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Garden of the Gods
The unique red sandstone landform forms a variety of strange rock landscapes. The two treasures of Garden Town Garden are KissingCamels, which looks like two camels, and Balanced Rock, which weighs 700 tons like the head of a giant. If you love wild sports, there are many giant rocks in the garden for rock climbing activities, which is a paradise for rock climbers in the world.Colorado Springs · 3 km from Manitou Springs
Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
Cave of the Winds Mountain Park is located in Manitou Springs and is an underground cave formed 500 million years ago. You can join a guided lantern tour to explore and marvel at nature's incredible craftsmanship.El Paso County · 1.5 km from Manitou Springs
Manitou Cliff Dwellings
Manitou Springs · 552m from downtown
The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway
El Paso County · 1.3 km from Manitou Springs
The Broadmoor Seven Falls
Colorado Springs · 7.2 km from Manitou Springs
North Pole Colorado Santa’s Workshop
Cascade · 7.2 km from Manitou Springs
Manitou Incline
El Paso County · 2.2 km from Manitou Springs
Quail Lake Park
Colorado Springs · 12.6 km from Manitou Springs
Rainbow Falls Historic Site
El Paso County · 1.1 km from Manitou Springs
Helen Hunt Falls
El Paso County · 8 km from Manitou Springs
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Garden of the Gods
Colorado Springs · 3 km from Manitou SpringsCave of the Winds Mountain Park
El Paso County · 1.5 km from Manitou SpringsManitou Cliff Dwellings
Manitou Springs · 552m from downtownThe Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway
El Paso County · 1.3 km from Manitou SpringsThe Broadmoor Seven Falls
Colorado Springs · 7.2 km from Manitou SpringsNorth Pole Colorado Santa’s Workshop
Cascade · 7.2 km from Manitou SpringsManitou Incline
El Paso County · 2.2 km from Manitou SpringsQuail Lake Park
Colorado Springs · 12.6 km from Manitou SpringsRainbow Falls Historic Site
El Paso County · 1.1 km from Manitou SpringsHelen Hunt Falls
El Paso County · 8 km from Manitou Springs
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What travelers say about Manitou Springs
Tania Akter (Bangladesh)September 22, 2025
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Garden of the Gods is a breathtaking natural landmark in Colorado Springs, famous for its towering red rock formations set against the backdrop of Pikes Peak. This free public park offers a variety of outdoor activities, including scenic drives, paved walking paths, and rugged hiking trails that let visitors experience the dramatic sandstone cliffs up close. Rock climbing is popular here, as are photography and wildlife spotting. The Visitor & Nature Center provides engaging exhibits about the park’s geology and history. Whether you’re seeking adventure or peaceful scenery, Garden of the Gods delivers unforgettable views and a quintessential Colorado experience.
Garden of the Gods
200***87June 2, 2023
2.0
Not fun, 27 dollars for a 40-minute cave tour with a guide
Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
137***66December 24, 2019
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This was a neat exhibit but short and sweet for the price. Staff was pleasant and welcoming, and it is dog friendly, a plus. I guess we were just spoiled when we visited cliff dwellings in New Mexico, because these were not as impressive. Good if you are short on time.
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