G&B Havenridge Guidebook
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Tons of parks, hikes, one of the best zoos in the United States, Olympic Training Center, Air Force Academy and so much more!
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Colorado Springs
Tons of parks, hikes, one of the best zoos in the United States, Olympic Training Center, Air Force Academy and so much more!
Neighborhoods
Manitou Springs is home to Cave of the Winds, the Cliff Dwellings, the Penny Arcade and much more!
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Manitou Springs
Manitou Springs is home to Cave of the Winds, the Cliff Dwellings, the Penny Arcade and much more!
Sightseeing
Gorgeous, free, public park that you can either hike or drive through.
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Garden of Gods
Garden of GodsGorgeous, free, public park that you can either hike or drive through.
The highest summit of the southern Front Range of the Rocky Mountains!
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Pikes Peak Summit House
The highest summit of the southern Front Range of the Rocky Mountains!
Explore the fascinating architecture of the ancient Anasazi at the Manitou Cliff Dwellings.
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Manitou Cliff Dwellings
10 Cliff RdExplore the fascinating architecture of the ancient Anasazi at the Manitou Cliff Dwellings.
Old Colorado City is the perfect blend of small town charm and historic character- the original downtown Colorado Springs.
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Old Colorado City
Old Colorado City is the perfect blend of small town charm and historic character- the original downtown Colorado Springs.
Recent visitors claimed Red Rock Canyon is a must for outdoorsy travelers, as is wearing comfortable walking shoes and bringing a camera. The park also features an open-air pavilion that can accommodate live entertainment and evening movie screenings.
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Red Rock Canyon Open Space
3550 W High StRecent visitors claimed Red Rock Canyon is a must for outdoorsy travelers, as is wearing comfortable walking shoes and bringing a camera. The park also features an open-air pavilion that can accommodate live entertainment and evening movie screenings.
Recommended by other guests - Come experience a spectacular train ride through the Colorado Rockies in comfort and style. The Royal Gorge Railroad combines breathtaking scenery and exceptional service with delicious food, sourced locally and prepared fresh right on board the train for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Royal Gorge Route Railroad station
South 3rd StreetRecommended by other guests - Come experience a spectacular train ride through the Colorado Rockies in comfort and style. The Royal Gorge Railroad combines breathtaking scenery and exceptional service with delicious food, sourced locally and prepared fresh right on board the train for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
A more cost-effective and scenic train ride for the family!
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Cripple Creek en Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad
520 E Carr AveA more cost-effective and scenic train ride for the family!
Rita is part of a broader project called "Way of the Bird King," in which artist Thomas Dambo travels from Vermont across the country to Washington and builds 10 trolls and thousands of birdhouses along the way. Located in Victor, Co (beautiful drive up the pass through Woodland Park and Divide as well).
Rita the Rock Planter
Rita is part of a broader project called "Way of the Bird King," in which artist Thomas Dambo travels from Vermont across the country to Washington and builds 10 trolls and thousands of birdhouses along the way. Located in Victor, Co (beautiful drive up the pass through Woodland Park and Divide as well).
Activities & Entertainment
Inside and outside adventure with some heart-thumping rides over the canyon.
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Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
100 Cave of the Winds RdInside and outside adventure with some heart-thumping rides over the canyon.
During the winter, check out the electric safari! Named #4 Best Zoo in North America by USA TODAY -gorgeous views - bring cash to feed the giraffes (or use ATM on site). You need to book tickets in advance online for entry :).
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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo RdDuring the winter, check out the electric safari! Named #4 Best Zoo in North America by USA TODAY -gorgeous views - bring cash to feed the giraffes (or use ATM on site). You need to book tickets in advance online for entry :).
Zip lining adventures and horseback riding, Colorado fly fishing, or an indulgent day at the spa, you’ll find endless activities for every age in every season!
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The Broadmoor Golf Club
1 Lake AveZip lining adventures and horseback riding, Colorado fly fishing, or an indulgent day at the spa, you’ll find endless activities for every age in every season!
Downtown is a buzzing hub of indie boutiques, peaceful parks, and global eateries.
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Downtown
Downtown is a buzzing hub of indie boutiques, peaceful parks, and global eateries.
At Academy Riding Stables, we offer breathtaking wrangler-led horseback rides through the Garden of the Gods park in Colorado Springs, CO.
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Academy Riding Stable
4 El Paso BlvdAt Academy Riding Stables, we offer breathtaking wrangler-led horseback rides through the Garden of the Gods park in Colorado Springs, CO.
Definitely the best place to mini-golf in Colorado Springs and is only 2 miles from the house! They also have an outdoor bounce kingdom, an outdoor Ninja Warrior course, and a small indoor playground for younger children. Very reasonably priced!
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Lost Island Miniature Golf & Go-Karts
1825 Dominion WayDefinitely the best place to mini-golf in Colorado Springs and is only 2 miles from the house! They also have an outdoor bounce kingdom, an outdoor Ninja Warrior course, and a small indoor playground for younger children. Very reasonably priced!
Love this movie theater! It's small and quaint, with shared sofas and heated recliners and a full menu you can order from directly from your seats. Tuesdays are a little bit cheaper, but otherwise, it's priced just as well as any movie theater!
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RoadHouse Cinemas | Colorado Springs
3030 N Nevada AveLove this movie theater! It's small and quaint, with shared sofas and heated recliners and a full menu you can order from directly from your seats. Tuesdays are a little bit cheaper, but otherwise, it's priced just as well as any movie theater!
Whirlyball, laser tag, bowling and eating can all be found at Whirlyball! Be sure to call ahead of time to see if you need a reservation!
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WhirlyBall Colorado Springs
3971 Palmer Park BlvdWhirlyball, laser tag, bowling and eating can all be found at Whirlyball! Be sure to call ahead of time to see if you need a reservation!
The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs is the flagship training center for the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee and the Olympic & Paralympic Training Center programs. USA Swimming and USA Shooting have their national headquarters on complex.
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U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center
1 Olympic PlazaThe U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs is the flagship training center for the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee and the Olympic & Paralympic Training Center programs. USA Swimming and USA Shooting have their national headquarters on complex.
The ProRodeo Hall of Fame and Museum of the American Cowboy educates the public about rodeo, its history and impact on Western American culture, and provides recognition to rodeo notables of the past and present and serves as an inspiration for the future.
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ProRodeo Hall of Fame
103 Pro Rodeo DrThe ProRodeo Hall of Fame and Museum of the American Cowboy educates the public about rodeo, its history and impact on Western American culture, and provides recognition to rodeo notables of the past and present and serves as an inspiration for the future.
Royal Gorge is 10 miles long and 1,200 feet deep, carved into the landscape by the Arkansas River. It's here that you'll find some of the state's best whitewater rafting and zip line tours.
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Royal Gorge Bridge en Park
4218 Co Rd 3ARoyal Gorge is 10 miles long and 1,200 feet deep, carved into the landscape by the Arkansas River. It's here that you'll find some of the state's best whitewater rafting and zip line tours.
Air Force Academy - Your first stop should be the Visitor Center, which offers a brief yet informative introduction to the academy and self-guided maps. From there, you're free to explore areas like the Cadet Chapel, the Honor Court and Falcon Stadium. Be sure to call ahead of time to ensure everything is open and available.
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U.S. Air Force Academy
Air Force Academy - Your first stop should be the Visitor Center, which offers a brief yet informative introduction to the academy and self-guided maps. From there, you're free to explore areas like the Cadet Chapel, the Honor Court and Falcon Stadium. Be sure to call ahead of time to ensure everything is open and available.
Wonderful, outdoor/indoor large arcade with games for all ages and coin rides for the little ones. Most games are just a quarter or two - very fun!
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Manitou Springs Penny Arcade
930 Manitou AveWonderful, outdoor/indoor large arcade with games for all ages and coin rides for the little ones. Most games are just a quarter or two - very fun!
Nonprofit sanctuary for wolves & wild canines offering guided tours & conservation programs.
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Colorado Wolf en Wildlife Center
4729 Twin Rocks RdNonprofit sanctuary for wolves & wild canines offering guided tours & conservation programs.
Outdoor ice rink in downtown Colorado Springs park during the winter.
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Ice rink in Acacia park
113 E Platte AveOutdoor ice rink in downtown Colorado Springs park during the winter.
The North Pole - Fun, small amusement park. They have a seasonal pass available as well from end of May through October if you plan to go multiple times! Reservations required during November and December. Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Check the website for hours and open season :).
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North Pole Colorado Santa’s Workshop
5050 Pikes Peak HwyThe North Pole - Fun, small amusement park. They have a seasonal pass available as well from end of May through October if you plan to go multiple times! Reservations required during November and December. Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Check the website for hours and open season :).
Overdrive Raceway
196 Spectrum LoopIndoor go-kart track for many ages!
FREE fun play area for children including a toddlers' area. Older kids can enjoy the 3-story indoor slide!
Focus on the Family Welcome Center
FREE fun play area for children including a toddlers' area. Older kids can enjoy the 3-story indoor slide!
Dart Warz
3958 Championship ViewIndoor nerf gun wars and battle arena!
Enjoy climate-controlled hitting bays for year-round comfort with HDTVs in every bay and throughout our sports bar and restaurant. Using complimentary clubs or your own, take aim at the giant outfield targets and our high-tech balls will score themselves.
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Enjoy climate-controlled hitting bays for year-round comfort with HDTVs in every bay and throughout our sports bar and restaurant. Using complimentary clubs or your own, take aim at the giant outfield targets and our high-tech balls will score themselves.
AirCity 360
225 Spectrum LoopAwesome trampoline park and arcade!
Flyers ages 3 to 103 can indoor skydive. From beginners to seasoned pros, people of all shapes, sizes, and abilities can take flight and have the time of their lives. You don’t need to be an athlete or in perfect shape — our world class instructors are experts at making flying fun for everyone who meets our flight guidelines.
iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Colorado Springs
Flyers ages 3 to 103 can indoor skydive. From beginners to seasoned pros, people of all shapes, sizes, and abilities can take flight and have the time of their lives. You don’t need to be an athlete or in perfect shape — our world class instructors are experts at making flying fun for everyone who meets our flight guidelines.
Scheels is a great indoor place to visit for those with younger kids to get the wiggles out :). They have an indoor ferris wheel, $1 mini bowling, several arcade games, a free indoor play place, cafe, fudge shop, and a candy shop!
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SCHEELS
1226 Interquest PkwyScheels is a great indoor place to visit for those with younger kids to get the wiggles out :). They have an indoor ferris wheel, $1 mini bowling, several arcade games, a free indoor play place, cafe, fudge shop, and a candy shop!
Food - Yum Yum
Front Range Barbeque
2330 W Colorado AveGreat pizza, grinders and wings. Ask for the family special for a good amount of food and dessert :)!
Colorado Springs Pies and Grinders
5490 Powers Center PointGreat pizza, grinders and wings. Ask for the family special for a good amount of food and dessert :)!
Shangrila Restaurant
8850 N Union BlvdGreat Chinese food near-by :).
German and continental fare with wonderful food! On Friday and Saturday evenings, you can enjoy the music of strolling musicians!
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Edelweiss German Restaurant
34 E Ramona AveGerman and continental fare with wonderful food! On Friday and Saturday evenings, you can enjoy the music of strolling musicians!
3.14 Sweet & Savory Pi Bar
5152 Centennial BlvdSavory pot pies and oh so delicious sweet pies!
Donuts made to be tolerated for gluten-free eaters (andare so yummy!) and Vietnamese food.
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Lily Donuts & Drinks AKA Donuts & Noodles
7607 North Union BoulevardDonuts made to be tolerated for gluten-free eaters (andare so yummy!) and Vietnamese food.
COATI
514 S Tejon StTrendy, glorified food court with local eats :)!
Great views and usually a variety of food trucks! Check out their menu online for food truck hours :).
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Red Leg Brewing Company
2323 Garden of the Gods RoadGreat views and usually a variety of food trucks! Check out their menu online for food truck hours :).
Highly recommended by the locals of Colorado Springs. Be sure to check online to reserve a table!
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The Rabbit Hole
101 N Tejon StHighly recommended by the locals of Colorado Springs. Be sure to check online to reserve a table!
We haven't visited here ourselves, but according to the locals the ambiance isn't as nice as Edelweiss Restaurant, but the food is a better :)!
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Uwe's German Restaurant
31 Iowa AveWe haven't visited here ourselves, but according to the locals the ambiance isn't as nice as Edelweiss Restaurant, but the food is a better :)!
Marigold Cafe & Bakery
4605 Centennial BlvdParavicini's Italian Bistro
2802 W Colorado AveA great Italian bistro in Old Colorado City!
A truly unique place to grab a drink and bite to eat! What used to be a school has been converted into a marketplace, offering a variety of culinary options with Detroit-style pizza from Decent Pizza Co., the best Empanadas in Colorado with Lazo Empanadas, soul-satisfying BBQ with Bristol’s Spark Beer+BBQ, all-American burgers at Ivywild Kitchen, and fresh flavors from Salad Or Bust. A great option when everyone can't agree on what to eat :)!
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Ivywild School
1604 S Cascade AveA truly unique place to grab a drink and bite to eat! What used to be a school has been converted into a marketplace, offering a variety of culinary options with Detroit-style pizza from Decent Pizza Co., the best Empanadas in Colorado with Lazo Empanadas, soul-satisfying BBQ with Bristol’s Spark Beer+BBQ, all-American burgers at Ivywild Kitchen, and fresh flavors from Salad Or Bust. A great option when everyone can't agree on what to eat :)!
A local favorite tiny house coffee shop in downtown Colorado Springs!
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Story Coffee Company
120 E Bijou StA local favorite tiny house coffee shop in downtown Colorado Springs!
Shuga's restaurant is a cute, artsy spot located downtown, serving various global fares and craft cocktails.
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Shuga's
702 S Cascade AveShuga's restaurant is a cute, artsy spot located downtown, serving various global fares and craft cocktails.
Molly's Mountain Pies
Great pizza with a wide variety of options!
Greek eats including gluten-free choices presented in a cheery space with a deck & mountain views.
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Jake and Telly’s Greek Taverna
2616 Colorado AveGreek eats including gluten-free choices presented in a cheery space with a deck & mountain views.
In the heart of downtown, burger & bun options with choose-your-own toppings go with fries & frozen custard in funky digs. Claims to have the best burgers in the Springs!
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The Skirted Heifer
204 N Tejon StIn the heart of downtown, burger & bun options with choose-your-own toppings go with fries & frozen custard in funky digs. Claims to have the best burgers in the Springs!
Reservations required. About 40 minutes south of us. Voted locals favorite fried chicken in the Springs for many years! Dinner served family-style and includes sides, choice of appetizer, and dessert.
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Juniper Valley Ranch
16350 CO-115Reservations required. About 40 minutes south of us. Voted locals favorite fried chicken in the Springs for many years! Dinner served family-style and includes sides, choice of appetizer, and dessert.