WiFi, Private Hot Tub & Fireplace
Charming, cozy cabin in the heart of Pikes Peak country! Hot tub, gas fireplace!

Charming, cozy cabin in the heart of Pikes Peak country! Hot tub, gas fireplace!

Divide
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Divide. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (402 reviews)
Cool Mountain Cabin
"We stayed 4 nights, was very well equipped and super clean. Bed was comfortable. Enjoyed the deer, turkey and hummingbirds. Close to the Pike Forest and Cripple Creek to the south.Highly recommend it!"

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

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Charming, cozy cabin in the heart of Pikes Peak country! Hot tub, gas fireplace!
Quality Inn and Suites Garden of the Gods

Quality Inn and Suites Garden of the Gods

2.5 out of 5
555 W Garden Of Gods Rd, Colorado Springs, CO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$121 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$121
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colorado Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,418 reviews)
Garden of the Gods
"Nice room and a pretty good breakfast. Near everything."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Quality Inn and Suites Garden of the Gods
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown

Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown

3 out of 5
201 East Kiowa Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
The price is AU$204 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$204
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Colorado Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,065 reviews)
"Great hotel! Super clean facility and friendly staff. Well-appointed rooms and common areas. Will definitely stay here again when in the area."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
Best Western Plus Fillmore Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Fillmore Inn & Suites

3 out of 5
3150 N Chestnut St, Colorado Springs, CO
The price is AU$233 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$233
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Colorado Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,188 reviews)
"Awesome stay..not friendly staff ..room wise very clean"

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Best Western Plus Fillmore Inn & Suites
Magnuson Grand Pikes Peak

Magnuson Grand Pikes Peak

2.5 out of 5
45 Manitou Ave, Manitou Springs, CO
The price is AU$216 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$216
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manitou Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,241 reviews)
"Loved our stay!"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Magnuson Grand Pikes Peak
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Other neighbourhoods around Rainbow Valley

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Cascade-Chipita Park

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Cascade-Chipita Park. You might want to make time for a stop at North Pole Colorado or North Slope Recreation Area.

Cascade-Chipita Park
Manitou Springs which includes a small town or village and signage

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 Arcade Amusements while in the area.

Manitou Springs Historic District
Ghost Town Museum featuring signage as well as a family

Midland

While visiting Midland, you might make a stop by sights like Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Ghost Town Museum.

Midland
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Skyway

If you're spending some time in Skyway, Bear Creek Nature Center and North Cheyenne Cañon Park are top sights worth seeing.

Skyway
Old Colorado City which includes street scenes and signage

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.

Old Colorado City
Glen Eyrie Castle featuring heritage architecture, château or palace and a park

West Colorado Springs

While visiting West Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie Castle.

West Colorado Springs

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