Megan’s Guidebook

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Megan’s Guidebook

Food & Drinks

Eclectic globally inspired eats plus creative cocktails & coffee served in a slick, retro-feel room.
160 locals recommend
Shuga's
702 S Cascade Ave
160 locals recommend
Eclectic globally inspired eats plus creative cocktails & coffee served in a slick, retro-feel room.
Down-to-earth bar featuring wine, brews & cocktails, plus small plates & a patio with a fire pit.
36 locals recommend
Swirl
717 Manitou Ave
36 locals recommend
Down-to-earth bar featuring wine, brews & cocktails, plus small plates & a patio with a fire pit.
Modern mainstay serving homestyle Mexican mains, local craft beers & margaritas in adobe-style digs.
72 locals recommend
Crystal Park Cantina
178 Crystal Park Rd
72 locals recommend
Modern mainstay serving homestyle Mexican mains, local craft beers & margaritas in adobe-style digs.
Offbeat, industrial-style hangout with food stands offering global street foods, coffee & cocktails.
88 locals recommend
COATI
514 S Tejon St
88 locals recommend
Offbeat, industrial-style hangout with food stands offering global street foods, coffee & cocktails.
Principal’s Office is an artisan cocktail & coffee bar focused on making the best drinks, from wake-up call to last call. You can find us at the Ivywild School, a reclaimed Elementary School originally built in 1916.
34 locals recommend
Principal's Office
1604 S Cascade Ave
34 locals recommend
Principal’s Office is an artisan cocktail & coffee bar focused on making the best drinks, from wake-up call to last call. You can find us at the Ivywild School, a reclaimed Elementary School originally built in 1916.
Journey down the subway steps and experience a new kind of nightlife. Eclectic cuisine, exotic cocktails, haunting decor — It’s no wonder The Rabbit Hole has been nicknamed the Wonderland of the Springs.
243 locals recommend
The Rabbit Hole
101 N Tejon St
243 locals recommend
Journey down the subway steps and experience a new kind of nightlife. Eclectic cuisine, exotic cocktails, haunting decor — It’s no wonder The Rabbit Hole has been nicknamed the Wonderland of the Springs.
Happening joint with Southern-style BBQ & other down-home favorites, plus a full bar & live music.
129 locals recommend
Front Range Barbeque
2330 W Colorado Ave
129 locals recommend
Happening joint with Southern-style BBQ & other down-home favorites, plus a full bar & live music.
Vegetarian & Vegan friendly breakfast/lunch cafe.
104 locals recommend
Adam’s Mountain Cafe
26 Manitou Ave
104 locals recommend
Vegetarian & Vegan friendly breakfast/lunch cafe.
Quaint, small space delivering Neapolitan thin-crust pizzas made from area-sourced ingredients.
71 locals recommend
Pizzeria Rustica
2527 W Colorado Ave
71 locals recommend
Quaint, small space delivering Neapolitan thin-crust pizzas made from area-sourced ingredients.
Easygoing restaurant with a patio dishing up pizzas, plus subs, salads & desserts.
40 locals recommend
Slice420
2501 W Colorado Ave
40 locals recommend
Easygoing restaurant with a patio dishing up pizzas, plus subs, salads & desserts.
Cozy British nook for ales, piano sing-alongs & classic pub fare, in the legendary Broadmoor resort.
83 locals recommend
The Golden Bee
1 Lake Ave
83 locals recommend
Cozy British nook for ales, piano sing-alongs & classic pub fare, in the legendary Broadmoor resort.
Rustic trattoria with a lively atmosphere doling out classic Italian dishes with homemade sauces.
127 locals recommend
Paravicini's Italian Bistro
2802 W Colorado Ave
127 locals recommend
Rustic trattoria with a lively atmosphere doling out classic Italian dishes with homemade sauces.
146 locals recommend
Cerberus Brewing Company
702 W Colorado Ave
146 locals recommend
8 locals recommend
Westside Cantina
2611 West Colorado Avenue
8 locals recommend
Roys Crew BBQ
86 locals recommend
The Wines of Colorado
8045 US-24
86 locals recommend
15 locals recommend
Nara Sushi & Grill
3117 W Colorado Ave
15 locals recommend
Sushi Spot
Loft Espresso
110 Manitou Ave

Relax

Enjoy the best mineral water soaking spa in Colorado, surrounded by the mountains of Manitou Springs, at the foot of Pikes Peak. Sooth away aches, pains and stress in our tubs range from 100º to 104º F filled with mineral water from the famous Seven Minute Spring, the same water which flows from Manitou’s karst aquifer. These health-giving waters filter through deep underground cracks, crevasses, and rock faults, infusing the water with the health-granting minerals. Your reservation also gives you access to our two beautiful saunas and the main pool on the first floor.
71 locals recommend
SunWater Spa
514 El Paso Blvd
71 locals recommend
Enjoy the best mineral water soaking spa in Colorado, surrounded by the mountains of Manitou Springs, at the foot of Pikes Peak. Sooth away aches, pains and stress in our tubs range from 100º to 104º F filled with mineral water from the famous Seven Minute Spring, the same water which flows from Manitou’s karst aquifer. These health-giving waters filter through deep underground cracks, crevasses, and rock faults, infusing the water with the health-granting minerals. Your reservation also gives you access to our two beautiful saunas and the main pool on the first floor.

Sightseeing

The Manitou Incline is just under a mile but climbs 2,000 vertical feet. Amazing views!
16 locals recommend
Manitou Incline - Reservations are Required
16 locals recommend
The Manitou Incline is just under a mile but climbs 2,000 vertical feet. Amazing views!
Explore the fascinating architecture of the ancient cliff dwellers and browse through two museums featuring cultural displays all overlooking the historic town of Manitou Springs.
288 locals recommend
Manitou Cliff Dwellings
10 Cliff Rd
288 locals recommend
Explore the fascinating architecture of the ancient cliff dwellers and browse through two museums featuring cultural displays all overlooking the historic town of Manitou Springs.
The Cog has been climbing Pikes Peak since 1891. We are proud to be one of the most unique experiences in the country. Recognized as the world’s highest cog railroad, The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway is an important part of the heritage of the Western United States. Taking this journey is like walking the footsteps of history, and now the adventure is even more iconic and inspiring.
211 locals recommend
Pikes Peak Cog Railway
515 Ruxton Avenue
211 locals recommend
The Cog has been climbing Pikes Peak since 1891. We are proud to be one of the most unique experiences in the country. Recognized as the world’s highest cog railroad, The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway is an important part of the heritage of the Western United States. Taking this journey is like walking the footsteps of history, and now the adventure is even more iconic and inspiring.
Come experience a spectacular train ride through the Colorado Rockies in comfort and style. The Royal Gorge train combines breathtaking scenery and exceptional service with delicious food, sourced locally and prepared fresh right on board the train for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The train offers up to four departures daily!
98 locals recommend
Royal Gorge Route Railroad station
South 3rd Street
98 locals recommend
Come experience a spectacular train ride through the Colorado Rockies in comfort and style. The Royal Gorge train combines breathtaking scenery and exceptional service with delicious food, sourced locally and prepared fresh right on board the train for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The train offers up to four departures daily!
114 locals recommend
North Cheyenne Cañon Park
15220 S Cheyenne Canyon Rd
114 locals recommend
238 locals recommend
Garden of the Gods
1805 N 30th St
238 locals recommend
Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
100 Cave of the Winds Rd
464 locals recommend
430 locals recommend
Red Rock Canyon Open Space
3550 W High St
430 locals recommend
66 locals recommend
Seven Bridges Trail
North Cheyenne Canyon Road
66 locals recommend
https://www.uncovercolorado.com/activities/north-catamount-reservoir/
North Catamount Reservoir
Pikes Peak Toll Road
https://www.uncovercolorado.com/activities/north-catamount-reservoir/
63 locals recommend
Rampart Reservoir
63 locals recommend

City/town information

649 locals recommend
Manitou Springs
649 locals recommend
388 locals recommend
Old Colorado City
388 locals recommend
134 locals recommend
Colorado Springs
134 locals recommend
129 locals recommend
Woodland Park
129 locals recommend
Buena Vista is situated in scenic Chaffee County, between the Collegiate Peaks and the Arkansas River in south-central Colorado, and is known for its laid-back, mountain-town vibe with gorgeous views!
102 locals recommend
Buena Vista
102 locals recommend
Buena Vista is situated in scenic Chaffee County, between the Collegiate Peaks and the Arkansas River in south-central Colorado, and is known for its laid-back, mountain-town vibe with gorgeous views!

Fun!

Get away at Lulu’s Downstairs with an all vegan menu and great cocktails, or catch a concert in a venue that Ray Charles, Tina Turner, and Aretha Franklin once played. Food, drinks and live music at Lulu’s Downstairs.
6 locals recommend
Lulu's Downstairs
32 South Tejon Street
6 locals recommend
Get away at Lulu’s Downstairs with an all vegan menu and great cocktails, or catch a concert in a venue that Ray Charles, Tina Turner, and Aretha Franklin once played. Food, drinks and live music at Lulu’s Downstairs.
569 locals recommend
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd
569 locals recommend
North Pole Colorado Santa’s Workshop
5050 Pikes Peak Hwy
184 locals recommend
6 locals recommend
Ice rink in Acacia park
113 E Platte Ave
6 locals recommend
166 locals recommend
Manitou Springs Penny Arcade
930 Manitou Ave
166 locals recommend
19 locals recommend
Arcade Amusements, Inc
930 Manitou Ave
19 locals recommend
14 locals recommend
Dinosaur Sanctuary
201 S Fairview St
14 locals recommend
27 locals recommend
Adventures Out West
1335 Manitou Ave
27 locals recommend
36 locals recommend
Academy Riding Stable
4 El Paso Blvd
36 locals recommend
Nonprofit sanctuary for wolves & wild canines offering guided tours & conservation programs.
149 locals recommend
Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center
4729 Twin Rocks Rd
149 locals recommend
Nonprofit sanctuary for wolves & wild canines offering guided tours & conservation programs.
Lulu's Downtown

Pups

This 25-acre fully-fenced park has many great amenities including Bear Creek with splash areas, shade, fenced agility-training area, 3/4-mile trail loop trail, separate fenced small-dog area, benches, picnic tables, information kiosk, trash cans, bag dispensers, water fountain and heated men's & women's restrooms. All dogs must be well-behaved and owners are responsible for their dog's behavior as well as picking up after them. The full list of park rules are posted throughout the park.
60 locals recommend
Bear Creek Dog Park
21st Street
60 locals recommend
This 25-acre fully-fenced park has many great amenities including Bear Creek with splash areas, shade, fenced agility-training area, 3/4-mile trail loop trail, separate fenced small-dog area, benches, picnic tables, information kiosk, trash cans, bag dispensers, water fountain and heated men's & women's restrooms. All dogs must be well-behaved and owners are responsible for their dog's behavior as well as picking up after them. The full list of park rules are posted throughout the park.
Adventure Pups LLC is a Hiking/ Off Leash Adventure and boarding company located in Colorado Springs (Westside). Creating a healthy and active lifestyle for your pup is our goal. We are committed giving your pup the most fun and exciting adventures while you are away. ​ What Adventure Pups Offers: Simple And Transparent Pricing 2 - 4.5 Hours Outside The House Transportation To And From All Adventures Rinse Off / Towel Dry For Messy Adventures Experienced Staff With First Aid / CPR Certification Detailed Report Cards With Photos Both Physical And Mental Stimulation
Adventure Pups LLC
500 South 21st Street
Adventure Pups LLC is a Hiking/ Off Leash Adventure and boarding company located in Colorado Springs (Westside). Creating a healthy and active lifestyle for your pup is our goal. We are committed giving your pup the most fun and exciting adventures while you are away. ​ What Adventure Pups Offers: Simple And Transparent Pricing 2 - 4.5 Hours Outside The House Transportation To And From All Adventures Rinse Off / Towel Dry For Messy Adventures Experienced Staff With First Aid / CPR Certification Detailed Report Cards With Photos Both Physical And Mental Stimulation