9 days in Colorado Springs Itinerary

Stunning Garden of the Gods Park scenery, blue skies and the glory of Pikes Peak-America’s Mountain have attracted visitors to Colorado Springs for more than a century.

Family-friendly places like Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and Garden of the Gods will thrill your kids. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Colorado Springs: Cañon City (Royal Gorge Route Railroad, Royal Gorge Zip Line Tours, &more). Pack the 8th (Tue) with family-friendly diversions at Cave of the Winds Mountain Park. There's much more to do: learn about all things military at National Museum of World War II Aviation, examine the collection at Expanding Minds Unlimited - The Colorado Springs Children's Museum, take in the dramatic scenery at The Broadmoor Seven Falls, and soar above the sights with a balloon tour.

For ratings, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, read our Colorado Springs day trip planning app.

Rosemount to Colorado Springs is an approximately 5.5-hour combination of car and flight. You can also drive. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time to Mountain Standard Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. Traveling from Rosemount in December, you will find days in Colorado Springs are somewhat warmer (45°F), and nights are about the same (18°F). On the 15th (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.