A 4-Day Itinerary in Colorado Springs

The mountains were calling my name for New Years Eve celebrations this year and more specifically, finally exploring the infamous Colorado Springs, CO. During my journey from Florida to California, I did have the chance to stay at the Garden of the Gods Resort, however it was such a brief trip and I knew that I needed to come back when I had more time. So, here is my 4-day itinerary for your next trip to this amazing Colorado mountain town.

Day 1

• Traveling to Colorado Springs, you can either fly into Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) or Denver International Airport (DEN) which is about a 1-1.5 hour drive away from Colorado Springs. For this past trip, I flew into Denver and grabbed a rental car because I wanted to explore Colorado Springs throughout the trip.

• Before driving to Colorado Springs, have late breakfast at the Vista Montagne at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center.

• Drive to Colorado Springs

• Kona Lou and I stayed at The Broadmoor

• Spend the afternoon exploring the property

• Dinner at Ristorante Del Lago

Day 2

• Grab a pastry and coffee at Cafe Julie's

• Trail to Inspiration Point or Midnight Falls at the spectacular Seven Falls

• Explore Old Colorado City

• Lunch at Restaurant 1858

• Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at The Broadmoor's spa

• Dinner at Golden Bee (if it's your first time, you'll get 'stung'!)

Day 3

• Breakfast at the Lake Terrace Dining Room

• Take a drive to Manitou Springs and explore

• Hike the Manitou Incline (note: plan for 2+ hours for the 4.5mi round trip hike)

• Head back to Manitou Springs and grab lunch at Swirl Restaurant and Wine Bar

• Dinner at Summit

• Catch a movie at The Broadmoor's Little Theater

Day 4

• Breakfast at Ristorante Del Lago

• Reserve a lane at Play at the Broadmoor

• Explore the Main Resort and check out the Colorado Golf Hall of Fame (all within the Broadmoor!)

• Lunch at The Grille

I absolutely LOVED my stay at The Broadmoor and in Colorado Springs. Visiting during New Year's Eve was even more special because I attended the Black Tie Gala and it was such a beautiful and fun evening. Enjoy!

Warmly, Eloiza