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Trip Planner :  USA  /  Colorado  /  El Paso County

El Paso County

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Parks · Scenic Drive · Zoos
Encompassing the central part of Colorado, El Paso County features a diverse landscape ranging from mountains in the west to the prairies in the east. Famous for its scenic beauty, this part of the state inspired the lyrics of the iconic song "America the Beautiful." Pikes Peak, one of Colorado's 53 mountains reaching more than 4,300 m (14,000 ft) above sea level, dominates the county's skyline and attracts hikers from around the country. Plan to spend at least a few days exploring the protected wilderness areas around the peak during your vacation, but don't forget to leave some time on your itinerary for Colorado Springs, the county's biggest city, known for its sports venues and parks. Add El Paso County and other United States destinations to your travel plans using our United States day trip site.
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    Top El Paso County tours

    FROM $115 BOOK WITH VIATOR Jeep Tour - Foothills & Garden of the Gods
    4.9
    Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
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    FROM $164 BOOK WITH VIATOR Fins Course Scenic Zipline Tour
    5.0
    Duration: 3 hours 15 minutes
    Tours from $164 »
    FROM $250 BOOK WITH VIATOR Colorado Springs Sunrise Balloon Ride
    4.2
    Duration: 3 hours
    Tours from $250 »
    FROM $131 BOOK WITH VIATOR Woods Course Zipline Tour in Seven Falls
    5.0
    Duration: 3 hours
    Tours from $131 »
    FROM $193 BOOK WITH VIATOR Old West High Country 4X4 Jeep Tour
    5.0
    Duration: 3 hours
    Tours from $193 »
    FROM $118 BOOK WITH VIATOR Garden of the Gods Segway Tour through Juniper Loop
    5.0
    Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
    Tours from $118 »
    FROM $232 BOOK WITH VIATOR Combo Course Zipline Tour
    5.0
    Duration: 4 hours
    Tours from $232 »
    FROM $80 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cocktails & Tastes Tour in Colorado Springs
    5.0
    Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
    Tours from $80 »
    FROM $99 BOOK WITH VIATOR Scenic Bike Tour Of Colorado Springs
    5.0
    Duration: 3 to 4 hours
    Tours from $99 »

    Places to visit in El Paso County

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    Popular things to do in El Paso County

    Garden of the Gods ©
    Park
    Garden of the Gods
    Colorado Springs
    4.9
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Pikes Peak - America's Mountain ©
    Scenic Drive
    Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
    Cascade
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Old Colorado City ©
    Historic Walking Area
    Old Colorado City
    Colorado Springs
    4.0
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    United States Air Force Academy ©
    Military Facility
    United States Air Force Academy
    Colorado Springs
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Kid-friendly things to do in El Paso County

    Cheyenne Mountain Zoo ©
    Zoo
    Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
    Colorado Springs
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Cave of the Winds Mountain Park ©
    Theme Park
    Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
    Manitou Springs
    4.3
    Duration: 2h 30 min
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    Horseback Riding Tour
    Horseback Riding Tours
    Colorado Springs
    4.3
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Focus on the Family Bookstore ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    Focus on the Family Bookstore
    Colorado Springs
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Museums in El Paso County

    National Museum of World War II Aviation ©
    Military Museum
    National Museum of World War II Aviation
    Colorado Springs
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Miramont Castle Museum ©
    Specialty Museum
    Miramont Castle Museum
    Manitou Springs
    3.9
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum ©
    History Museum
    Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum
    Colorado Springs
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Colorado Springs Military Museum ©
    Specialty Museum
    Colorado Springs Military Museum
    Colorado Springs
    5.0
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Hidden gems in El Paso County

    U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum ©
    History Museum
    U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum
    Colorado Springs
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Penrose Heritage Museum ©
    Specialty Museum
    Penrose Heritage Museum
    Colorado Springs
    4.9
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Adventures Out West ©
    Outdoor Activity
    Adventures Out West
    Manitou Springs
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun ©
    Monument
    Will Rogers Memorial Shrine of the Sun
    Colorado Springs
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Parks in El Paso County

    North Cheyenne Canon Park ©
    Park
    North Cheyenne Canon Park
    Colorado Springs
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    The Paint Mines Interpretive Park ©
    Park
    The Paint Mines Interpretive Park
    Calhan
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Ute Valley Park ©
    Park
    Ute Valley Park
    Colorado Springs
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    John Venezia Community Park ©
    Park
    John Venezia Community Park
    Colorado Springs
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Shopping in El Paso County

    Downtown Manitou Springs
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    Downtown Manitou Springs
    Manitou Springs
    3.5
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Peak Ranch's Alpaca Boutique ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    Peak Ranch's Alpaca Boutique
    Monument
    5.0
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Garden of the Gods Trading Post ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    Garden of the Gods Trading Post
    Manitou Springs
    4.3
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    American Classics Marketplace ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    American Classics Marketplace
    Colorado Springs
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min

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