Manitou Springs Travel Guide

A resort city in the heart of the mountain state of Colorado, Manitou Springs is known for its laidback atmosphere and mountain views, both of which go hand-in-hand with outdoor recreation. Alongside the various outdoor adventures the city offers, it’s also home to stylish boutiques and a thriving arts and crafts scene.

Things to Do in Manitou Springs

The Manitou Springs Incline is a popular hiking trail for tourista. With over 2,000 uphill stone steps to the top of hill, hikers are rewarded with extensive birds eye views of the landscape below. Guests can enjoy scenic tours on their trip, opting to embark on one of many available jeep tours of Pike's Peak and nearby Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs with Adventures Out West. Guests may also find a tour of the Miramont Castle Museum or the Green Horse Gallery enjoyable.

Best Places to Stay in Manitou Springs

There are dozens of charming vacation rentals in the heart of downtown Manitou Springs. Each one is fully furnished and put together with comfort as a main priority. Some of the rentals feature hot tubs, while others are pet friendly with fenced yards for dogs to run and play. No matter what they are searching for, guests are guaranteed to find their dream vacation home in Manitou Springs.

Best Time to Visit Manitou Springs

The best time to take a visit to this Colorado city is September through October as temperatures are cool and accommodation prices drop.

Best Events in Manitou Springs

Manitou Springs consistently hosts fun events for its residents and any guests that may be in the area. The Manitou Springs Colorado Wine Festival, the Emma Crawford Coffin Races & Festival, the Commonwheel Arts Festival, and the Manitou Christmas Parade are only a few of the highly anticipated events.

The wine festival kicks off the summer season in the city, offering samples of 30+ wines that, if they enjoy, they can purchase right then and there for enjoyment later on.

Things to Do for Families in Manitou Springs

Families visiting Manitou Springs can experience a one of a kind tour when they sign up for a guided tour of the Cave of the Winds Mountain Park, which features large open caverns with natural rock formations that are thousands of years old.

Outside of the cave the fun continues, offering guests the chance to walk on the wind by taking the Wind Walker Challenge Course, experience flight like a bat, or enjoy an aerial dive on an exciting ride. Not far away, in Woodland Park, families can get to know all about wolves when they take a wolf walk at Colorado Wolf Adventures.