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07/30/2010http://www.nbc.edu/nearby/attractions.php

Nazarene Bible College

Attractions

 

Christian

$Focus on the Family

8655 Explorer Dr
Colorado Springs, CO 80920

Evangelical organization dedicated to nurturing family values and growth. Bookstore, Broadcasts and Podcasts, Free Facility Tours.

 

$$$Glenn Eyrie Castle

3820 North 30th St
Colorado Springs, CO 80904

Bookstore, Christian Events, Conferences, Marriage Getaways, Photo Gallery, Scenic Views, Seasonal Performances and Concerts, Spiritual Retreats, Teas & Tours, Youth Programs.

 
 

$World Prayer Center

11005 Voyager Pkwy
Colorado Springs, CO 80921

FREE: Chapel (check for times), Courtyard, Prayer Closets, Prayer Rooms. COST: Extended Prayer Rooms.

 
 

Golf

$$$Broadmoor Golf Courses

750 El Pomar Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80901

Part of the 5-star Broadmoor resort. Features three championship golf courses, golf shop, and restaurant.

 

$Patty Jewett Golf Course

900 East Espanola St
Colorado Springs, CO 80907

Value site with One 9 Hole course, One 18 Hole course, and a driving range. Golf shop and restaurant.

 
 

$$Pine Creek Golf Club

9850 Divot Trl
Colorado Springs, CO 80920

Affordable club with 18-hole regulation course and driving range. Membership is not required to play. Golf shop and restaurant.

 
 

Halls of Fame

$Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame

101 Pro Rodeo Dr
Colorado Springs, CO 80919

Museum and hall of fame of the American cowboy. Exhibits, Gift Shop, Live Animals, Museum, Rodeo Arena, Sculpture Garden, Shows.

 

$World Figure Skating Museum

20 1st St
Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Museum and hall of fame of figure skating from around the world. Exhibits, Gift Shop, Tours.

 
 
 

Historic

$$Buckskin Joe's

1193 County Road 3A
Canon City, CO 81212

Historic Frontier Town. Concessions, Food, Gift Shops, Gun-fighting Show, Magic Show, Musical Show. Open Seasonally - call or visit website for information.

 

$$$Flying W Ranch

3330 Chuckwagon Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80919

Chuckwagon Dinner (delicious!) and Music Show, Cowboy Church, Historic Displays, Miniature Train (for the kids to ride), Scenic Views, Shops. Open Seasonally - call or visit website for information.

 
 

$Manitou Springs

City Hall: 606 Manitou Ave
Manitou Springs, CO 80829

Historic Sites and Mineral Springs. Antique Arcade, Biking, Fishing, Hiking, Lodging (incl. B&Bs), Restaurants, Scenic Views.

 

$$Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine Tour

9388 Highway 67
Cripple Creek, CO 80813

Descent (100 stories down) and tour of a formerly functioning gold mine. Gift Shop, Scenic Areas.

 
 

$Old Colorado City

Colorado Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80904

Historic City Area. Events, Food, Specialty Shops, Souvenir stores. Special Attractions: Buffalo Ridge Trading Post, Colorado City Creamery, Farmer's Market, Magic Town (Michael Garman sculpture), Old Colorado City History Center, and much, much more.

 

$$$Pikes Peak Cog Railway

515 Ruxton Ave
Manitou Springs, CO 80829

Cog Train Ride to Top of Pikes Peak. Biking Trails, Food, Gift Shop, Hiking Trails.

 
 

$Rock Ledge Ranch

3105 Gateway Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80904

Historic living museum, with period-dressed guides who demonstrate life in the Old West. Live Animals, Living History, Trail, Visitor's Center.

 

$Van Briggle Pottery & Tile

1024 South Tejon St
Colorado Springs, CO 80903

Tour of One of Oldest Active Potteries in US. FREE Tours, Items for Purchase.

 
 

$$Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad

Bennett Ave and 5th St
Cripple Creek, CO 80813

Historic Train Ride. Gift Shop, Scenic Areas (stops to allow picture taking).

 
 

Museum

$Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center

30 West Dale St
Colorado Springs, CO 80903

World-class art museum, theatre company, and art school. Exhibits, Food, Gift Shop, Theater, Tours.

 

$Colorado Springs Pioneer Museum

215 South Tejon St
Colorado Springs, CO 80803

Historic and Exceptional Colorado Museum. Over 60,000 Objects Plus Unsurpassed Art Collection, Gift Shop, Periodic Events and Shows, Tours. Open Seasonally - call or visit website for information. Admission is FREE.

 
 

$Ghost Town Wild West Museum

400 South 21st St
Colorado Springs, CO 80904

A complete and authentic old western town built indoors from the very buildings abandoned after the Pikes Peak Region's gold mining era ended. Exhibits, Gold Panning, Gift Shop.

 

$Miramont Castle

9 Capitol Hill Ave
Manitou Springs, CO 80829

Victorian Museum Featuring 42 Rooms in Authentic Furnishings. Exhibits, Gift Shop, Tours.

 
 

$Molly Brown House Museum

1340 Pennsylvania St
Denver, CO 80203

Historic house of Titanic survivor Margaret Tobin Brown. Exhibits, Gift Shop, Tours.

 

$$Museum of Nature and Science

2001 Colorado Blvd
Denver, CO 80205

Historic Colorado Museum. Exhibits, Gift Shop, IMAX Theater, Periodic Events and Shows, Planetarium, Tours, Travelling Exhibits.

 
 

$Peterson Air & Space Museum

150 East Ent Ave
Peterson Air Force Base, CO 80914

Museum of Air Force aviation and space history. Admission is FREE. Exhibits, Gift Shop, Tours. Civilians MUST contact the museum ahead of time to gain access on base.

 

$$Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Center

201 South Fairview St
Woodland Park, CO 80863

Dinosaur Museum. Exhibits - both static and interactive, Gift Shop, Theater, Tours, Woody's Paleo Playground for kids.

 
 

$Western Museum of Mining

225 North Gate Blvd
Colorado Springs, CO 80921

Mining Museum. Exhibits - both static and interactive, Gift Shop, Mining Library, Tours.

 
 

Natural Attractions

$$$Cave of the Winds

Cave of the Winds Rd
Manitou Springs, CO 80829

Underground caves and caverns. Gift Shop, Seasonal Laser and Sound Show, Tours.

 

$Cliff Dwellings

10 Cliff Dwellings Rd
Manitou Springs, CO 80829

Abandoned Anasazi Cliff Dwellings. Food, Gift Shop, Museum, Tours.

 
 

$$$Royal Gorge Park

4218 County Road 3A
Canon City, CO 81215

World's Highest Suspension Bridge. Burro Rides, Food, Gift Shops, Lodging, Rides/Train, Shows, Wapiti Western Wildlife Park.

 

$$Seven Falls

2301 South Cheyenne Canyon Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Array of seven waterfalls. Scenic Views, Sometimes has Shows, Waterfalls. Open Seasonally - call or visit website for information.

 
 
 

Other

$Olympic Training Center

1750 East Boulder St
Colorado Springs, CO 80909

Headquarters for the U.S. Olympic Committee administration and Training Center programs. FREE Tours (2 Hours).

 

$United States Air Force Academy

4102 Pinion Dr
Colorado Springs, CO 80840

FREE: Academy, Arnold Hall, Association of Graduates Building, Cadet Chapel (Very unique chapel), Cadet Field House, Falcon Athletic Center, Honor Court, Overlooks, Visitors Center. COST: Academy Concerts, Falcon Stadium, Gift Shop/Snack Bar.

 
 
 

Parks

$America the Beautiful Park

126 Cimino Dr
Colorado Springs, CO 80903

Biking, Hiking, Large Fantasy/ADA Playground, Pavilion, Picnic Areas, Scenic Views, Shuffleboard, Special Events.

 

$Bear Creek Regional Park

2625 Ore Mill Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Athletic Fields, Bear Creek Nature Center, Biking, Dog Walks, Equestrian Trails, Hiking, Horseshoes, Picnic Areas, Playgrounds, Scenic Overlooks, Tennis Courts.

 
 

$City Park

E 17th Avenue and York St
Denver, CO 80206

Historic Park- 314-Acre Park, Golf, Playgrounds, Swimming, Tennis Courts.

 

$Cottonwood Creek Park

7040 Rangewood Dr
Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Athletic Fields, Disc (Frisbee) Golf Course, Hiking, Indoor Pool/Mini Water Park, In-line Hockey Court, Picnic Areas, Playground, Sledding Hills (if snow), Tennis Courts.

 
 

$Four Mile Historic Park

715 South Forest St
Denver, CO 80246

Historic Park and Museum. Carriage Rides, Exhibits, Events, Gift Shop, Reenactments, Tours.

 

$Garden of the Gods

1805 North 30th St
Colorado Springs, CO 80904

Registered National Natural Landmark/Park. Biking, Bird Watching, Exhibits, Gift Shops and Trading Post, Hiking, Picnic Areas, Rock Climbing (must register first), Scenic Drive.

 
 

$Memorial Park

1605 East Pikes Peak Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80901

Athletic Fields, Bicycle and Skating Race Tracks, Dog Walk, Hiking, Indoor Pool/Fitness Center/Ice Skating, Picnic Area, Skate Park, Three Playgrounds. Prospect Lake - Boat Rental, Fishing, Swimming, Water Skiing.

 

$North Cheyenne Canon Park

3440 North Cheyenne Canyon Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80944

Start at the Starsmore Discovery Center, go through the park, or drive to the Helen Hunt Falls. Biking, Bird Watching, Hiking, Scenic Overlooks, Waterfalls.

 
 

$Palmer Park

3650 Maizeland Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80909

Athletic Fields, Biking, Botanical Reserve, Dog Park and Walking Areas, Equestrian Trails, Hiking (some elevated), Picnic Areas, Playground, Scenic Overlooks, Volleyball Courts.

 

$Washington Park

South Downing St & East Kentucky Ave
Denver, CO 80209

155 Acre Park, Biking, Fishing, Hiking, Playgrounds, Replica of Mount Vernon Garden, Tennis Courts, Volleyball Courts.

 
 
 

Recreation

$$$Academy Riding Stables

4 El Paso Blvd
Colorado Springs, CO 80904

Colorado on horseback. Riding paths and historical tours. Open Seasonally - call or visit website for information.

 

$Adventure Miniature Golf

6550 Corporate Dr
Colorado Springs, CO 80919

A very nice family-friendly mini golf location. 3 Courses of Mini Golf, Batting Cages.

 
 

$Brunswick Zone

999 North Circle Dr
Colorado Springs, CO 80909

Bowling Alley. Arcade, Bowling (Smoke Free), Family-friendly Pool, Snack Bar.

 

$$$Challenge Unlimited

204 South 24th St
Colorado Springs, CO 80904

Cycle and biking tours in Colorado, Nepal, Ireland, Costa Rica, and Aspen. Also, Specialty Hiking Tours.

 
 

$$$Echo Canyon River Expeditions

45000 US Highway 50
West Canon City, CO 81212

Colorado whitewater rafting expeditions. Includes food and full outfitting, with different packages available.

 

$Laser Quest

1605 North Academy Blvd
Colorado Springs, CO 80909

Family etntertainment center with advanced equipment and playfield. Laser Tag, Parties, Small Arcade.

 
 

$$Mr. Biggs Family Fun Center

5825 Mark Dabling Blvd
Colorado Springs, CO 80919

Arcade, Bowling, Bumper Carts, Food, Go Carts, Laser Tag, Little Big Town (for smaller kids), Mini Golf.

 

$YMCA (for members)

207 North Nevada Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80903

2 Indoor Pools, Athletic Equipment, Basketball, Childcare Areas, Indoor Track, Racquetball/Handball Courts, Saunas, Volleyball, Whirlpools.

 
 
 

Theater

$Cinemark (Plus IMAX) Theater

3305 Cinema Pt
Colorado Springs, CO 80922

Movie Theater. New Movies; Arcade, Food, Ice Cream, Plus Standard Theater Concessions.

 

$$$Iron Springs Dinner Theater

444 Ruxton Ave
Manitou Springs, CO 80829

Live Dinner Theater. Open Seasonally - call or visit website for information.

 
 

$The Picture Show Theater

901 North Academy Blvd
Colorado Springs, CO 80909

Discount Movie Theater. Movies shown here after they are out of the regular theaters; Older Theater/Older-style Seats, Standard Theater Concessions.

 
 

Theme Parks

$$Denver Botanic Gardens

1005 York St
Denver, CO 80206

Botanical Gardens - 21 Acres, Storybook and Specialty Gardens, Concessions. Open Seasonally - call or visit website for information.

 

$$$Elitch Gardens

2000 Elitch Cir
Denver, CO 80204

Amusement Park - Arcade/Games, Concerts/Events, Food, Gift Shops, Rides, Shows, Small Water Park. Open Seasonally - call or visit website for information.

 
 

$$Lakeside Amusement Park

4601 Sheridan Blvd
Denver, CO 80212

Amusement Park - Arcade/Games, Events, Food, Gift Shops, Rides. Open Seasonally - call or visit website for information.

 

$$North Pole / Santa's Workshop

5050 Pikes Peak Hwy
Cascade, CO 80809

Amusement Park - Concessions, Gift Shops, Rides, Shows. Open Seasonally - call or visit website for information.

 
 

$$$Water World

1800 West 89th Ave
Federal Heights, CO 80260

One of the largest Water Parks in US - Children's Areas, Food, Gift Shop, Pools, Water Rides. Open Seasonally - call or visit website for information.

 
 

Zoo

$$Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Animal Exhibits, Concessions, Events, Food, Kids' Areas and Petting Zoo, Kids' Pony Rides and Pony Camp, Sky Ride, Will Rogers Shrine (it is 8,136 feet ASL on top deck).

 

$Denver Zoo

2300 Steele St
Denver, CO 80205

One of Top Zoos in the Country - Animal Exhibits, Carousel, Concessions, Events, Food, Gardens, Shows, Special Exhibits, Tours, Train.Zoo has some FREE days - call or visit website for more information.

 
 
 

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